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Westland Wessex HC.4 XV732

Aircraft & Exhibits, 1969-1998, London, Hangar Three/Four, X002-9905

From nearly 30 years, two specially modified Westland Wessex helicopters transported members of the Royal Family and other dignitaries on public duties across the UK and Europe. Designated HCC4, they were identical to the Wessex HC Mk.2 in military use, except for the special VIP interior furnishings, an external folding step below cabin door, and additional navigation aides including a Decca rolling map.

Westland Wessex HCC4 on display at RAFM London, © RAF Museum/Iain Duncan

Recorded interview with Wing Commander Piers Morrell, 7 July 2023

Film & Sound, In Storage, X008-7383

Piers Morrell was an RAF musician and Director of Music. He remembers the funerals of Queen Elizabeth II and the Duke of Edinburgh, and the coronation of King Charles III.

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Recorded interview with Air Specialist Class 1 Adelaide Starling, 1 October 2025

Film & Sound, In Storage, X008-9916/002

Adelaide Starling studied music with the support of an RAF bursary, intending to then serve as an RAF musician. She comments on training and the wide range of opportunities available.

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Recorded interview with Air Specialist Class 1 Sam Lightwing, 1 October 2025

Film & Sound, In Storage, X008-9916/001

Sam Lightwing describes his experience as a musician with the band of the Royal Auxiliary Air Force, including support for regular RAF bands and time in Northern Ireland and Gibraltar.

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Recorded interview with Group Captain Toria McPhaden, 20 November 2023

Film & Sound, In Storage, X008-7390

Toria McPhaden served as an administrative and secretarial officer, including roles at Lyneham and Leuchars. She was station commander of RAF Northolt at the time of Queen Elizabeth II’s repatriation.

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Recorded interview with The Venerable Dr (Air Vice Marshal) Giles LeGood, 30 June 2025

Film & Sound, In Storage, X008-7427

Giles LeGood served as an RAF chaplain in the UK, Iraq and Afghanistan. He describes his role as a chaplain, including responsibility for religion and welfare, and as RAF Chaplain-in-Chief.

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