North East Fife MP Sir Menzies Campbell has welcomed the news that at the disbandment ceremony for 43 Squadron at RAF Leuchars Air Chief Marshal Sir Roger Palin indicated that the “Fighting Cocks†will be reformed when the Eurofighter Typhoon is introduced later in the year.
Sir Menzies has been campaigning for one of the new Eurofighter squadrons to be given the 43 designation in order to protect 43’s proud heritage.
Sir Menzies said:
“Sir Roger Palin’s optimism that 43 squadron will be reformed with the Eurofighter Typhoon is indeed welcome.
“This squadron with its Scottish connection has a long and distinguished record of service to the RAF and the nation.
“As a new chapter unfolds for Leuchars it would be entirely appropriate for 43 squadron to be part of it.â€
