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G.A. ‘Black’ Robertson CBE BA FRAeS FRSA

Air Marshal

Air Marshal G.A. ‘Black’ Robertson CBE BA FRAeS FRSA was born in Woodford, Essex, and educated nearby at Bancroft’s School. He earned his wings, the coveted pilot’s brevet, in 1966 after three years at the RAF College Cranwell. Subsequent postings included Bahrain, the USA, Germany and the Falklands. He flew all the RAF’s front-line fast jets and also qualified as a helicopter pilot. Five tours as a Whitehall warrior were probably necessary penance for the privilege of command at almost every level.

Sheer enjoyment, sport, a love of flying and working with high-calibre individuals were constants throughout a 36-year career. Highlights were his time as CO of No 92 Squadron, followed by appointment as an ADC to HM The Queen. In 1999 he joined BAE Systems and later his own consultancy business. In 2022 he became an ambassador for the National Spitfire Project, which aims to erect a permanent monument to this iconic aircraft on the Southampton waterfront.