Prince William graduates as a pilot

0 Comments | AFP, April, 2008

RAF CRANWELL (AFP) — Prince William graduated as a Royal Air Force pilot Friday after successfully completing an intensive flying course.

The prince, 25, received his wings from his father Prince Charles in a graduation ceremony at the RAF Cranwell air base in Lincolnshire.

Amid applause, a smiling Charles spoke to his son as he stuck on the wings badge and shook hands with him afterwards.

William, second in line to the throne, temporarily left his army officer role for a specially slimmed-down four-month RAF course, aimed at preparing him for his future duties as head of the armed forces when he becomes king.

He learnt how to fly fast propeller-powered planes and helicopters and is the fourth generation of British royals to become an RAF pilot....

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