All eyes were on the Royal Air Force Reserves Honda Team this weekend as the MCE British Superbike Championship moved to Silverstone, Northamptonshire.

The (RAF Reserves Superbike) team, led by MOD Civil Servant Lee Hardy, enjoyed a successful weekend at Silverstone for the penultimate British Superbike Championship round of 2014.

After a very wet Saturday, where conditions were extremely difficult, the team fought hard to change to a dry set up for the start of Sunday's race. Their hard work and determination paid off, as rider Peter Hickman moved from 21st on the starting grid to cross the line in 9th place after a couple of action packed races.


"Having a supportive crowd really helped to spur me on. We had a difficult qualifying, for a number of reasons, but I really wanted to show what the team are made of for our loyal supporters but also our special guests." Said Peter


On hand offering support to the team were Chief of the Air Staff, Sir Andrew Pulford, Honorary Air Commodore and BRDC Member, Lord Beaverbook, Air Commodore Chris Luck, Air Commodore Terry Jones and members of the RAF Recruiting Team.

"It's been a privilege to be able to attend todays race. It's not only important to show our support to the team but also to witness the development in technology which is so important for both motorsport and aviation. Watching a team of RAF Reserves, regulars and MOD Civil Servants working together to provide air power one week and race power the next, shows the quality of people we have across the whole force." Added Sir Andrew Pulford.

The final round of the season takes place at Brands Hatch on 18th and 19th October where the RAF Recruitment will be on hand to offer assistance and support to anyone wanting to find out about how to join the Royal Air Force and Royal Air Force Reserves.


Photographs.

Upper Peter battles through the field at British Superbikes

Middle: Conor Cummins racing earlier in the day

Lower: Air Commodore Beaverbrook, Lee Hardy, Conor Cummins, Chief of the Air Staff, Sir Andrew Pulford, Peter Hickman, Air Commodore Terry Jones and Air Commodore Chris Luck

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