RAF squadron take on record-breaking charity feat

A team of Royal Air Force (RAF) colleagues are hoping to break a record by running, cycling and rowing some 31,000 miles in aid of Help for Heroes.

In addition, the crew will attempt the feat during a tour of Afghanistan, the Mansfield Chad reports.

David Saint, a senior aircraft technician, is just one of those taking on the mission to beat the current 24,000-mile record and 31 Squadron are confident they can succeed.

They hope to raise a total of £31,000 for the charity, which was established in 2007 and assists members of the armed forces who have been injured while on duty.

Each of the members will have to complete 5.2 miles each day for the duration of their tour, as well as working 12 hour shifts and operating in a wartime environment, Mr Saint explained.

But they are all up for the task and are entering it "in high spirits" with the hope it will distract them from missing their loved ones back home.

Speaking about Help for Heroes, Mr Saint said: "I think the work they have done so far is amazing, not only for the wounded personnel themselves but also for the forces in general."

Posted by Simon Williams