ABSTRACT have a number of links with the RAF and former fighter pilot John works with us to deliver leadership and management develop programmes to our clients. His face (pictured) came to the world's attention over 30 years ago, back in January 1991, during the first Gulf War.

In John's own words: "I had national support as a POW in an Iraqi prison in 1991. Now, I turn 60: a privilege denied to my friends and fellow aircrew who gave their lives in the first Gulf War and many other RAF veterans, across generations and trades, who served and now suffer in silence. That is why it is so important to me to help raise vital funds. So, I am going to subject myself to some pain by running the London Marathon to support them".

Not since WWII has the RAF been so constantly deployed on global operations – and across the generations, the need for support is becoming ever more complex. Over the Covid pandemic RAFA, the charity that supports the RAF community, saw a 250% increase in requests for their support from veteran community alone.

"They were there for us in our darkest days. We must not fail them in theirs; And now, with the cost of living crisis, support is needed to address this increasing demand"

"When one of the RAF family needs a friend, they turn to RAFA. That’s because they can be there on the doorstep, in person, to help sort out the problem and share the load. When times are tough, nothing beats friendly face-to-face support from someone who really cares".

"Whether it is an injured airman fighting to get back onto his feet, a young child missing their parents away on overseas operations or a WWII veteran needing a shoulder to lean on, RAFA is there to help".

More information about Johns run can be found on his Just Giving page: https://www.justgiving.com/fundraising/john-peters13 and his LinkedIn:  https://www.linkedin.com/posts/john-peters-a6b789_blatant-use-of-old-photo-in-support-of-raf-activity-6964972867708928000-PAuG?utm_source=share&utm_medium=member_desktop

Good luck John from Team ABSTRACT!