Dale Bickford

Dale Bickford is an experienced training manager currently working at Ascent Flight Training since November 2017, where responsibilities include the management and reporting of RN Observer and RAF WSOP site training, as well as overseeing the training pipeline for early Flying Training. Prior to this role, Dale Bickford served in the Royal Navy from May 1995 to September 2023, holding various positions such as Training Officer at SARTU, where efforts included preparing for an upgrade to A2 instructor, and serving as an instructor and Deputy Flight Commander. Additional roles encompassed operational training on the Merlin HM Mk1 and evaluations of potential recruits for Flying Training. Dale Bickford's foundational experience includes various positions related to aircrew and aircraft handling, reflecting a robust background in military aviation training and operations. Education was completed at Lipson Community College from 1991 to 1994.