Technician: Wade Hammond | | | Our team technician Wade Hammond was born for Air Racing. | | | | Having met Paul in 1998 and worked on his aircraft, he joined the team for the 2005 season. This winning partnership keeps Wade on the road throughout the year where he has developed a global network of friends and resources. Born in South Africa, he started the perfect apprenticeship at a young age, working on aircraft with his father, an electrical engineer. His vast engineering knowledge that is beyond his years, thirst for innovation and the latest technology keeps us consistently on the podium. Wade enjoys mountain biking, holds a Private Pilot¹s Licence and is a true adventurist. During the three year break in Air Race, Wade has been working on heavy machinery in remote parts of Southern Africa coping with limited resources as only he can. | | | | Team Coordinator – Logistics: Nigel Warren | | | As team coordinator, Nigel Warren joined the team in 2008 to assist with the | | | | continued success Paul & Wade had already achieved. His various responsibilities include ensuring that both pilot and technician’s lives flow smoothly with minimal disruption during hectic race weeks and is involved in our logistical planning. An Englishman born in New Zealand, he has worked in and around general aviation for 22 years, including periods in Russian aircraft sales and 7 years as a commercial pilot flying Falcon Business Jets in the USA. Now based back in the UK he returns to the team in a part time capacity whilst continuing to work for a global pilot training supplier. When not involved in planning for the RBAR season he collects loyalty program points and tries to repeat Paul’s jokes. | | |