Captain James Hall
About Captain James Hall
James Hall joined the Royal Navy in May 2001. After completing Observer flying training in July 2004 at RNAS Culdrose, he spent much of his first frontline tour embarked before undertaking an instructional tour with 849 Naval Air Squadron. He returned to the frontline in May 2009 as part of the initial Sea King Mk 7 Airborne Surveillance and Control (ASaC) deployment in Afghanistan. He was subsequently selected as Commanding Officer of 857 Naval Air Squadron in March 2014 returning to Afghanistan to lead the final phase of Sea King ASaC operations in Helmand province.
During 2018, he completed a short period as the Executive Assistant to Commander Operations at the Maritime Operations Centre in Northwood, prior to assuming Command of the Merlin Helicopter Force at RNAS Culdrose. He then spent two years back in the MoD during the Defence and Security Integrated Review as part of the Royal Navy Strategic Planning team. In May 2022, he took up a role as Head of Operational Warfare for Naval Aviation.
He returned to RNAS Culdrose as the Commanding Officer in December 2024 and is responsible for the force generation of both Merlin helicopters and Maritime Uncrewed Air Systems, as well as leading the Royal Navy contribution to the partnership at the National Drone Hub in Cornwall.
“All young people deserve to have the chance to thrive and showcase their individual skills, character, and knowledge.”
In James’ words
“I am honoured to support the outstanding contribution made by all the other Patrons, Trustees, Staff and Supporters of BF Adventure. From my personal and professional experience, I know just how invaluable these opportunities are for young people, and to help them develop the skills and confidence to undertake the challenges that life presents. It is also important to me that we continue to maintain the deep bond between BF Adventure and RNAS Culdrose; some of my predecessors have committed time and support to the Charity and I look forward to following in their footsteps. This is an important part of our role to support Cornwall’s local community and to help our young people have the chance to take on the challenges across BF Adventure.”
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