A crew room at RNAS Culdrose has been revamped and dedicated to the memory of a much loved aircraft handler.

Warrant Officer Julian ‘Doo’ Facer served in the Royal Navy for 34 years, having joined in 1978, and worked at the air stations Culdrose, Yeovilton and Portland, the Falkland Islands and on HMS Intrepid, all three Invincible-class carriers, RFA Argus and HMS Ocean.

He lived in Penzance and passed away in 2019.

'Doo’s Lounge' was officially opened at the Royal Naval School Of Flight Deck Operations while his family watched from home via a live link.

 

Warrant Officer Julian ‘Doo’ Facer served in the Royal Navy for 34 years

Warrant Officer Julian ‘Doo’ Facer served in the Royal Navy for 34 years

 

The school’s commanding officer Lieutenant Commander Scott Harding said Doo Facer was sadly missed by all, adding: “His huge character, passion and pride in the Royal Navy and the Aircraft Handlers’ Branch have been an inspirational to many – he was a true professional, a loyal oppo and friend, a loving husband and a devoted father.

“Those who served with Doo have named this room ‘Doo’s Lounge’ in his memory. It was done in the knowledge that many will enjoy this space in the presence of good company.

 

Warrant Officer Julian ‘Doo’ Facer in action as an aircraft handler

Warrant Officer Julian ‘Doo’ Facer in action as an aircraft handler

 

“This is a project to enhance our people’s wellbeing and to show willingness to invest in them. To all those who have contributed, you have again made our live better and we thank you.”

The room was refurbished with money from the Rebalancing Lives Fund, Royal Navy and Royal Marines Charity and RNAS Culdrose Welfare Fund.