A 95-YEAR-OLD World War Two veteran was among the guests of honour at a 100th anniversary celebration of a Royal Air Force squadron.

Thought to be the eldest surviving member of RAF 70 Squadron, Bob Bentley, of Baildon, was invited to a centenary dinner at its RAF Brize Norton base in Oxfordshire.

He gave a short talk of his memories of squadron life in front of a packed audience, including high-ranking RAF officers, and also donated memorabilia from his time in service.

The squadron, formed in 1916, is notable for being the first to be led by Major Arthur Tedder, who went on to be Air Chief Marshal of Mediterranean Command for the Allies in World War Two and later became head of the RAF.

Mr Bentley, who volunteered for service, joined the unit – also known as LXX Squadron – in 1942 and flew operations as a navigator for one year.

“It was an honour to be part of the celebrations,” said Mr Bentley, who has lived in Baildon all of his life and worked in the wool trade after the war.