Paul Kellert, 61, worked nights in one shed at Samlesbury on the laser machine, cutting parts for different aircraft. He worked on Boeing, Tornado, and F35.

He said he loved working nights.

“I was quite surprised they offered me early retirement. If they hadn’t, I would probably still be working there now. I quite enjoyed working on my own.

“It’s a really good atmosphere at these events.”

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Paul Kellert

Paul Kellert