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In addition, the crew will attempt the feat during a tour of Afghanistan, the Mansfield Chad reports.<\/p>\n
David Saint, a senior aircraft technician, is just one of those taking on the mission to beat the current 24,000-mile record and 31 Squadron are confident they can succeed.<\/p>\n
They hope to raise a total of £31,000 for the charity, which was established in 2007 and assists members of the armed forces who have been injured while on duty.<\/p>\n
Each of the members will have to complete 5.2 miles each day for the duration of their tour, as well as working 12 hour shifts and operating in a wartime environment, Mr Saint explained.<\/p>\n
But they are all up for the task and are entering it "in high spirits" with the hope it will distract them from missing their loved ones back home.<\/p>\n
Speaking about Help for Heroes, Mr Saint said: "I think the work they have done so far is amazing, not only for the wounded personnel themselves but also for the forces in general."<\/p>\n
Posted by Simon Williams
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