London
—
The Red Arrows, the United Kingdom’s famous Royal Air Force Aerobatics Team, has appointed its first ever female commander, less than three years after it was roiled by a sexual harassment scandal.
Wing Commander Sasha Nash has replaced Wing Commander Adam Collins as the most senior officer in the team, the Royal Air Force (RAF) said in a news release Monday.
As Officer Commanding, Nash will lead the 150-strong unit, including ground and air crew, and oversee all areas of the Red Arrows, including aerobatic shows, engineering, safety and engagement, the RAF said.
“This is a career opportunity…