THE family of an airman killed when an RAF helicopter crashed in North Yorkshire have paid tribute to him.
Crewman Sergeant Phillip Taff Burfoot, 27, died alongside aircraft captain, Flight Lieutenant David Sale, 28, when the Puma helicopter they were in crashed near Catterick on Wednesday night.
Ten others - including nine Army personnel - were injured when the aircraft crashed in a grassy field to the west of Catterick Garrison, near Hudswell Grange.
Sgt Burfoot's family said in a statement from their home in Cardiff: "Phillip loved the active lifestyle and opportunities given to him whilst serving in the RAF.
"During his time in service he made many friends throughout the country, but what meant most to him was the camaraderie with his fellow servicemen.
"He will be deeply missed by his family, whose thoughts are also with the families of those involved in the accident."
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