Prince William carries out major first in role previously destined for Prince Harry

The ACC is the combat aviation arm of the British Army, and is made up of several regiments, recognisable by their pale blue berets. 

It was formed in 1957 on the foundations of the Glider Pilot Regiment and the Air Observation Post Squadron.

With locations in Hampshire, Shropshire, Somerset and Suffolk, AAC soldiers train in the UK skies in readiness for combat operations across the world. 

Over the past 12 months, AAC squadrons have been deployed to the likes of Norway, Finland, Sweden, Estonia and Germany.

After arriving in a Wildcat helicopter, William heard more about the ACC's work and found out about 664 Squadron's operational lessons from overseas tours and how soldiers are adapting to the new capabilities of the recently acquired Apache AH-64E – a world leading attack helicopter.

Later on, the father-of-three watched a combat PT session, before joining the 'Archer's Breakfast' which is a weekly social event held by 664 Squadron for its personnel and their families.

He appeared in his element as he handed out bacon and sausage rolls to soldiers, and said that the food was "very good-smelling making my mouth water". 

He added: "Nothing worse than the smell of bacon in the room and you cannot eat it". 

At the end of his visit, the royal presented a King's Commendation for Valuable Service as well as award soldiers their promotion from Corporal to Sergeant.