Willem Hechter

Lieutenant General Willem Hendrik Hechter is a former Chief of the South African Air Force.

Military career

Hechter joined the SAAF in January 1960 and received his wings in December 1960 at Central Flying School, Dunnottar. He served as Officer Commanding Advanced Flying School, Pietersburg and 1 Squadron before serving as Staff Officer Fighters and Senior Staff Officer Fighters at Air Force Headquarters.
Hechter commanded AFB Pietersburg before serving as Director Force Preparation, Chief of Air Staff Operations and Chief of Air Staff. He was appointed Chief of the Air Force from 1 May 1996.

Aircraft flown

Hechter flew the following aircraft:

Awards and decorations

Lt Gen Hechter was awarded the following:
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