NOT many people from Stalybridge can say they’ve had their work recognised on the world stage, but broadcaster Regan Tetlow has just joined that rare club.
The former Stalybridge resident has been awarded one of the highest accolades in air sports.
For Regan, who left the town back in 1999, has received an international medal from the Fédération Aéronautique Internationale (FAI).
It’s not your average trophy cabinet addition, as the medal is reserved for people who’ve made a lasting impact on air sports – whether that’s through competing, promoting or pushing the boundaries of what’s possible in the skies.
Regan’s contribution has come through his voice and his passion. Over the years, he’s become a familiar face, and sound, for fans of skydiving and aviation events, presenting coverage on Eurosport, the Olympic Channel, and world championship competitions.
However, no matter how far he travels, Regan never forgets his roots.
“I was born and raised in Stalybridge, and it will always be home to me,” he said. “To receive this medal from the FAI is a huge privilege. It’s an honour not only for me but also for the community where my journey began.”
The medal puts him in an exclusive group of people who have shaped the future of air sports.