1279 (Melton Mowbray) ATC Sqn

1279 (Melton Mowbray) ATC Sqn 1279 (Melton Mowbray) Air Cadets present in the town since 1941. If you'd like more information, come and visit us on a Tues or Thurs night or email us.

1279 (Melton Mowbray) Squadron has been in Melton Mowbray for many years allowing the young people of the town to experience adventure with an aviation flavour. The opportunities that the Royal Air Force Air Cadets offers are vast - Flying, Gliding, Adventure Training, Sports, STEM, Target Shooting, First Aid training and so much more! The Squadron were honoured in 2021 with the highest award for

a Volunteer Group - the ‘Queens Award for Voluntary Service’ (the ‘MBE for volunteer groups’). The squadron is based on Asfordby Road and is open to 12 (and in Year 8) to 20 year olds. We parade twice a week on Tuesday and Thursday evenings (1900-2130hrs). For more information contact [email protected]

On Sunday, Cadets from 1279 squadron had the chance to go to RAF Cosford and experienced getting to watch the amazing ai...
19/06/2026

On Sunday, Cadets from 1279 squadron had the chance to go to RAF Cosford and experienced getting to watch the amazing air shows and look around some air craft!
All cadets came back with huge smiles and lots of freebies!

Promotion alert ‼️ A new set of promotions took place after lots of interviews! A massive congratulations to the followi...
12/06/2026

Promotion alert ‼️
A new set of promotions took place after lots of interviews!
A massive congratulations to the following:
- Corporal Crysell on your promotion to Corporal.
- Sergeant’s Baker and Jones for your promotions to Sergeant.
- Flight Sergeant’s Bannister and Jordan on your promotions to Flight Sergeant’s.
Well done for all the hard work you put in! We can’t wait to see what you can do in your new roles!

Promotion alert ‼️ A big congratulations to Cpl Thornely and Cpl Ellis on your promotions to Corporal! All the hard work...
05/06/2026

Promotion alert ‼️
A big congratulations to Cpl Thornely and Cpl Ellis on your promotions to Corporal!
All the hard work you have put in the last couple weeks has shown through! We can’t wait to see what you will bring to the squadron in your new roles!
Welcome to the NCO team. 🎉

On Friday, Cadets from 1279 Squadron travelled to the Airbus factory at Broughton in North Wales, where they toured the ...
02/06/2026

On Friday, Cadets from 1279 Squadron travelled to the Airbus factory at Broughton in North Wales, where they toured the Airbus A350 wing production facility.
All cadets throughly enjoyed themselves.
Thank you to Airbus for having us!

Congratulation to Mr Marshall on confirmation of his Civilan Instructor! Being an ex commanding officer of the squadron ...
01/06/2026

Congratulation to Mr Marshall on confirmation of his Civilan Instructor!
Being an ex commanding officer of the squadron he brings lots of experiences for all the team, we can’t wait to work with you again!

On Thursday, Cadets visited the local fire station. They had the chance to learn how the equipment worked and even had a...
17/05/2026

On Thursday, Cadets visited the local fire station. They had the chance to learn how the equipment worked and even had a go at trying a few things out!
They also had the opportunity to practice some fire drills and experience what being a firefighter is like.
The night ended on a little bit of a wet one with the cadets begin hosed down! They seemed to have throughly enjoyed it!
Thank you to the firefighters of Melton Mowbray fire station for their hospitality and inspiration.

Over the weekend the cadets had the opportunity to help support the local 1940’s Weekend, this included helping collect ...
13/05/2026

Over the weekend the cadets had the opportunity to help support the local 1940’s Weekend, this included helping collect donations, supporting the event staff with important tasks and helping the local community get around.
A massive well done to all cadets who attended, they made the squadron look very professional!
The day ended with a ride on the miniature train!

Thank you 1940s Melton Mowbray for having us!

A lot happening this evening, We had Bronze Cyber, Flight Sim, Model Building and Robotics! All cadets seemed to be havi...
07/05/2026

A lot happening this evening, We had Bronze Cyber, Flight Sim, Model Building and Robotics! All cadets seemed to be having a fun time!

✨Achievement✨
Congratulations to Sgt Bannister for achieving his Presentation Skills!

On Sunday 19th April, the squadron participated in South and East Midlands Wing Field Day, where they competed against o...
29/04/2026

On Sunday 19th April, the squadron participated in South and East Midlands Wing Field Day, where they competed against other squadrons in a range of activities. A fun day was had by all, the cadets made the squadron proud!

Well done to Sgt Hilton for supporting the Lord Lieutenant at county hall service of remembrance
11/11/2025

Well done to Sgt Hilton for supporting the Lord Lieutenant at county hall service of remembrance

Address

Cadet Centre, Asfordby Road
Melton Mowbray
LE130HR

Opening Hours

Tuesday 7pm - 9:30pm
Thursday 7pm - 9:30pm

Telephone

+441664564125

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