79 Whitchurch Sqn RAF Air Cadets

16/06/2026

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10/06/2026

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09/06/2026

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04/06/2026

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01/06/2026

This week is Volunteer's Week and we thank all those Adult members of the ATC who make it all happen. Whether uniformed or civilian staff, or members of our Welfare Committee, we appreciate all the time and effort you give to ensure all our Cadets get the opportunities so special.
If you're interested in helping, and over 20 years in age, then why not contact us on [email protected]

31/05/2026

So, minimal publicity due to Staff absences but we're back and in full swing!
Firstly, our OC and 4 Cadets attended 632 Volunteer Gliding Squadron on Sunday 3 May at RAF Woodvale so as to gain air experience in the Cadet Viking TMk1 gliders. The weather was dubious to start but after the Cadets completed their Safety drills, an opportunity to fly came and all 4 of our Cadets - and our OC - got the chance to fly! Our Cadets got 2 winch-launched sorties whilst our OC got just the one, but what a thrill to all! The long day ended with all Cadets achieving their flight experiences towards their Blue Wings. Congrats to Cdts Bobby Barlow, Archie Groom, Babur Sayyed and Jacob Wilson-McLean 👏
Just this weekend past, 30 May, Cdt Bobby Barlow got the opportunity to attend as a Wing representative at the Inter-Services Cadet Shotgun shoot at Donnington, Telford. Having undergone and qualified in safe weapon handling skills training on a previous course weekend, Barlow was re-assessed on his weapon-handling and then participated in the shoot with skilled Shotgun Staff supervising. The Wing Team came away with some prizes with the help of Barlow's shoot and, additionally, he left with a West Mercian Wing Shooting Blue - well done Bobby!

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22/05/2026

The Squadron has received confirmation that our building on Mill Street can be re-occupied so we will be parading there again, starting Tuesday 26 May 🥳💪

21/05/2026

🌟 BIG NEWS! 🌟

We are thrilled to share that the Ministry of Defence is launching the first-ever National Cadets Week! 🚀

This landmark week is all about celebrating the incredible achievements of our cadets, shining a light on the dedication of our adult volunteers, and helping young people right across the UK reconnect with the Armed Forces 🇬🇧✈️

From developing life-changing skills and leadership to taking part in unforgettable aviation and fieldcraft experiences, the cadet movement builds the foundations for excellence.

To our cadets and CFAVs past and present, thank you for making our community what it is. Let's make this first National Cadets Week unforgettable!

🧑‍✈️ Want to find out more about what this means for the RAF Air Cadets? Read the full announcement here:

🔗 https://www.raf.mod.uk/aircadets/news/first-ever-national-cadets-week-to-celebrate-cadets-and-reconnect-young-people-with-the-armed-forces/

30/04/2026

Over the weekend of 25/26 April, several of our Cadets travelled to RAF Shawbury and attended multiple courses run by Staff drawn from our sister Squadrons within our Sector. Congratulations to Cdts Barlow, Ellis and McDougall for achieving their Bronze First Aid; Cdts Ryan and William Radcliffe on gaining their Blue Fieldcraft; and Sgt Stimpson for her Bronze Comms - well done all! Our thanks to the RAF Shawbury ATC Sqn for hosting the event, the Staff from all over the Sector who ran the courses and our parents who got the Cadets there 👍
During our Parade evening this week, we had the opportunity to award these Cadets with their badges - where applicable - but also to award certificates for many of the courses run within our own Sqn over the past few months.
More importantly, we had great pleasure in promoting Felicity Stimpson to the rank of cadet Flight Sergeant after her recent courses, and her dedication within the Sqn. Time to keep her sister on her toes 😁

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13/04/2026

LOOK FORWARD TO SEEING YOU TONIGHT 👍

Anything you have seen interest you as potential Cadet (aged 12 and Yr8) or Staff (aged 20+ yrs)? Then please come along to our Open Recruit Evening this Thursday, 16 April, from 7.15pm onwards at Sir John Talbot's School SY13 2BY.