News from around the Region http://www.aircadetsnorth.org/ Crown Copyright 2010 Fri, 12 Mar 2010 15:45:01 +0000 en-gb http://www.aircadetsnorth.org/button.png http://www.aircadetsnorth.org/ http://www.aircadetsnorth.org/view_notice_news.php?id=787 http://www.aircadetsnorth.org/view_notice_news.php?id=787 For the 2nd year running the Commandant Air Cadets, Air Commodore Ian Stewart and his wife Rosemary joined the Lord Mayor of Hull, Staff, Cadets and guests of 152 Squadron at their annual presentation night. As usual the event was being held at the Guild Hall in Hull with the kind permission of the Lord Mayor. Thu, 11 Mar 2010 14:14:54 +0000 http://www.aircadetsnorth.org/view_notice_news.php?id=786 http://www.aircadetsnorth.org/view_notice_news.php?id=786 Cadets from 2527 (Lawnswood) Squadron, 2337 (Northallerton) Squadron and 2168 (Yeadon) Squadron recently attended the Regional Activity Centre at RAF Linton-on-Ouse. The weekend camp was a great success and saw cadets involved in a number of different activities. A highlight of the weekend was the state of the art flight simulator. Tue, 09 Mar 2010 20:39:49 +0000 http://www.aircadetsnorth.org/view_notice_news.php?id=785 http://www.aircadetsnorth.org/view_notice_news.php?id=785 Bill Powell, Civilian Instructor and ex Band Master at 110 (City of York) Squadron, sadly passed away in the early hours of Thursday 25th February 2010 aged 75.  Bill had been a long time instructor with the Army Cadet Force before he joined the ATC. He became the Band Master of 110 (City of York) Squadron in 1986 at which time they initially played drums and bugles but Bill introduced flutes and it has been a drum and flute band ever since. Tue, 09 Mar 2010 20:35:34 +0000 http://www.aircadetsnorth.org/view_notice_news.php?id=784 http://www.aircadetsnorth.org/view_notice_news.php?id=784 2009 has been the best year at 642 VGS for a very long time; it saw our 50th year of operations from RAF Linton on Ouse, a busy course in August at RAF Topcliffe where amongst other achievements the Linton Station Commander’s son achieved his Gold wings. August also saw the arrival of our fifth aircraft as we welcomed members of Cumbria & North Lancs Wing to our squadron. It has also been our most productive year, having achieved 29 Gliding Scholarships in 2006 that has risen to 90 in 2009, 76 of which have been awarded their Silver wings. Mon, 08 Mar 2010 20:40:54 +0000 http://www.aircadetsnorth.org/view_notice_news.php?id=783 http://www.aircadetsnorth.org/view_notice_news.php?id=783 York was treated to some fast and furious action recently as Rock-It-Ball players competed for the title of V3 English Open Champion.  V3 is a singles version of what is widely regarded as the fastest-growing sport in the world.  Pure Rock-It-Ball is played 5 v 5 in a sports hall with 5 balls.  Points are scored by hitting opponents with the balls or by catching an opponent’s strike.  V3 makes the sport much more gladiatorial as 3 players on a squash court fight it out every man for himself.  And with 3 balls in play it makes for an intense and exhausting experience as the winner is the player to concede the least number of points. Mon, 08 Mar 2010 20:32:09 +0000 http://www.aircadetsnorth.org/view_notice_news.php?id=782 http://www.aircadetsnorth.org/view_notice_news.php?id=782 Sector One of South and West Yorkshire Wing have recently visited the North Regional Activity Centre based at RAF Linton-on-Ouse at and have taken part in many exciting activities. Cadets and staff 0f 23 (South Elmsall), 127 (Wakefield), 148 (Barnsley), 2388 (Castleford), 2446 (Knottingley) and 2460 (Pontefract) Squadrons spent the weekend at the RAC. While there the cadets used the futuristic flight and air traffic control simulators and computer suite available. Thu, 04 Mar 2010 20:56:33 +0000 http://www.aircadetsnorth.org/view_notice_news.php?id=781 http://www.aircadetsnorth.org/view_notice_news.php?id=781 1224 (Wharfedale) Squadron cadets have just held their annual presentation evening.  Preparation for the staff and cadets was intense as the guests included Deputy Lord Lieutenant Roger Whittaker and Mrs Whittaker, Commandant of the Air Cadets, Air Commodore Ian Stewart and Mrs Stewart and Wing Commander Steve Wiggins, Officer Commanding Central and East Yorkshire Wing. Thu, 04 Mar 2010 20:48:18 +0000 http://www.aircadetsnorth.org/view_notice_news.php?id=780 http://www.aircadetsnorth.org/view_notice_news.php?id=780 A snowy day greeted Air Commodore Ian Stewart during his recent visit to RAF Topcliffe, the aim of the day was to meet with the Cadets & Staff of both Volunteer Gliding Squadrons. Since going operational at RAF Topcliffe 635 & 645 VGS, created perhaps the largest flying operation in the Air Cadet Organisation. Tue, 02 Mar 2010 19:13:30 +0000 http://www.aircadetsnorth.org/view_notice_news.php?id=779 http://www.aircadetsnorth.org/view_notice_news.php?id=779 On Saturday 13th February six cadets and 2 members of staff from 362 (Elm Tree) Squadron took part in a fundraising event to raise awareness of the charity SSAFA (Soldiers, Sailors, Airmen and Families Association) in its 125th year. The event took place in Sheffield City Centre, and the cadets joined forces with members of SSAFA and members of the Sheffield branch of the OTC (Officer Training Corps). Despite the weather being very cold, the cadets enjoyed themselves and managed to raise about £1400. Thu, 25 Feb 2010 21:18:56 +0000 http://www.aircadetsnorth.org/view_notice_news.php?id=778 http://www.aircadetsnorth.org/view_notice_news.php?id=778 Air Cadets from 2344 (Longbenton) Squadron celebrated the formation of the Air Training Corps (ATC) and used the occasion to kick-start a year of special events to celebrate 150 years of the cadet organisations. 2010 marks 150 years since the cadet movement first started, when the Cadet Corps was formed to help bolster the country’s defence numbers following heavy losses in the Crimean War. Thu, 25 Feb 2010 21:07:03 +0000 http://www.aircadetsnorth.org/view_notice_news.php?id=777 http://www.aircadetsnorth.org/view_notice_news.php?id=777 Air Commodore Ian Stewart meets thousands of cadets each year but some come to his attention for a variety of reasons. During a review of the East Cheshire and South Manchester Wing in 2009, the Commandant met an Air Cadet from 55(Woodford and Bramhill) Squadron called Simon Dickenson. Wed, 24 Feb 2010 19:50:04 +0000 http://www.aircadetsnorth.org/view_notice_news.php?id=776 http://www.aircadetsnorth.org/view_notice_news.php?id=776 On Sunday 7 February 2010 the inter wing trials for Hockey were held at Failsworth Sports Centre near Oldham. 14 girls, aged 16 to 20 from S & W York’s Wing, made up the dynamic team captained by CWO  Kat Couchman from 59 Huddersfield Squadron. Wed, 24 Feb 2010 19:40:13 +0000 http://www.aircadetsnorth.org/view_notice_news.php?id=775 http://www.aircadetsnorth.org/view_notice_news.php?id=775 Dewsbury Air Cadets have jogged their way to glory at the recent South and West Yorkshire Wing Cross Country Championships held at Barnsley Rugby Club. Twelve cadets took part running the 3 mile course. While the rain held off on an overcast afternoon maximum effort was given by every participant giving 96 (Dewsbury) Squadron its’ best results in years. Wed, 24 Feb 2010 19:29:59 +0000 http://www.aircadetsnorth.org/view_notice_news.php?id=774 http://www.aircadetsnorth.org/view_notice_news.php?id=774 A group of young ambassadors have kicked off Cadet150 in style. The event, which takes place throughout 2010, celebrates the 150th anniversary of the launch of the cadet movement. One of those ambassadors was Cadet Warrant Officer Adam Waudby of 110 (City of York) Squadron Wed, 24 Feb 2010 19:18:57 +0000 http://www.aircadetsnorth.org/view_notice_news.php?id=773 http://www.aircadetsnorth.org/view_notice_news.php?id=773 Two Yorkshire Air Cadets were keeping a very important appointment this week. Lunch with HRH The Earl of Wessex at Sheffield Town Hall. Cadet Warrant Officer Joe Hedley of 1053 (Armthorpe) Squadron and Cadet Warrant Officer Richard Fleming of 868 (Mirfield) were selected to meet Prince Edward during his recent visit to South Yorkshire and during a reception and lunch to celebrate the achievements of young adults from the Yorkshire Region. Fri, 19 Feb 2010 23:44:13 +0000 http://www.aircadetsnorth.org/view_notice_news.php?id=772 http://www.aircadetsnorth.org/view_notice_news.php?id=772 Local businessman and Ex-cadet, James Brunnell, recently made a generous donation of furniture and office equipment to Askern Air Cadet Squadron. Three Askern Air Cadets recently attended RAF Church Fenton, where they were given the opportunity to take control of a light aircraft and experience powered flight. Askern Air Cadets took part in the South and West Yorkshire Wing cross country competition, held at Barnsley Rugby club and Askern Air Cadet, Damien Stevens (16), was selected to represent South and West Yorkshire Wing in the North Region Senior Football competition Mon, 15 Feb 2010 20:20:02 +0000 http://www.aircadetsnorth.org/view_notice_news.php?id=771 http://www.aircadetsnorth.org/view_notice_news.php?id=771 The Vulcan To The Sky Trust (VTTST) has teamed up with the Air Cadet Organisation to begin a new education programme. Four squadrons from Castleford, Doncaster, Bawtry and Dinnington came together at the South Yorkshire Aircraft Museum for a presentation from Miriam Tong, Education Manager followed by taking part in the Vulcan survival challenge. Sun, 14 Feb 2010 17:40:08 +0000 http://www.aircadetsnorth.org/view_notice_news.php?id=770 http://www.aircadetsnorth.org/view_notice_news.php?id=770 After a long wait 96 (Dewsbury) Squadron indoor shooting range officially became operational in December 2009. Six staff, the Civilian Committee Secretary and 22 Cadets enjoyed a fun packed adventure training weekend at the Redmire Centre. Adult Sgt Tom Harpur successfully completed the final part of the Basic Expedition Leaders Award (BELA). CI Daniel Culpan has recently returned from the 2010 Snow Eagle ‘Nordic Cross Country Skiing’ Air Cadet Course and Five staff from 96 (Dewsbury) Air cadets have recently attended the January staff development course at the NACATC Windermere Sat, 13 Feb 2010 17:30:44 +0000 http://www.aircadetsnorth.org/view_notice_news.php?id=769 http://www.aircadetsnorth.org/view_notice_news.php?id=769 On Sunday 7th February, Cadets from 92(Chorley) Air Training Corps Squadron Band were privileged to lead this year’s annual ATC Sunday Parade. Every year members of the Air Training Corps, Cumbria and North Lancashire Wing meet on the Sunday closest to the date that the ATC (Air Training Corps) was founded in order to celebrate its formation and also as a good opportunity to ‘’Show Off’’ the ATC to members of the public Sat, 13 Feb 2010 16:53:03 +0000 http://www.aircadetsnorth.org/view_notice_news.php?id=768 http://www.aircadetsnorth.org/view_notice_news.php?id=768 Yeadon Squadron Cadet Warrant Officer, Elizabeth Cwilewicz had her first taste of competition in her new role as coach to the junior netball team at Central and East Yorkshire Wing of the Air Cadets, when the squad of ten girls competed against other Wings in the North Region Championships at Pontefract. Sat, 13 Feb 2010 16:37:09 +0000 http://www.aircadetsnorth.org/view_notice_news.php?id=767 http://www.aircadetsnorth.org/view_notice_news.php?id=767  It was Flags Flying and Music Playing as 120 Air Cadets marched through the centre of Ripon on Sunday. The parade was organised to celebrate the 69th anniversary of the founding of the Air Training Corps. The station commander of RAF Linton-on-Ouse headed up the VIP guests who were on hand to take the salute. Sat, 13 Feb 2010 16:34:00 +0000 http://www.aircadetsnorth.org/view_notice_news.php?id=766 http://www.aircadetsnorth.org/view_notice_news.php?id=766 Three Yeadon Air Cadets had the time of their lives recently when they took part in a Regional Activities Centre Camp at RAF Linton-on-Ouse, near York. Cadets Joshua Robson, Luke Buchan and Joseph Schofield joined with cadets from other parts of Yorkshire for a weekend full of activities. Sat, 13 Feb 2010 16:29:52 +0000 http://www.aircadetsnorth.org/view_notice_news.php?id=765 http://www.aircadetsnorth.org/view_notice_news.php?id=765 Four Yeadon Air Cadets are celebrating passing a Drum Majors course with flying colours. Held recently at the Tri-Service School of Ceremonials at Catterick Garrison, the course was the first of its kind in the north of England and was organised by Regional Band Officer, Flight Lieutenant Tony Young. Several other squadrons were also in attendance from across the North Region.  Sat, 06 Feb 2010 12:27:19 +0000 http://www.aircadetsnorth.org/view_notice_news.php?id=763 http://www.aircadetsnorth.org/view_notice_news.php?id=763 Pudsey Air Cadets from 2387 (Pudsey Squadron) have raised a staggering £5173.70 for the Royal British Legion Poppy Appeal 2009.  The cadets worked hard organising sponsored events, a bag packing session at Pudsey M&S as well as working at the Penny Bazaar alongside some of our Veterans who gave hours collecting for the Appeal. Thu, 04 Feb 2010 21:52:21 +0000 http://www.aircadetsnorth.org/view_notice_news.php?id=762 http://www.aircadetsnorth.org/view_notice_news.php?id=762 Andy McNab ventures into children’s fiction with Drop Zone, a story about 17 year old Ethan Blake, who’s dead-end existence is changed forever when he sees someone base jump from the top of the block of flats he lives in with his mother, sister and hard drinking father. Mon, 01 Feb 2010 20:44:46 +0000 http://www.aircadetsnorth.org/view_notice_news.php?id=761 http://www.aircadetsnorth.org/view_notice_news.php?id=761 Heckmondwike RAFA club played host to a very special occasion on Friday 29th January, when the Air Cadets of 2490 (Spen Valley) Squadron celebrated a presentation evening. This event, which had been resurrected after an absence of many years, involved the cadets of the squadron being presented with various awards and certificates they had achieved in recent months. Mon, 01 Feb 2010 19:52:35 +0000 http://www.aircadetsnorth.org/view_notice_news.php?id=760 http://www.aircadetsnorth.org/view_notice_news.php?id=760 Attendance at the annual presentation parade of Yeadon Air Cadets twin squadron in New Zealand was only one of many highlights in a six week tour of New Zealand and Japan by Dr. Peter Isherwood, Media Communications Officer with the Yeadon Squadron. Thu, 28 Jan 2010 11:44:02 +0000 http://www.aircadetsnorth.org/view_notice_news.php?id=759 http://www.aircadetsnorth.org/view_notice_news.php?id=759 The Commanding officer of a local Air Cadet squadron is on cloud nine after reaching the dizzy heights of Flight Lieutenant. Kellyann Martin, of 2490 (Spen Valley) Squadron was ecstatic to be promoted to the senior rank after attending the Officer’s Senior Course at RAF Cranwell, home of Headquarters Air Cadets. Wed, 20 Jan 2010 19:25:13 +0000 http://www.aircadetsnorth.org/view_notice_news.php?id=758 http://www.aircadetsnorth.org/view_notice_news.php?id=758 A local air cadet leader is stepping down after ten years of community work. Flight Lieutenant Will Close-Ash from Wallsend is handing over command of 346 (Tynemouth) Squadron after ten years as the commanding officer. Will is the second longest serving commanding officer at Tynemouth, since the formation of the Squadron in 1941. Wed, 20 Jan 2010 19:09:57 +0000 http://www.aircadetsnorth.org/view_notice_news.php?id=757 http://www.aircadetsnorth.org/view_notice_news.php?id=757 For 2010, Squadrons in all six wings are to be given the opportunity to produce a series of photographs which could be used in future marketing material. Closing date for submissions to Region will be 25 May 2010. Mon, 18 Jan 2010 19:54:36 +0000 http://www.aircadetsnorth.org/view_notice_news.php?id=756 http://www.aircadetsnorth.org/view_notice_news.php?id=756 Goole Air Cadets received a funds boost recently when prospective town MP Andrew Percy handed over £340 to the Air Cadet Squadron. The money had been raised by the local politician at a recent dinner attended by the Shadow Foreign Secretary William Hague MP. He then attended a parade evening at squadron where he presented a cheque to the squadron. Fri, 08 Jan 2010 21:23:39 +0000 http://www.aircadetsnorth.org/view_notice_news.php?id=755 http://www.aircadetsnorth.org/view_notice_news.php?id=755 362 (Elm Tree) Squadron on their annual Christmas walk; this year the walk took them on a route around Castleton area. Starting in Castleton they ventured up to Loose Hill, across the ridge to Hollins Cross, and up to Mam Tor trig point Fri, 08 Jan 2010 21:12:57 +0000 http://www.aircadetsnorth.org/view_notice_news.php?id=740 http://www.aircadetsnorth.org/view_notice_news.php?id=740 2490 (Spen Valley) Squadron of the Air Training Corps hosted a Festive Celebration recently, bringing a little Christmas cheer to all the people who have assisted them this year, as a thank you for their support. Cadets served up mince pies and cream, tea, coffee, sherry and mulled wine to their guests, who included their parents, several members of the Air Cadet Organisation from South and West Yorkshire Wing. Thu, 24 Dec 2009 10:47:28 +0000 http://www.aircadetsnorth.org/view_notice_news.php?id=739 http://www.aircadetsnorth.org/view_notice_news.php?id=739 North Region is finishing 2009 on a high by collecting their third top national award in three weeks. Following success in the National Band Competition and the Netball Championships, North Regions Media Team have been recognised in the 2009 National Media and Communications Awards taking four of the twelve trophies including the Mike Cross trophy for the Best Region and another three finalist nominations in the other categories. Fri, 18 Dec 2009 17:51:06 +0000 http://www.aircadetsnorth.org/view_notice_news.php?id=617 http://www.aircadetsnorth.org/view_notice_news.php?id=617   Following discussions with the judges this year and representations from wings it has been decided to announce the 2010 models straight away. The models will all be 1/72 scale and will be from the World War Two era, as 2010 marks the 70th anniversary of the Battle of Britain. The judges consider the quality of the modelling, not the actual model.   Mon, 22 Jun 2009 20:29:24 +0000