1242 (Faversham) Squadron ATC

If you don't know about the Air Training Corps, then you should probably visit the Official Site first.

The aims of the Air Training Corps are:

To promote and encourage among young people a practical interest in aviation and the Royal Air Force.
To provide training which will be useful in the Services and civilian life.
To foster the spirit of adventure and develop qualities of leadership and good citizenship.

1242 is an ATC Squadron based in Faversham, Kent. As a squadron we participate in a wide range of activities related to the aims, including (but not limited to):

Flying (in the ATC's own training aircraft as well as in RAF aircraft)
Gliding (in the ATC's own gliders)
Adventure Training (including skills of camp craft, survival, navigation and fitness)
Duke of Edinburgh's Award

Band Performance 25 April 09 - Newington

By Flt Lt Sermon on May 1, 2009 8:09 PM | Permalink | Comments (0) | TrackBacks (0)

The band performed at the Newington Fete on the 25 April, they provided two performances during the day which were enjoyed by all.

Clean up day

By CWO Masters on March 8, 2009 5:20 PM | Permalink | Comments (0) | TrackBacks (0)

On Saturday 7th March 2009, the sqn spent the day having a clean up. There were 12 cadets in attendance at various points of the day as well as 4 staff members and a few members of the civilian committee. The sqn is now looking superb after the hard efforts of all involved.

Gliding at 615 (Kenley) VGS on Sunday 22nd February 2009

By CWO Masters on February 23, 2009 11:41 AM | Permalink | Comments (0) | TrackBacks (0)

On Sunday 22nd February, 4 cadets from the squadron woke up incredibly early for a day of gliding. Arriving at the squadron at 0630 ready for their day ahead, the cadets were incredibly excited at the prospect of gliding for the first time. Once they had arrived at 615 vgs, it was time for a briefing. Then out on to the airfield, for a fantastic day of gliding that all cadets thoroughly enjoyed. The 4 cadets that attended from the squadron were, Corporal Keel, Cadet J. Stammers, Cadet Mallett and Cadet Rook. All of whom had a great day with Cadet Rook showing a very high level of apptitude for gliding and it was suggested that she apply for a Gliding Scholarship. A huge thanks must go to CI P. Whalan for taking the cadets.