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

Biggin Hill Airshow

By Liam on July 2, 2010 8:09 PM | Permalink | Comments (0)

On Sunday 27th June 2010, two members of staff and six cadets attended Biggin Hill Airshow. Despite soaring temperatures, the cadets had a very enjoyable day and were given guided tours of various military aircraft, including a Mirage and a Hawk.

2nd Quarter Newsletter

By Chris on May 29, 2010 9:04 AM | Permalink | Comments (0)

2nd Quarter Newsletter1.pdf

Please read through the second squadron newsletter.

1242 Squadron Staff

By Steve on April 18, 2010 8:29 AM | Permalink | Comments (4)

1242 Squadron Staff
Adult Warrant Officer Phil Camp Officer in Command
A/Sgt Daz Wilkinson AMIMI - Deputy OIC Daz was a cadet at 1242 Squadron in 1980-1985. In 1985 he joined the Royal Air Force and trained as a Vehicle Technician. Daz served in various theatres including the Falklands, Bosnia, Kosovo and Belize. Having left the RAF and returned to Faversham, he's also returned to 1242 as a CI. "When I was a cadet I remember CI's helping me. Now it's my turn to help cadets". Daz's duties at 1242 include: Training Officer, Adventure Training, Staff Cadet Training, Security and MT (as our only mechanic, he get to fix our squadron Minibus!) Daz passed his A/Sgt board in 2006
CI Steve Root Steve remembers wanting to fly from a very young age - it all started when he read a noticeboard at junior school. He joined his local ATC squadron [25 (Parkwood) Squadron] when he was 13 and never looked back. "I definitely benefited from being an Air Cadet. The skills I learnt helped me get my Private Pilots Licence when I was just 19 years old. I also learnt a lot about leadership and team management". Steve left the ATC as a Cadet Warrant Officer when he was 22 to start a business. 7 Years later and he's returned "I really enjoy passing on the skills that I learnt when I was an air cadet and best of all, I'm still learning new things. As a member of staff I've been trained in many things including First Aid skills. Working with the next generation of air cadets and seeing them improve and develop their abilities is really satisfying."
Could this be your photo? Adult Staff in the ATC are essential in delivering the aims of the air training corps. If you are willing to share your skills and experience with young people one evening a week or more, we'd like to hear from you. If you live in or near Faversham then you can contact us. Alternatively contact your local ATC squadron through Kent Wing or HQ ATC. You can read more about the role of different staff on the official www.aircadets.org web site. (Note - you don't have to have been an Air Cadet to be a staff member of the ATC)

1st Squadron Newsletter

By Chris on March 14, 2010 7:14 PM | Permalink | Comments (0)

Please have a look at the first squadron newsletter. The next one will be posted sometime in May

1st Quarter Newsletter.pdf

End of the road for CWO

By Liam on February 23, 2010 8:47 PM | Permalink | Comments (0)

After seven years as an Air Cadet and having reached the upper age limit, it was time for Cadet Warrant Officer Liam Masters to leave 1242 squadron. CWO Masters has taken part in many activities over the years, including an overseas camp to RAF Akrotiri. Joining in 2003, he rose to the rank of corporal in 2005 and then sergeant in 2006, eight months later he was promoted to flight sergeant (in 2007), before finally achieving the rank of CWO in March 2008. In June 2008, he completed a gliding scholarship at RAF Kenley. Friday 19th February was his last parade night as a cadet and he would like to wish his successor, Flight Sergeant Nicholas Dewey all the best as the senior cadet on the squadron. CWO Masters now hopes to become an Adult Sergeant.