1242 (Faversham) Squadron ATC

Biggin Hill Airshow

2010-07-02T19:09:24Z

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

2010-05-29T08:04:40Z

2nd Quarter Newsletter1.pdf

Please read through the second squadron newsletter.

1242 Squadron Staff

2010-04-18T07:29:51Z

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

2010-03-14T19:14:51Z

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

2010-02-23T20:47:19Z

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.

Navigation training day

2010-02-05T20:20:07Z

Cadets from both Faversham and Canterbury squadron recently undertook a day long navigation training exercise.

Sat Nav records:
Distance walked 17.1Km,
Pace while walking pace 4.2km per hour

New year, New Flight Sergeant!

2010-01-12T22:16:08Z

On the evening of 12th January 2010, Sergeant Dewey - a cadet for a number of years - was promoted to the rank of Flight Sergeant.
We would like to wish him all the best in his new role and he will soon become the squadron's senior cadet.

Cadets cancelled

2010-01-07T22:51:52Z

Due to the current weather conditions and the squadron grounds being very icy, there will be no parade evening on Friday 8th January 2010.
We hope to see you all on Tuesday 12th January 2010.

Squadron standown

2009-12-16T20:27:34Z

The squadron is now on leave for the Christmas break. Cadets are reminded that the first parade of 2010 will be on Friday 8th January.

On behalf of all the staff, i'd like to wish you all a very merry christmas and a happy 2010.

FS Luton ages out

2009-08-08T13:09:30Z

On Friday 7 August, Flight Sergeant Chris Luton attended the squadron for his last night as an Air Cadet. Chris will be 20 on 9 August and can no longer be a cadet. The squadron has lost a valuable NCO who hopes to become a staff member. Now that Chris has left, there's just one cadet left from the 2003 revolution - CWO Masters.

Two staff members leave squadron

2009-07-03T10:35:53Z

Flight Lieutenant Sermon - our Officer Commanding for the last 6 years - has left 1242 sqn after his recent promotion to the rank of Squadron Leader. He has moved into a new role within ATC mucic. The squadron would like to wish him well in his new role.

Flying Officer Sermon has also left the squadron after her recent appointment as the new L&SER Band Officer following the promotion of Flt Lt Sermon. Fg Off Sermon spent 4 years at the squadron as our Adjutant and the squadron would also like to wish her well.

AWO Camp - a member of 312 (City of Canterbury) Squadron for many years - has joined the squadron as our new OIC. The staff and cadets would like to wish him well and we look forward to working with him over the coming months.

Band Performance 25 April 09 - Newington

2009-05-01T19:09:59Z

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

2009-03-08T17:20:56Z

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

2009-02-23T11:41:12Z

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.

1242 Sqn 2009 Training Programme

2009-01-09T20:37:45Z

Cadets and parents can see our 2009 Training Programe within this PDF File. You'll need the password to open it.Year Planner 1242.pdf