1242 (Faversham) Squadron ATC

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.

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On Sunday 23 Sept 1242 Sqn completed in the Annual Kent Wing Band Competition held at MODFSCTE Manston in the percussion section against other bands from across Kent. This was the third year that the squadron had competed in this event, previously coming second on both occasions. This time was the year that we were to be successful by coming first. The competition was tough as the winning margin was only one point. Officer Commanding 1242 Flt Lt N Sermon said “I am delighted for the cadets as they worked extremely hard and now they have an opportunity to show the region what they can do as they compete against London, Sussex, Middlesex, Surrey and Essex at the Region Finals in October”.

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The squadron will be stood down on the 7 & 10 Aug for Annual Camp.

Have a good break

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The squadron is now on leave for the Christmas and New Year holidays. First parade night in the new year is Friday 5th January.

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Congratulations Flight Sergeant Wolfe and Corporal Masters

Both of whom passed their Staff Cadet exam. The second part of the exam was a formal interview with a Squadron Leader to asses their knowledge of the Air Cadet organisation. They are expected to know the different roles staff perform not only in their squadron but also within Kent wing. Cadets in the Air Training Corps study a variety of subjects and the highest level achieved is Staff Cadet. Staff Cadets are identified by a gold braid over the left shoulder, all other classifications are marked by badges sewn onto the brassard.

As Staff Cadets, Flight Sergeant Wolfe and Corporal Masters will now be able to help teach other cadets.

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Cadets from the squadron have recently attended annual camp at MOD St Athan located in South Wales. The cadets participated in many activities and got the chance to sample various aspects of RAF life.
Some of the highlights included a visit to Big Pit, where the cadets got the chance to go underground and the final day where the cadets spent the day on the range. Sgt Raines and Cpl Tungate both achieved Wing Marksman’s on the 2.2 during the day. Those cadets who attended had a great time and cannot wait for next year’s camp.

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Congratulations to Sergeant Wolfe on becoming Flight Sergeant Wolfe.

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The 65th Anniversary Dinner & Disco has been booked and tickets are now on sale.

It will be at the Alexander Centre, Preston Street, Faversham, ME13 8NZ on Friday 7th April 2006. 19:00 for 19:30 with carriages for 23:00. Tickets are available from C.I. Mr D Wilkinson on 07906 538528 and cost £30 each.

The dinner is open to everyone, especially ex-cadets and staff from all of the 65 Years.

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Faversham squadron led this years annual act of remembrance in the town. This year the squadron was proud to ask Sqn Ldr Fitzpatrick RAFVR(T) WSO3 Kent Wing to be this years saluting officer (Sqn Ldr Fitzpatrick was a previous squadron commander at 1242 sqn).

The squadron actively supports the Royal British Legion (RBL) within the town and has been collecting hard for this years poppy appeal.

The RBL also recognises achievement amongst the cadet forces by awarding annually the George Foy Trophy (George was a previous Chairman of the RBL in Faversham).

This years award went to Cpl Nathan Tungate.

Posted by Flt Lt Sermon at 12:35 PM | Permalink | Comments (1)

Congratulations goes to the following Cadets on Promotion to Corporal,

Amy Bilcliffe, Matthew Slater and Nathan Tungate.

Well done for achieving this promotion, keep up the hard work.

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