Herts & Bucks Wing ATC News

1187 Awards Night

2012-01-11T09:11:00.002Z

Report from: Flt Lt Fusedale, OC 1187 SqnNo 1187 (Hemel Hempstead) Squadron held its annual Award’s Evening at the Cadet Centre in Queensway. Guest of Honour was Wing Commander Mimpress, OC Herts & Bucks Wing. The evening commenced with a presentation to parents on the work of the Squadron by OC 1187 Sqn, Flight Lieutenant Jeff Fusedale.The Squadron’s cadets were then inspected on parade by Wing

First Wing eDofE Success

2011-12-26T12:30:00.004Z

Report by Flt Lt Jeff Fusedale RAFVR(T), Wing DofE Officer.The Duke of Edinburgh’s Award has gone online and Herts & Bucks Wing converted to eDofE on 1st April 2011. Since then most Squadrons have been getting to grips with the new system. eDofE is an internet-based system where participants (cadets and staff under 25 years old) log their progress with their DofE Award, adding their own evidence

Cadets take their seats

2011-11-23T15:11:00.003Z

By ASGT Emily Campbell ATCFriday 27 October saw twelve Cadets from 1563 (Buckingham) Sqn on a visit to the Houses of Parliament, including a special visit to the Speakers House, courtesy of local Buckingham MP and Speaker of the House, the Rt Hon John Bercow MP.On arrival at the Houses of Parliament, the Cadets passed through the tight security and entered the Palace of Westminster, walking to

Joining Forces

2011-11-18T13:56:00.004Z

Cadets from 1113 Sqn joined up with No 3 Company Army Cadet Force and raised an incerdible £4610 for the British Legion Poppy Appeal 2011. Cadets and staff from both units sold poppies in Berkhamsted High Street on two Saturdays culminating in the annual Remembrance Parade through the town on Sunday 13 November.PO Whelan of 1113 Sqn said: "We had an excellent turnout of Cadets. It was encouraging

Cadets in the House!

2011-11-18T13:53:00.002Z

Hemel Hempstead MP, Mike Penning has welcomed a group of over 30 members and staff of the Herts and Bucks Wing ATC to the House of Commons.The group was led by Flt Lt Dylan Foster-Edwards RAFVR(T), OC 1280 (Rickmansworth) Squadron.Mike Penning said: “I thoroughly enjoyed my visit to the ATC Wing’s annual exercise at Longmoor Camp back in May and in return I invited them to come and visit the

Senior Rugby Report

2011-11-05T22:00:00.001Z

From Cdt Sgt Andrew Le Baigue 2203 (Hatfield and de Havilland) SqnOn 1st October ten cadets from Herts and Bucks Wing took the trip to RAF Cranwell to take part in the Central and East rugby sevens tournament. Turning up as a slap dash bunch of lads, we quickly transformed into the team to beat winning our first game comfortably with Sgt Rob Wallis and Sgt Andrew Le Baigue putting points on the

Wittering Camp 2011

2011-11-05T21:55:00.004Z

By PO T Whelan RAFVR(T)Thirty six cadets and six staff from Herts and Bucks Wing took part in the annual Autumn Camp, which this year was held at RAF Wittering in Cambridgeshire.During the action packed week, the cadets visited different sections on the base including the Fire Section, Mobile Catering and Air Traffic Control. They also spent an afternoon with No 5131 Bomb Disposal Squadron who

Best of Buckingham

2011-11-05T21:30:00.003Z

By Sgt Emily Campbell (ATC)1563 (Buckingham) Sqn recently held their Annual Awards evening in conjunction with the Annual General Meeting of the Civilian Committee.It has been a busy year for the squadron, attending events across Hertfordshire and Buckinghamshire, both as a squadron and as individuals. The awards evening is a chance for cadets to show off everything they have been part of and

IACE 2011 Photos

2011-10-29T14:29:00.003Z

From the top:1) Ready for home!2) Air Education & Training Command - Lipa City3) Overflying the Amercian War Cemetary4) Zain in the Heli Sim5) With Amercian CAP Cadets

IACE 2011 Exclusive Report

2011-10-28T12:45:00.017Z

By Sqn Ldr J Davies RAFVR(T)IACE – The Philippines 19 July to 03 August 2011What seems a long time ago, but in reality was back in February; I was selected as the escort for the UK cadets attending the Philippines. My first job was to find out exactly where the islands were on the globe and then realised just how long the flight was going to be!The two selected cadets for the trip being FS Tom

Inter Wing Swimming Results

2011-10-28T12:38:00.003Z

By Sgt Sarah Fox ATCI must say the swimming was a very good day and all the Cadets put all their best efforts in and came out with some good results. First of all I would like to personally thank all the cadets, who did an amazing job on the day: Junior Girls Cdt Dell - 2409 (Halton)Cdt Fulton - 1166 (WGC)Cdt Rivero-Cabrero - 1365 (Aylesbury)Cdt Renforth - 248 (Letchworth)Cdt Sampson - 2F (

Flt Lt Cliff Gardner RAFVR(T) Retd

2011-10-28T12:34:00.002Z

From Flt Lt T Hatton, OC 759 (Harpenden) SqnIt is with deep regret that I have to announce the death of Cliff Gardner, Chairman of 795 (Harpenden) Sqn ATC. Cliff had been ill for several months and died peacefully on Thursday 20 October with his family by his side.Many will remember Cliff's history on the Wing from his hard work and dedication to the Air Training Corps over countless years as 795

Blog Stardom for ex-CWO Marchant

2011-10-25T11:56:00.003Z

25 October 2011By RAF Halton MCOThe following is the first in a series of RAF Halton blogs that will follow Chris Marchant ex 1239 (Broxbourne and Hoddesdon) Sqn through his Recruit Training:Local boy Chris Marchant is on the way to achieving his long standing dream of a career in the Royal Air Force.Chris (20) from Hertford, started his long journey 6 years ago at the age of 14 when he joined

Death March Record Smashed!

2011-10-12T14:37:00.005Z

By CWO Katie Cunningham 1187 (Hemel Hempstead) Sqn.Huge congratulations to Cadet Ashley Quinn of 1187 (Hemel Hempstead) Sqn who has marched into the H&B Wing record books.For the last nine years the Herts & Bucks Wing Marching Team has sent a team of Cadets and Staff to Bornem in Belgium to complete the Dodentocht ® or Belgian Death March - a gruelling 100 kilometres to be completed within 24

Denham Departures

2011-10-09T10:23:00.005Z

2370 (Denham) Sqn has said "goodbye and good luck" to three of it's long serving Cadets.CWO Zak France who was age expired is currently training for his application to join the RAF Regiment.Sgt Nathan McCann has joined the RAF and starts shortly at RAF Halton RTS on the first steps of his ambition to become a NCO Aircrew member.FS Heather Elkins has left the ATC to focus full time on her studies

Back To School For 1113 Sqn

2011-10-09T10:17:00.003Z

Cadets from 1113 (Berkhamsted) Squadron were invited to Ashlyns School on Thursday 6 October 2011 to talk to parents and prospective students at the school's annual Open Evening. 1113 Sqn has close links with Ashlyns which allows the Cadets and Staff to use the school facilities. Plt Off Whelan RAFVR(T) was very please with the evening: "One of the main aims of the Squadron is to raise the

Nominations for ACO Media & Communications Awards

2011-10-03T12:49:00.003Z

Nominations for the prestigious Air Cadet Organisation Media and Communications Awards (The MACAs) are now being taken. Once again it's time for Wings to submit their nominations to in each category of the MACAs to HQAC. I would therefore invite all SMCO's, CO's & WSO's to nominate contenders from H&B Squadrons for any of the following relevant categories: 1) Best News Article - Nominations

Medal for Denham Stalwart

2011-10-03T12:32:00.003Z

Congratulations to WO (ATC) Ray Peters, Sqn WO of 2370 (Denham) Sqn who has been presented with his Cadet Forces Medal for 12 years service to the Cadet Forces.Presenting the CFM to WO Peters in front of the assembled Cadets and Staff during the Sqn's AFI, Wg Cdr Mimpress, OC H&B Wing, thanked WO Peters for his long and dedicated uniformed service, which has included over 18 years with the

High Wycombe High Flyer

2011-09-30T14:02:00.004Z

High flying 332 (High Wycombe) Sqn, Cadet FS Will Hilton, aged 17, has had an eventful year in his blossoming aviation career.Having successfully completed his National Private Pilots Licence (NPPL) self launching motor glider ten hour Air League scholarship at Oxfordhsire Sport Fling club in July, swiftly followed by licence conversion to a simple single engine aircraft (SSEA) type, he went

New Home For 2532

2011-09-30T12:25:00.006Z

Sunday 25 Sep 2011 marked the official opening of 2532 Sqn's new building at Millmead Hall in Wolverton.Families wree joined by the Mayor of Newport Pagnell, members of the local Royal British Legion and Wolverton & Greenleys Town Council as the ribbon was cut on their new home.All present enjoyed various Cadet displays of banner drill, first aid and minefield leadership exercises plus model

Cadets At Bucks County Show

2011-09-18T14:05:00.009Z

Report by Sqn Ldr J DaviesThursday 1st September saw the yearly Bucks County Show at Weedon Park just outside of Aylesbury. This is the main public event of the year for Buckinghamshire with some 25,000 visitors during the course of the show day. The hard work for the cadets and staff alike commenced with a 06:30 am start at 1365 Sqn and then a short drive to the show ground. The cadets were then

Halton Make A Splash!

2011-09-11T07:04:00.004Z

The Cadet swimming team from 2409 (Halton) Sqn have taken the honours at the 2011 Wing Swimming competition held on Saturday 10 September.Overall there were 28 units in attendance comprising 135 male and 50 female Cadets with approximately 60 staff in attendance.Pushing 2409 (Halton) Sqn hard were runners up 1239 (Broxbourne & Hoddesdon) Sqn with 220 (St Albans) Sqn finishing third. The complete

2370 (DENHAM) SQN OPEN DAY

2011-09-09T09:55:00.003Z

To celebrate the 50th anniversary of the founding of the Sqn, 2370 (Denham) Sqn are holding an Open Day this Saturday 10 September 2011, between 10:00 and 16:00 at the Squadron HQ on Denham Aerodrome. As well as exemplary displays of drill, music and first aid, there will be a climbing wall, BBQ from 12 noon and raffle.All welcome!

Additional WFD Photos

2011-08-31T11:21:00.008Z

By Sqn/Ldr J Davies.

Last chance for the photo comp

2011-08-17T22:28:00.007Z

The closing date for the RAF's photo competition is drawing close but there is still just time to enter your great pictures taken during Summer Camp or other ATC activity. See the link (click on the title above) for details or refer to the Wg MCO for guidance. Good luck! Don't forget, Herts & Bucks Wing has produced two winners in previous years!

HITCHIN WELCOMES 6 OF THE NEXT GENERATION

2011-07-23T15:32:00.004Z

Words & picture by CI Samuel James, 1066 Sqn MCO.On Monday 18th July, 6 young new recruits were officially welcomed into the Air Training Corps with their enrolments conducted by Squadron Commanding Officer, Flt Lt Honour Callaghan. Prior to their enrolments the new recruits had to learn the basics of being an air cadet, such as paying military compliments, cleaning, looking after and wearing

BOYS IN BLUE TAKE A TRIP TO HITCHIN

2011-07-19T18:17:00.003Z

ARTICLE AND PHOTOS BY CDT CPL DANIEL SAVILLE, 1066 SqnThursday 14th July was no ordinary parade night and was certainly something to remember. Two RAF Police Corporals visited the squadron to give a talk and conduct activities explaining what they do to provide security both in the United Kingdom and in other countries around the world.Cpl Blackmoore and Cpl Weir brought in a variety of uniforms

WFD Full Results

2011-07-17T13:34:00.004Z

Diary note: a reminder to all winners of the Models, Photos, Air Rec, Drill, Music, Banner Drill and First Aid competitions that they will be required for the Regional Competition on 4 Sep 2011. Further details to follow from Sqn Ldr Davies.The overall winners were 871(Penn), runners up being 795(Harpenden) and third 2313(The Chalfonts).For the competitions with definitive areas the results are

Penn Do The Double!!

2011-07-13T09:05:00.004Z

By Flt Lt Brett ShepherdThe 10th of July 2011 will live long in the memory of the Staff and Cadets of 871 (Penn) Squadron Air Training Corps. Having finished third in 2009 and runners up in 2010, the squadron emulated its success of 2008 by lifting the Harrier Trophy as overall winners of the 2011 Herts & Bucks Wing Field Day.The victory was special to everyone involved because it followed

ROYAL HONOUR FOR HITCHIN'S HENRY

2011-06-20T16:00:00.001Z

By CI SAMUEL JAMES-------------------------------------One lucky cadet from 1066 (Hitchin) Squadron has recently been nominated for the Lord Lieutenant’s Cadet for Hertfordshire. Cadet Warrant Officer Henry Wisdom (18) was nominated for the post due to his hard work and commitment to the Air Training Corps.He has racked up a fair few awards during his time in the Air Cadets including Best Cadet

HALTON ARE SPORTS SUPERSTARS

2011-05-09T17:19:00.007Z

By FG OFF BEN WILKINSON ----------------------------------------Cadets from 2409 (Halton) Squadron have scored a resounding victory at the Herts and Bucks Wing Athletics competition, landing five of the seven category trophies as well as the overall champions' title.The unit swept the board at the event, held at the Dacorum Athletics Stadium in Hemel Hempstead on Sunday. In second place overall

Herts & Bucks Wing cadet stars in National Concert Band

2011-03-06T22:13:00.005Z

220 Squadron’s Corporal Christina Ostacchini was the only cadet from the Wing to earn a place on the 2011 Air Cadet National Concert Band Camp at RAF Cranwell. The oboe player was on her first such camp; she said “as this was my first time applying to Concert Band Camp I was very excited to find that I had been selected. I was initially quite worried as the only cadet from my Wing attending I

RAF Photographic Competition 2011

2011-01-11T12:31:00.005Z

Cadets, and Staff, wishing to emulate Liz Tunley’s 2010 photographic success now have their chance. The 2011 RAF Photographic Competition has now been announced.The Defence Instruction that gives all the details will follow, but the pertinent points are:All photographs must be taken during the period 1 Aug 10 to 31 Jul 11 and submitted by 23 Aug 10. Only cadets may enter the ATC/CCF Class (Staff

Champion Sports Cadet...again!

2010-11-16T12:34:00.008Z

2313 (The Chalfonts) Sqn’s Liz Tunley has been named the ATC Female Sports Cadet of the Year for the 2009/2010 season. This is the third year out of the last four that Liz, now a Civilian Instructor, has won this top award. Liz, received the 550 Squadron Association shield at the ATC Swimming Championships at RAF Cranwell last Saturday (13 Nov 10). The trophy was presented by Chief of Staff,

2370 (DENHAM) SQN WIN WING SHOOTING COMPETITION 2010

2010-11-11T21:39:00.014Z

Here are the results of the Wing Shooting Competition 2010.Well done to all 16 of the teams that participated and congratulations to 2370 (Denham) Squadron for winning the overall competition.A big Thank You to all of the staff who helped on the day without whom the event could not take place.

248 (LETCHWORTH) SQN WIN THE OVERNIGHT EXERCISE 2010

2010-11-11T21:27:00.007Z

Here are the full Overnight Exercise 2010 Results. Well done to all of the teams that took part in the Exercise and congratulations to 248 (Letchworth) Sqn.Sqn Ldr Cook commented: "My thanks go to all the staff who participated - with out your support, this ever popular activity would not be possible. A special mention is required for both Flt Lt's Foster-Edwards & Nicholls who put in a great

Hitchin cadet joins new ACO music ensemble

2010-11-09T13:26:00.003Z

Last Saturday (6 November) Hitchin Squadron’s Holly Somerville was among over a dozen Air Cadets at RAF Northolt for the first gathering of what may become a new ACO music ensemble. Many cadets had travelled hundreds of miles to be at the Strings Workshop that was led by members of the RAF’s Salon Orchestra under the

FROM HERTS TO HELMAND

2010-10-07T18:06:00.004Z

By SGT RUPERT FRERE RLC------------------------------------------------An Air Training Corps instructor from Herts and Bucks Wing has taken a break from his duties for six months to work in an overseas role: advising the UK military in Afghanistan.Flying Officer Ben Wilkinson RAFVR(T) is the Adjutant of 220 (St Albans) Squadron and Herts and Bucks Wing's Media and Communications Officer. But for

LIZ IS PICTURE PERFECT WITH PHOTO WIN

2010-09-15T09:59:00.006Z

By FG OFF BEN WILKINSONWing Media and Communications Officer-----------------------------------------------------------------A picture taken by a Herts and Bucks Wing cadet of her own experience of a lifetime has been named a winner of the Royal Air Force photographic competition.Cadet Warrant Officer Liz Tunley’s image, entitled “Thumbs up to the Reds”, was awarded first place in the Air

STOCKHILL TROPHY FOR HALTON'S SWIMMING SENSATIONS

2010-09-14T11:00:00.003Z

By FG OFF BEN WILKINSONWing Media and Communications Officer-----------------------------------------------------------------Cadets from 2409 (Halton) Squadron collected a haul of silverware for their trophy cabinet at the weekend, after storming to a double sports victory.At the annual Herts and Bucks Wing swimming competition, held at the Westminster Lodge baths in St Albans, the unit triumphed

WING SAYS GOODBYE TO GEORGE

2010-09-02T07:58:00.007Z

By FG OFF BEN WILKINSONWing Media and Communications Officer-----------------------------------------------------------------Flight Lieutenant George Fitch, the Commanding Officer of 1365 (Aylesbury) Squadron who died last month, has been laid to rest in a ceremony attended by hundreds of mourners.Dozens of fellow Air Training Corps staff and a coach load of cadets were amongst those who attended

WILL ON THE FLIGHT PATH TO SOARAWAY SUCCESS

2010-09-01T22:43:00.003Z

By FG OFF BEN WILKINSONWing Media and Communications Officer-----------------------------------------------------------------The impressive gliding achievements of a cadet from 332 (High Wycombe) Squadron, in a civilian capacity, are to be recognised with a report on national television.Cadet Sergeant Will Hilton will appear on BBC Breakfast on Saturday 4th September, after the programme’s sports

HERTS & BUCKS MARCH ON HOLLAND

2010-09-01T22:05:00.006Z

Nijmegen International Vierdaagse Marches 2010Special Report By FLT LT JEFF FUSEDALE---------------------------------------------The Herts and Bucks Wing Marching Team recently sent a Team of 13 to participate in the 94th Nijmegen International 4-Days Marches. The team were part of the 900-strong British Military Contingent at Heumensoord - a temporary garrison for the 5,000 military marchers

A MASSIVE LOSS TO HERTS & BUCKS WING

2010-08-22T19:19:00.008Z

Flt Lt George Fitch passes away after short illness.By FG OFF BEN WILKINSONWing Media and Communications Officer-----------------------------------------------------------------Herts and Bucks Wing is mourning the loss of one of its most popular officers, following the announcement of the death of Flight Lieutenant George Fitch after a short period of illness.Flight Lieutenant Fitch, Officer

HAWK FLIGHT EXPERIENCE FOR KEEN CADET CALDER

2010-08-18T10:25:00.004Z

Report: FG OFF BEN WILKINSONPictures: FLT LT GEORGE FITCH-----------------------------------------------------A cadet from 220 (St Albans) Squadron has taken to the skies in a fast jet as a special guest of the Royal Air Force.Sixteen-year-old Ewan Calder joined an RAF training sortie in a Hawk – the same aircraft as that flown by the famous Red Arrows display team.Cadet Calder got the amazing

SHOP BOY MATT'S A HODDESDON HERO

2010-07-15T14:35:00.005Z

By FLT LT CLAIRE BULL----------------------------------------1239 (Broxbourne & Hoddesdon) Squadron are celebrating local hero, Instructor Cadet Sergeant Matthew Henry-Randell, for his response to an injured man who sought help in the supermarket where he works.The young man wandered into the Co-op store late at night and asked one of the other workers on duty that evening for some “blue roll” -

PARLIAMENTARY PRIVILEGE FOR C150 CADETS

2010-07-15T14:21:00.005Z

By CWO LIZ TUNLEY----------------------------------As part of the ongoing cadet 150 celebrations, a cadet from Herts and Bucks Wing was selected amongst 12 other ATC individuals to visit the House of Commons .Cadet Warrant Officer Liz Tunley, of 2313 (The Chalfonts) Squadron, was amongst those invited by the Commons Speaker, John Bercow, to a reception in the State Rooms in the Speaker's House.

LEGION SAYS THANKS FOR POPPY SUPPORT

2010-07-15T14:12:00.003Z

By FLT LT CLAIRE BULL----------------------------------------During a visit by Central & East Regional Commandant, Group Captain Brett Morrell, the Royal British Legion Hoddesdon Branch made a brief presentation to 1239 (Broxbourne and Hoddesdon) Squadron to thank them for their continued support during the Poppy Appeal.The Squadron, who proudly assist the RBL in Hoddesdon town centre, have made

WING FIELD DAY - PICTURE SELECTION

2010-07-15T11:18:00.004Z

All pictures by Squadron Leader Jeremy Davies

LUCKY LIZ RIDES WITH THE REDS

2010-07-11T14:32:00.005Z

Special Reportby CWO LIZ TUNLEY, 2313 (The Chalfonts) Squadron ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------On Monday 5th July 2010 I travelled up to RAF Cranwell as one of 20 cadets from the three cadet services selected for a potential flight with the Red Arrows. This opportunity was all part of the Cadet 150 celebrations to mark 150 years of the Cadet

FIELD DAY FEAT FOR 795

2010-07-11T13:03:00.009Z

Report: FLT LT TIM HATTON and FG OFF BEN WILKINSONPictures: FLT LT GEORGE FITCH-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Cadets and staff from 795 (Harpenden) Squadron are celebrating a famous triumph, after swiping the title of Herts and Bucks Wing Field Day winners.The unit, who have been runners-up twice in recent years but last year

DANIEL'S DISCUS SUCCESS

2010-07-11T11:16:00.003Z

By FLT LT CLAIRE BULL----------------------------------------Cadet Harry Daniel of 1239 (Broxbourne & Hoddesdon) Squadron competed at the recent Corps Athletics Competition representing Central & East Region in the discus event.Cadet Daniel, 15, who joined 1239 in 2008 came fourth in the Inter-Region Competition at the weekend, is feeling very positive about competing again next year.“It was a

'ELLO 'ELLO 'ELLO: CHRIS IS ON THE BEAT

2010-07-11T10:59:00.005Z

By FLT LT CLAIRE BULL ----------------------------------------Cadet Warrant Officer Christopher Marchant of 1239 (Broxbourne and Hoddesdon) Squadron follows a long list of the Squadron’s Cadet Warrant Officers to receive his affirmation as a Special Constable in the Hertfordshire Constabulary.Chris joined his group of 20 new recruits in a presentation in Hertford, having commenced trained at the

GLITZ AND GLAMOUR AT 871

2010-07-11T10:22:00.005Z

By FLT LT BRETT SHEPHERD-------------------------------------------------871 (Penn) Squadron held their annual Summer Ball and Awards Night on a glorious summer evening at DeVere Uplands last weekend.Cadets, staff, parents and guests gathered together for a night of black-tie glitz and glamour to celebrate the successes of the squadron and to hand out a dozen awards to cadets who have achieved

NEW SPORTS STRUCTURE TO YIELD RESULTS

2010-07-09T11:23:00.002Z

Wing Sports Officer, FLT LT ANDY BAKER, reports on a new set-up aimed at putting Herts and Bucks Wing at the top of the league for ATC sports------------------------------------------------------- At the end of April, a meeting was held at RAF Halton to introduce the new Sports structure for Herts and Bucks Wing. We are now moving forward with step 1.We have split the wing into eight sectors each

DENHAM 'KIP ON A SHIP'

2010-07-05T19:37:00.004Z

By FLT LT CHRIS BROOKS--------------------------------------------Twenty five Cadets and Staff from the Wing have just returned from a fun packed weekend in London culminating in an overnight stay on HMS Belfast, one of London’s iconic river Thames sites. Under gloriously sunny skys the weekend, organised by Flt Lt Chris Brooks, Officer Commanding 2370 (Denham) Squadron, started with a visit

AYLESBURY SECOND TO NONE AT FIRST AID

2010-06-28T17:11:00.004Z

By FLT LT JAMES GILSONWing First Aid Officer--------------------------------------------A team from 1365 (Aylesbury) Squadron represented Herts and Bucks Wing at a co-located regional first aid competition. The unit, selected as winners of the Wing Exercise first aid stand, dressed and bandaged their way to victory, achieving gold medals. Youth and Young Adult teams were drawn from the Army Cadet

1563 GIVES YOU WINGS

2010-06-28T17:02:00.007Z

By FLT LT JAMES GILSON-------------------------------------------On Monday evening Cadet Warrant Officer Alex Boden and Cadet Sergeant Emma Ironmonger, of 1563 (Buckingham) Squadron, were presented with their gliding wings. Emma had recently completed a weeks course at RAF Halton with 613 VGS and gained her blue gliding wings. Alex on the other hand has had a far longer journey to gain his G1

STAFF AND CADET HONOURED AT COUNTY SHOW PRESENTATIONS

2010-06-20T08:51:00.005Z

By SQN LDR JEREMY DAVIES-------------------------------------------------Saturday 29th May 2010 saw the annual investiture of the Lord Lieutenant's Cadets and the presentation of adult staff certificates of merit for Hertfordshire.Each year cadets are appointed from the three cadet services, the Army Cadets, Sea Cadets, Air Training Corps, and also the Combined Cadet Force in order to assist the

A "HOLIDAY" IN THE CARIBBEAN?

2010-06-08T20:54:00.004Z

.Exercise Transglobe Joint Services Challenge - Leg 11 Antigua to CharlestonSpecial ReportBy CWO CHRIS MARCHANT1239 (Broxbourne and Hoddesdon) Squadron-----------------------------------------------------------------------Family and friends assumed that gallivanting across the Caribbean for two weeks on a yacht (Discoverer) would be a bit of a holiday - and to be honest I didn’t really think much

RECRUITMENT FUN IN THE ST ALBANS SUN

2010-06-02T16:05:00.004Z

By FG OFF BEN WILKINSON----------------------------------------------Cadets and staff from 220 (St Albans) Squadron soaked up the sun and spread the ATC word to member of the public, at a local fete last Sunday.The unit’s marketing stand, complete with branded “Air Cadets” marquee, took pride of place at the Park Street Fete, just outside St Albans. The event has taken place every two years for

AWARDS AS 1066 BIDS FAREWELL TO ERICA

2010-05-31T14:55:00.006Z

By MR MARTIN VEY1066 Squadron Civilian Committee--------------------------------------------------------Although Friday 28th May was the start of a bank holiday weekend, 36 cadets and more than 140 guests attended the 1066 (Hitchin) Squadron annual Awards Evening.The event provided both the opportunity to look back at achievements of the cadets over the past financial year and for a large number

1239 REVEL IN LAST-MINUTE RECRUITING CHALLENGE

2010-05-29T19:48:00.003Z

By FLT LT CLAIRE BULL---------------------------------------With just a few days’ notice, cadets from 1239 (Broxbourne and Hoddesdon) Squadron jumped at the opportunity to spend the weekend of the 15th and 16th May at Imperial War Museum Duxford staffing the Herts and Bucks Wing recruitment marquee.IWM Duxford celebrated the 70th anniversary of the Battle of Britain with a spectacular display by

HMS Belfast camp opportunity

2010-05-28T15:18:00.003Z

.Flight Lieutenant Brooks of 2370 (Denham) Sqn is organising a weekend camp in London on 3-4 July 2010, which includes the opportunity to overnight stay on HMS Belfast in the original naval mess decks.The weekend will also include visits to Wellington Barracks, The Guards Museum, a tour of HMS Belfast and culminate on Sunday afternoon with a trip to the Imperial War Museum. There are currently 10

WING EXERCISE 2010 - Pictures now available for download

2010-05-27T10:46:00.006Z

By FG OFF BEN WILKINSONWing Media and Communications Officer-----------------------------------------------------------------The 2010 Herts and Bucks Wing Exercise took place over the early May bank holiday weekend, with all 30 units represented.The event was won by 248 (Letchworth) Squadron, with 220 (St Albans) Squadron a close second and 57 (Potters Bar) Squadron in third.Senior Wing Staff

BUCKINGHAM BOYS HAVE THE HEART TO FUNDRAISE

2010-05-20T13:20:00.006Z

By FLT LT JAMES GILSON--------------------------------------------On Friday 7th May 2010 two cadets from 1563(Buckingham) Squadron set off on a 100km walk in aid of Cardiac Risk in the Young (CRY). Cadet Warrant Officer Alex Bowden and Cadet Sergeant Chris Gann set off from Upton-Upon-Seven in Worcestershire at 1550hrs. During the walk they made 10 rest stops of 10 minutes, and an additional five

AYLESBURY'S SATURDAY SUPERSTORE RAISES CASH FOR HEROES

2010-05-14T21:11:00.003Z

By FLT LT GEORGE FITCH--------------------------------------------A military charity has benefited from the hard work of cadets from 1365 (Aylesbury) Squadron, who spent the day at a local supermarket packing bags for shoppers.The group of cadets raised a total of £626.11 in the day of checkout action, donating the proceeds to Help For Heroes, which assists service personnel injured in action.The

AKROTIRI ACTION FOR WING GIRLS

2010-05-14T20:36:00.005Z

Special ReportBy CADET FLT SGT KATIE CUNNINGHAM, 1187 (Hemel Hempstead) Squadronand FLT SGT JENNY HAYWARD, 1113 (Berkhamsted) Squadron-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Every year the Royal Air Forces Association awards 10 cadets a fully funded expedition to RAF Akrotiri in Cyprus and this year we were both lucky enough to have been

NEW BOSS FOR BUCKINGHAM

2010-05-14T20:06:00.003Z

By FLT LT JAMES GILSON-------------------------------------------Wednesday 12th May 2010 saw the handover of command of 1563(Buckingham) Squadron.Flight Lieutenant Emily Bonhomme, who has been at 1563 sqn for 12 years, handed over the keys of the unit to Flt Lt James Gilson. Both previously Cadet Warrant Officers at the unit, albeit Flt Lt Gilson a few years earlier, in 1986!Presentations were

SPORTS TRIUMPH FOR HALTON

2010-05-06T10:19:00.002Z

Report: FG OFF BEN WILKINSONPictures: FLT LT GEORGE FITCH-----------------------------------------------------Young sportsmen and women from 2409 (Halton) Squadron tasted victory, as they won the 2010 Herts and Bucks Wing Sports Day.Cadets from the unit, based at RAF Halton, hopped skipped, jumped, ran and threw their way to success in the event at Dacorum sports track in Hemel Hempstead. As well

JOURNEY OF A LIFETIME FOR HITCHIN CADET

2010-04-28T19:45:00.004Z

By FLT LT ERICA VEY------------------------------------Flight Sergeant Henry Wisdom (aged 17) of 1066 (Hitchin) Squadron is on cloud nine after being informed that he is one of the lucky nine finalists in the 2010 CVQO Duke of Westminster Award. The award recognises the top cadets in the country undertaking a Btec qualification. As one of the winners he will be experiencing a three week fully

LEES INSPECTION HONOUR FOR 1066

2010-04-26T22:08:00.005Z

By FLT LT ERICA VEY------------------------------------For the third year running 1066 (Hitchin) squadron has had the honour of representing Hertfordshire & Buckinghamshire Wing at the Lees Inspection to find the best squadron in the Corps.After a busy year by 1066 squadron, the evening of Monday 19th April 2010 allowed its staff and cadets to display its achievements and work to the Regional

RAF SCHOLARSHIP FOR JENNY

2010-04-26T21:50:00.004Z

Special ReportBy FLT SGT JENNY HAYWARD1113 (Berkhamsted) Squadron--------------------------------------------------"Six months after my final interview for an RAF Sixth Form Scholarship, I have received confirmation that my application has been successful.The RAF holds an annual competition for the Sixth Form Scholarship Scheme. This scheme is aimed at individuals who wish to enter the RAF either

DF CELEBRATES NEW SQUADRON STATUS WITH 606

2010-04-15T09:50:00.007Z

By PLT OFF RUTH MASSIE----------------------------------------------Seven Cadets from 2313 (Beaconsfield) Detached Flight have been flown in a Puma helicopter, to celebrate their unit's success in qualifying to become a full Squadron.The group flew in a 230 Squadron RAF aircraft from RAF Benson to Salisbury Plain to see 606 (Chiltern) Squadron Royal Auxiliary Air Force in action on exercise.The

CWO HAS THE 'WILL' TO ENTER SANDHURST!

2010-04-15T09:39:00.002Z

Special ReportBy CWO WILLIAM BAYRAM---------------------------------------------“ I recently passed what can only be described as one of the toughest weeks I have ever experienced, both mentally and physically: The Army Officer Selection Board (AOSB).The selection process for Army Officers has three main parts. Initial interview, AOSB Briefing (2 ½ Days) and AOSB Main Board (4 Days). Having

MAKING THE HEADLINES AT HONINGTON

2010-04-14T10:28:00.006Z

Report: FG OFF BEN WILKINSON------------------------------------------------------ The home of the Royal Air Force Regiment, RAF Honington, provided the location for Central and East Region’s latest Media and Communications Training Weekend.The course, held over Saturday and Sunday, provided staff and cadets from across the Region with the skills and knowledge required to improve the public image

NO TIME TO SIT, HALTON'S GETTING FIT!

2010-04-01T14:58:00.005Z

By CADET DAN LEE--------------------------------- Cadet Dan Lee of 2409 (Halton) Squadron has opened a "Get Fit" team so that cadets on the unit have more of an advantage when attending Wing events that require physical fitness..It is hoped the initiative will boost 2409's chances at events such as the Wing Exercise at Longmoor and the Wing Overnight Exercise in the Halton area..The Get Fit team

FROM HIGHBURY TO BERKHAMSTED!

2010-03-30T20:29:00.003Z

By PLT OFF TRICIA WHELAN-----------------------------------On Sunday, Ashlyns School in Berkhamsted hosted a charity football match to raise funds for the BerkoAstro project and the Arsenal Charitable Trust. 1113 (Berkhamsted) Squadron, based on the grounds of Ashlyns School, were approached by the organisers of the event to provide marshalling and to sell programmes.In appreciation of their hard

CADET NOMINATED FOR COUNTY AWARD

2010-03-30T20:16:00.004Z

By FLT LT ERICA VEY---------------------------A cadet from 1066 (Hitchin) Squadron, who dedicates all her spare time to support local and now worldwide community projects, has been nominated for GlaxoSmithKline Hertfordshire Young People of the Year. Sixteen-year-old Corporal Holly Somerville, of Sturrock Way, has been nominated by her Commanding Officer Flight Lieutenant Erica Vey, in

HITCHIN'S HENRY IS A MAN OF WISDOM

2010-03-30T07:46:00.002Z

By FLT LT ERICA VEY------------------------------------Flight Sergeant Henry Wisdom from 1066 (Hitchin) Squadron ATC has been named as one of the top 21 cadets in the UK, having made it through to the last round of selection for the Duke of Westminster Award 2010.He is among young hopefuls competing for the highest accolade from CVQO (the Cadet Vocational Qualifications Organisation), as well as

Skill At Arms Weekend - Deadline

2010-03-17T13:42:00.004Z

The deadline for thefirst SAA Weekend is fast approaching.Just a reminder that the NEW completed application proforma must be returned to Plt Off Fievez, 248 (Letchworth) Sqn by no later than 01 April 2010. This can be sent by email to shootingadj@hbwing.orgALL information on the form is essential to make the correct selection of cadets for the weekend.Please indicate on the form if the nominated

Otmoot shooting opportunity - Sunday 28 March

2010-03-14T22:41:00.003Z

Herts & Bucks Wing continues to look for opportunities to take shooting forward and provide more and better opportunities for cadets. In January, the No.8 rifle was taken to Otmoor to see what it would be like shooting at 100 metres. All worked very well although the lack of noise was odd as we most frequently shoot the 7.62 target rifle at Otmoor.On Sunday 28 March, we are again taking the No.8

GOLD DofE AWARD FOR JOSH

2010-03-14T22:36:00.002Z

Special ReportBy CWO JOSH MAYE2532 (Milton Keynes) Squadron--------------------------------------23rd February was the end of my six-year trek to St James’s palace, London, as at long last I got to meet Commandant-in-Chief Air Cadets, the Duke of Edinburgh, HRH Prince Philip and collect my Gold certificate.The weather was typical expedition weather - wet and cold - but that did not spoil the

PROMOTION MEANS NEW MAN IN WING'S TOP TEAM

2010-03-08T11:51:00.003Z

By FG OFF BEN WILKINSONWing Media and Communications Officer-----------------------------------------------------------------Herts and Bucks Wing has a new member of its senior team, with the promotion to Squadron Leader of Iain Hutchinson.Squadron Leader Hutchinson, who until his promotion this week was the Flight Lieutenant in charge of the Wing Training and Development Team, joins existing

CADETS' ROYAL TIME AT 32 SQUADRON

2010-03-07T19:40:00.003Z

Special ReportBy CADET CPL ANDREW MURPHY-------------------------------------------------------During half-term break, 16 cadets from 1187 (Hemel Hempstead Sqn) visited RAF Northolt where 32 (The Royal) Squadron is based.It was an early start to the day but this did not affect the excitement within the group of the day ahead. We met at Queensway at 0730hrs with all our kit, ready to get on the

BIGGEST SHOOT YET GOES OFF WITH A BANG

2010-03-07T19:15:00.004Z

By FLT LT JAMES GILSONWing Shooting Officer-------------------------------------------This Saturday saw the biggest gathering of cadets from Herts and Bucks Wing for a Halton shoot.More than 140 cadets turned up to further their training. Initial Force Protection again allowed the use of their classrooms for lessons and weapons handling tests, both barrack ranges were in use as was the air rifle

AYLESBURY TAKE UP ARMS IN BATTLE OF BRITAIN

2010-03-05T17:09:00.006Z

By FLT LT JAMES GILSONWing Shooting Officer-------------------------------------------1365 (Aylesbury) Squadron made the second round of the Battle of Britain shooting competition and came 15th overall - a good result for the unit when a number of its keen firers were too old for this year's competition.The Battle of Britain competition is entered around August and the first round is shot in

2,000 MILES FOR MARCHING TEAM

2010-03-05T16:58:00.002Z

By FLT LT JEFF FUSEDALE---------------------------------------------One month in and following the three one-day Training Marches so far, 65 cadets & 10 staff from the Herts & Bucks Wing Marching Team have clocked up a combined total of 2,028 miles on the roads of West Herts to date. These cadets and staff participants come from 16 of the Wing’s 30 units.Pictured are cadets on last Sunday’s event

BURSARY SUCCESS FOR HALTON HIGH-FLYER

2010-03-05T16:34:00.004Z

By FG OFF BEN WILKINSONWing Media and Communications Officer-----------------------------------------------------------------A high flying cadet from Herts and Bucks Wing has received a valuable financial boost towards her university tuition fees after her achievements with the Air Training Corps won her a bursary.Cadet Warrant Officer Charlotte Hunt (aged 19) will receive £1,200 from the

LIFESAVING SKILLS FOR HITCHIN CADETS

2010-02-28T20:02:00.002Z

By FLT LT ERICA VEY------------------------------------Thirty–eight cadets and three staff members from 1066 (Hitchin) Squadron are now fully trained in emergency life support following completion of a ‘Heartstart’ course.Community Trainer Maggie Hackney and members of her team attached to the British Heart Foundation ran the course for personnel at the squadron for a total of three evenings in

SHOOTS YOU SIR: TRAINING DAY ATTRACTS BIGGEST EVER TURNOUT

2010-02-07T23:13:00.006Z

By FLT LT JAMES GILSON-------------------------------------------Herts and Bucks Wing has seen its largest turnout yet for a shooting day.130 cadets attended the Wing shoot at Halton on Saturday 6th February. Training was provided for nearly 40 cadets on the No.8 rifle and nine cadets on the L98-A2, the new cadet GP Rifle. In addition live firing was provided on the L98-A2 and for 70 cadets on

CADETS CONSERVE AT THE BUCKINGHAM SANDPIT

2010-02-03T16:13:00.014Z

By SQN LDR JERRY DAVIES----------------------------------------------Cadets from three Herts and Bucks units have worked together on a conservation project on land behind 1563 (Buckingham) Squadron’s headquarters.On Saturday 23rd January, Cadets from 1365 (Aylesbury) and 2409 (Halton) Squadrons joined those from 1563 to form a working party in support of the British Trust for Conservation

PRESENTATION SUCCESS FOR HITCHIN

2010-02-02T23:04:00.003Z

By FLT LT ERICA VEY------------------------------------An opportunity spotted by the Commanding Officer of 1066 (Hitchin) Squadron and some hard work by a handful of cadets has led to a lucky win.In late 2009, 1066 applied to enter the 2010 ‘Youth Spend’ event which is run by Hertfordshire County Council and offers local groups to bid for some funding for projects of their choice. The squadron

Breitling Air Race competition...

2010-01-29T15:09:00.000Z

Do you fancy spending a unique day as a technician with the Breitling Air Race Team? Air Cadet Magazine has once again teamed up with the Breitling team to offer one lucky cadet the chance to assist with one of the most important jobs in the race season.The PrizeYou will help the Team Technician Craig Andrew to dismantle and pack Nigel Lamb's unique MXS race plane and its traveling support

Microlight talk at Denham...

2010-01-25T18:14:00.002Z

.On Monday 1 February at 1945 hours, 2370 (Denham) Sqn ATC will host a talk by Rob Grimwood, the current microlight aircraft World Champion in the flexwing and the only pilot to have held World, European and National Championship titles at the same time in any particular microlight class.Rob, a Brunel University graduate in Mechanical Engineering with Aeronautics and a recipient of the Royal Aero

2010-01-07T14:11:00.000Z

Christmas Teaser... The answer is revealed

2010-01-07T13:54:00.004Z

. Flt Lt Hatton writes:Very well done CWO Cecil... Avro Vulcan it is!In the picture the skid is in the the red circle. It is actually XH558, the only airworthy Vulcan left- hence the fresh scrapes!I took the photos at RAF Lyneham on 8 Aug last year following its display and landing, where it remains for the winter. Look out for it this year- AWESOME!

Flt Lt Hatton's Christmas Teaser...

2009-12-25T10:32:00.003Z

.Flight Lieutenant Hatton writes: "Last year the Christmas Teaser featured the front end of a mystery craft. This year it is a rear end. I snapped this during the summer on one of our outings, it is the well-scraped tail skid of an aircraft."Post your answers in the comments box and award yourself a new badge for your anorak if you recognise it!"

2009-12-25T09:26:00.001Z

ULTIMATE REWARD FOR HARD WORK

2009-12-19T18:40:00.004Z

By FLT LT ERICA VEY------------------------------------With an early start on Thursday 17th December, it was a very special day for one lucky cadet from 1066 (Hitchin) Squadron. Cadet Oliver Martin (16) was selected to spend time at MOD Boscombe Down to experience the thrill of a flight in a Hawk T1 aircraft as a reward for his hard work and commitment to the squadron.Following a 0600hrs start on