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After finishing their airmanship studies, a group of our Cadets had the exciting opportunity to visit the Southend Air Traffic Control Tower on Monday evening. While enjoying the impressive views across the airfield, the Cadets were given a detailed insight into the world of air traffic control. The ATC staff shared their knowledge on career…

We are proud to announce that Cadet Warrant Officer (CWO) Parker has been named Essex Wing’s Top Cadet and has been selected as the Wing’s nominee for the prestigious Dacre Sword Award. He was presented with his award earlier this month at the Essex Wing Awards Evening, recognising his outstanding achievements and dedication to the…

Last Sunday, our Cadets had the exciting opportunity to go gliding at RAF Kenley. The day started with overcast weather, but after completing the necessary training, they were taken on a tour of the hangar, all the while hoping the cloud base would lift enough for the flights to go ahead. By around 11am, the…

Last weekend, three teams of enthusiastic Cadets took part in their first DofE expedition training weekend at Belchamps. The weekend was packed with activities to prepare them for their upcoming challenge, and they got stuck into learning key skills like campcraft, navigation, food and nutrition, equipment management, first aid, and teamwork. Alongside all the practical…

Recently, our Cadets spent time in the sunshine, once again supporting the One Love Community Project for their DofE. They sorted donated clothes, prepared snack packs, packed emergency clothing, deep-cleaned service areas, and even had a few Cadets who are Vinted experts putting clothes up for sale. The Cadets who participated shared that they enjoy…

After several cancellations due to bad weather, we were finally able to get eight cadets in the air at 7 AEF, RAF Cranwell. This was the first flying experience for them, making it a memorable day. They had the chance to take in the views from the cockpit, and some even got to experience aerobatics,…

Cadets from the squadron tested their skills last Tuesday during a session at Rockhub Indoor Climbing. The evening introduced them to the basics of climbing, including technique, efficient movement, and problem-solving on the wall. One of the toughest sections was the overhang, which required a mix of strength and strategy to navigate. With support from…

Cadets from across Essex Wing have demonstrated their commitment to personal and professional development by working towards a BTEC Level 2 Diploma in Teamwork and Personal Development in the Community, delivered by Cadet Vocational College. The training session, hosted by us in our Squadron HQ , brought together our cadets as well as cadets from…

Recently, our cohort of cadets working towards their Leading Cadet classification had the opportunity to put their basic navigation skills into practice at Cherry Orchard Jubilee Country Park. Under the guidance of the squadron’s Adventure Training Team, cadets worked in small groups to develop their map-reading abilities, including map setting, micro-navigation, and group management. The…

Last Saturday, a dedicated group of our cadets once again gave up their time to support the One Love Project by sorting clothes and preparing special Mothers Day gift packages. Their efforts will help make a real difference to those in need within our community. The One Love Project is a Southend-based charity that provides…