The Squadron will Stand Down on Friday the 19th August.
We will Parade as normal the following Monday 22nd August
OC 2358 (Ferndown) Sqn
Plt Off K Haywood
The planned visit to the beach on Monday 8th August is postponed due to unforseen issues.
The Squadron will Parade as usual in Sports Kit
I apologise for any inconvenience caused.
OC 2358 (Ferndown) Sqn
Plt Off K Haywood
I would like to extend my sincere gratitude to the Cadets that supported Raffle Ticket Selling over the weekend.
Together we raised an excellent figure of £333.78, this money goes to the purchase of equipment used by the Squadron to deliver its varied activities.
Once again thank you very much
OC 2358 (Ferndown) Sqn
Plt Off K Haywood
Cdt’s are invited to apply for:
Eligibility criteria are as follows:
a. At least 16 years of age on 02 Sep 16
b. Under 19 years of age on the 01 Oct 16
c. Master Cadet
d. Grade C GCSE (actual or predicted) in Maths and English
e. Able to access an internet connection and have an email address
f. Have a keen interest in aerospace subjects
g. Be willing to use the QAI qualification to instruct at squadron, wing and regional activities
h. Be able to meet the £200 cost of the course from personal or squadron funds
The course will be operated from two separate centres; RAF Linton on Ouse and MOD Boscombe Down. Candidates will be allocated to either Linton or Boscombe Down according to the shortest travelling time. Both centres operate to the same training materials and deliver the same learning outcomes.
Candidates should give due consideration to their ability to travel by train on Friday afternoon and Sunday afternoon during course weekend dates before submitting an application.
Suitable applicants will be invited to attend a selection weekend at either RAF Linton on Ouse or MOD Boscombe Down during the weekend 02-04 Sep 16 (cost £10). The selection weekend will comprise:
a. 5 minute presentation using PowerPoint (applicants should prepare a presentation on a subject of their choice)
b. Interview
c. RAF and CCF/ATC knowledge quiz (applicants should have a general knowledge of the structure and of the CCF/ATC and the aircraft, locations and operations of the RAF)
d. Command tasks
e. Flight Simulator test (no previous knowledge required)
f. Air Traffic Simulator test (no previous knowledge required)
OC 2358 (Ferndown) Sqn
Plt Off K haywood
The following Cadets have been selected to represent Dorset & Wiltshire Wing ATC, at the Inter-Wing Athletics Competition, to be held at Tidworth Oval on Sunday 5th Jun
In the first instance the Cadets named above should confirm asap that they plan to attend the event, by email or during the next Parade Evening.
Transport will be arranged, further Joining Instructions will follow.
Cadets should be aware that placing first or second in their event may qualify them to represent the Region on Saturday 25th June at RAF Cosford.
OC 2358 Sqn
Plt Off K Haywood