This Sunday, Oakington Squadron attended the Bedfordshire and Cambridgeshire annual athletics and competed bearing the squadron number proudly on their chests. We partook in as many events as we possibly could, resulting in two gold medals in javelin and shot-put from Cadet Gaishun. The event itself is perfect to make and meet friends from all around the wing, as you cheer on your respective squadrons. Corporal Baxter explains: “I reconnected with a large number of my flight

On Saturday 21 April 2018, myself and Cadet Lindsay arrived at RAF Wyton at 08.45 eager to learn more about what our day on the Flight Simulators would hold. We were met at the Main Gate by Flight Lieutenant Salter who escorted us onto the base. Our morning consisted of the theory of flying (a Vigilant Motor Glider) and the basics of how aircraft work. After learning the theory, we were taught how to take off land successfully, as well as undertake general manoeuvres. All of

Having arrived prepared for another arduous weekend, especially considering the weather last month, we were all pleasantly surprised by the 16° weather sunshine and refreshing breeze which greeted us on our 7th Training March. Despite this train march being the longest one yet (25 miles on both days), it passed far too quickly. We walked 25 miles on both days around the Huntingdon area. The walking conditions were good, although we did get stuck in the mud along some of the

2018 marks the 100th Anniversary of the foundation of the Royal Air Force and throughout the year many events will take place around the UK to celebrate the foundation of the worlds 1st independent Air Force. Watch out for details of celebrations in your area. To learn more about the history of the RAF click on this link... https://www.raf.mod.uk/raf100/timeline/