1119 (Shrewsbury) Sqn Atc

Congrats to all the West Mercian Wing ATC cadets and staff who completed RAFWARMA this weekend! Particularly to FS Howard who completed it for his second time! Well Done FS Howard fantastic achievement! #whatwedo #onefootinfrontoftheother

The Easter break saw 5 of 1119s cadets spending 5 days in Snowdonia. With one cadet undertaking training for a planned expedition to Switzerland later this year, and 4 completing their Gold DofE expedition.
All 4 members of the squadrons Gold DofE team completed their expedition 😊
All saw fantastic weather and amazing views as they trekked around such a beautiful part of Wales. The cadets even got a surprise visit from Commandant Air Cadets as she visited Snowdonia to train f...or the upcoming Switzerland trip!
Well done all!
#WhatWeDo #exped #trek #compass #map #DofE #SuccessThroughDedication #Snowdonia #Wales
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This week Sgt Amelia Evans has been on the selection week for the CVQO Duke of Westminster Award in Somerset! She looks like shes had a fantastic time and fingers crossed for the Top 10!
Well Done Sgt Evans!!! We are all very proud of you!
“Success Through Dedication!!”
... #whatwedo #dukeofwestminster West Mercian Wing ATC West Midland RFCA Wales & West Air Cadets
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CWO Smith and Cdt McPartland are having a great time at the RAFAC National Choir!! #whatwedo #singyouheartsout

What a busy few days!!
As well as PTT at MOD Stafford yesterday we also had 5 cadets at the West Mercian Wing ATC Skills Weekend!
2 cadets successfully passed their JNCO Course and 1 the SNCO course! Very much looking forward to seeing Their course reports!
... Well Done to Cdt Stokes who successfully passed the Bronze Radio Operator Award
And Cpl Buckmire, passed his weapons handling test on the L98A2 and fired on the DCCT for the first time.
Then cadets we also had the pleasure of presenting lots of badges!
8 cadets were presented with their Blue Leadership Badges
1 cadet was presented their First Class Badges and 2 cadets leading badges!
2 Blue wing and a Bronze marksmanship badge!!
Well Done Everyone!! Thoroughly Deserved!!
“SUCCESS THROUGH DEDICATION!!!”
#whatwedo #successthroughdedication #badgesgalore
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Congratulations to all those that went to 633 AGS today to complete their ATP. 2 Bronze packages completed one set of wings awarded and 9 Blue completed all will be their wings once they complete their first flight in the next couple of months.
FS Andrew even got a little go 👨‍✈️
Thanks to all the staff at 633 for having us today!!

1119 is Recruiting Cadets and Staff! Read this information and get in touch!!

Please read the following information and get in touch by emailing adj.1119@aircadets.org
Join as a cadet So, are you ready to take the first step towards all the opportunities and benefits that the air cadets can offer you?
... It's important to know that we're not a recruiting organisation for the Services (but it's great if you decide you want to join later on). We're not interested in anything but you and your potential, and will help you get the most from your experience as a cadet.
Worried about fitting in? Equality is a central part of the Air Cadets’ ethic. The cadet experience is open to everyone, so whatever your nationality, background or ability, whether you're male or female, if you're between 13, or at age 12 when beginning school year 8 (England & Wales) 17 years old you can join us.
The maximum age for entry is 17 years old, therefore you can request to join us anytime between your 12th (and in year 8) and 17th birthday. If you are above that age group and still want to enjoy all of our activities and more, you could join as a volunteer. Find out more Email adj.1119@aircadets.org
What's in it for you? Aside from flying, sports, target shooting, adventure training and great fun? You’ll soon find that being an air cadet is its own reward - you constantly see the benefits of your own efforts, building on your achievements and earning BTECs and DoE Awards. You'll be expected to take part in as many of the activities we run as possible, but with what's on offer you won't need much persuading!
We have high standards to maintain as we are a 'military' youth organisation and you'll naturally take pride in your uniform (we supply that) and appearance. You'll be well mannered and self-disciplined. You'll be joining an organisation of which you’ll be very proud.
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Don’t worry if you missed the recruitment evening last week! There’s still time to join before we close the recruitment window...
Get in touch if you are interested!! Either message through this page or email adj.1119@aircadets.org
Please like and share!!! ... #whatwedo #ventureadventure #successthroughdedication
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Tonight is our New Recruit Evening has a read of the information in the event and pop and email to adj.1119@aircadets.org to confirm attendance
Don’t worry if you can’t make it, pop us an email or a message anyway and we can arrange for you to pop in and see us separately!
The Squadron also has a band; if there’s any budding young musicians that would be keen to develop their music further alongside all the other fantastic opportunities and activities on offer be sure to come along!

Please read the following information and confirm your attendance by emailing adj.1119@aircadets.org
Join as a cadet So, are you ready to take the first step towards all the opportunities and benefits that the air cadets can offer you?
... It's important to know that we're not a recruiting organisation for the Services (but it's great if you decide you want to join later on). We're not interested in anything but you and your potential, and will help you get the most from your experience as a cadet.
Worried about fitting in? Equality is a central part of the Air Cadets’ ethic. The cadet experience is open to everyone, so whatever your nationality, background or ability, whether you're male or female, if you're between 13, or at age 12 when beginning school year 8 (England & Wales) 17 years old you can join us.
The maximum age for entry is 17 years old, therefore you can request to join us anytime between your 12th and 17th birthday. If you are above that age group and still want to enjoy all of our activities and more, you could join as a volunteer. Find out more Email oc.1119@aircadets.org
What's in it for you? Aside from flying, sports, target shooting, adventure training and great fun? You’ll soon find that being an air cadet is its own reward - you constantly see the benefits of your own efforts, building on your achievements and earning BTECs and DoE Awards. You'll be expected to take part in as many of the activities we run as possible, but with what's on offer you won't need much persuading!
We have high standards to maintain as we are a 'military' youth organisation and you'll naturally take pride in your uniform (we supply that) and appearance. You'll be well mannered and self-disciplined. You'll be joining an organisation of which you’ll be very proud.
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Yesterday, on the anniversary of the formation of the Royal Air Force, 1119 Squadron joined Shrewsbury branch of the RAF Association in an annual act of remembrance at Shrewsbury War Graves #WeWillRememberThem

This evening we have been supporting the Royal Air Force Football Team with cadets from across West Mercian Wing ATC; as they took on the Royal Navy at Shrewsbury Town in the Inter-Services Cup Game!
The RAF were superb and after going 1 nil down in the first 10 mins fought back immediately to equalise and go on to win 4-1!!!
The Squadron Band also performed as well before and at half time to provide some entertainment to the supporters present at the game! And did a fantas...tic job!!
#whatwedo #itscominghome
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https://www.shrewsburytown.com/news/2019/ march/raf-v-rn/…

Congratulations to CWO Smith who was presented with a BTEC Level 2 Diploma in Music for Practical Performance this evening, and to Cpl Caden who was presented with his Bronze DofE certificate!!
#quals #CVQO #BTEC #skill #expedition #volunteering #physical

Fantastic day with West Mercian Wing ATC today at the Wales & West Air Cadets Junior Netball and U14 Boys 5-a-side competitions! We had Cdt Underwood in the Netball team and Cdts Ward, Bowen, Whicker and Hamilton-Taylor in the 5-a-side team!
Both teams were exceptional both winning overall and bringing home the trophies unbeaten all day! And the boys not conceding a single goal!!
Regional Commandant Wales and the West even photobombed the wing photo at the end!!
... 🏆 🏆 🥇 🥇
#whatwedo #sportonsunday OC West Mercian Wing #strivetoachieve #successthroughdedication
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Today we are supporting West Mercian Wing ATC manning a recruitment stand in the Armed Forces Fan Park at Shrewsbury Town!
If your coming to the game later pop and say hello!!! #whatwedo #SALOP

‪Also well done to CWO Smith who today escorted the Shropshire Lord Lieutenant at the @hsshropshire Legal Service! #whatwedo #cadetsinthecommunity‬

Busy Sunday this weekend!
Unfortunately due to the weather flying was cancelled with 8 AEF; but we had two other events too!
The CO spent the day at the West Mercian Wing ATC Commanding Officer’s Annual Conference; with some engaging topics throughout the day!
... And a Big Well Done to the Girls 5aSide team who today won the West Mercian Wing Inter-Squadron 5-a-Side tournament! Bringing home the gold medals 🏅 just a week after the Under 14 Boys did the same!
Well done to Cdt Maxwell and Sgt Thomas who were selected for the Wing Team and FS Jones who was selected as a non-travelling Reserve!
“Success Through Dedication!!!”
#whatwedo #sportonsunday
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Without a doubt the best thing I did as a child!! Made some amazing friends many of whom I am still friends with now 13 years after I left! I made it to the rank of flight sergeant. Represented my squadron at many sporting events at multiple levels, flew a helicopter had the most incredible time on camps even visited Cyprus for 2 weeks!! Really wish time could have stayed still the Air cadets was such a huge part of me!! Discipline, respect yet so much fun! Incredible memories never to be forgotten!! Can’t wait to be in a position to go back ask staff!!!