Cancer Research Falkirk Race for Life 2022
Yesterday, some of the squadron’s cadets and staff were out in Callendar Park supporting the Falkirk Cancer Research UK Race for Life event. The cadets enjoyed interacting and encouraging the runners and walkers of the races and there are even rumours that some staff were spotted dancing to the warm-up music. Unfortunately, they stopped before... Read More
470’s FINEST FLYING HIGH!
Last week saw a welcome visit from the South East Scotland Wing, Deputy Wing Warrant Officer, WO Ryan McCotter. During his visit, he supported OC 470 Sqn, Flt Lt Colin Gray, in presenting various certificates/badges and promotions. We had: Applications of Space Technology Essential First Aid Radio Operator (blue) Shooting marksman badges And we’re delighted... Read More
Leuchars Station Training Weekend
Staff and cadets have just spend a busy, sunny weekend at Leuchars Station taking part in various training courses. Three senior cadet NCO’s completed the difficult and stressful Cadet Drill Trainer Course. Huge congratulations to FS Sim and Sgt’s Carnie and Hughes on completing the course. We look forward to continuing to make your mark within the... Read More
May 2022 Recruitment Intake
Our second recruitment intake of the year will take place on the evening off May 17th 2022 at 19.15hrs for any prospective cadets that are 12 years or older. If you would like to apply please contact us directly to secure a slot for the intake.
Huge congratulations to 470’s new Advanced Marksman.
Huge congratulations to 470’s new Advanced Marksman. Cadet FS Sim Cadet FS Gribben Cadet Sgt Carnie The first in Scotland & Northern Ireland Region! Well Done!
Sponsored 20K Walk
On Sunday 24th April, 470 (Falkirk) Squadron took part in a sponsored walk, following a 20 km circular route taking in two of the most iconic locations of the town. Starting from the squadron HQ in Bellsmeadow, staff and cadets headed towards The Helix and the world-famous Kelpies. The Kelpies are 30-meter-high horse-head sculptures depicting... Read More
St John’s Ambulance Essential First Aid Course
Congratulations to 5 of our cadets who successfully completed the St John’s Ambulance Essential First Aid course last week and were presented with their badges last night. A big well done to Cdt’s Pattinson, Finlay, McNiven, Gregory & Alexander. First Aid is just one of the useful life skills taught by the RAF Air Cadets.
Feb 2022 Recruitment Intake
Our first recruitment intake will take place on the evening off February 15th 2022 at 19.15hrs for any prospective cadets that are 12 years or older. If you would like to apply please contact us directly to secure a slot for the intake.
ICT21/02 Enrollment Evening
On Tuesday Feb 1st 2022, our Padre, Reverend Sarah Shaw enrolled our latest Initial Cadet Training Course, ICT 21/02. This marks the end of their basic cadet training and where they formally join the squadron. Welcome to 470 (Falkirk) Squadron and we wish you all well as you continue on your cadet journey. Unfortunately two... Read More
STEM Training
Last night, we issued our cadets two STEM challenges. The first half of the night, they were tasked to research paper aeroplane designs and come up with designs to fulfil 4 different criteria: longest flight by distance, longest flight by time, closest to a landing spot and longest flight by distance carrying a load of... Read More