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🎃 HAPPY HALLOWEEN 👻 We hope everyone has a great Halloween, whatever you’re doing today! Last night, our Senior NCOs hosted a Halloween games night, along with pizza, sweets and a fancy dress competition! A huge well done to Cadets Hunter,
🎃 HAPPY HALLOWEEN 👻 We hope everyone has a great Halloween, whatever you’re doing today! Last night, our Senior NCOs hosted a Halloween games night, along with pizza, sweets and a fancy dress competition! A huge well done to Cadets Hunter, Johnston and Hall who came first, second and third respectively! 🥇🥈🥉
This time last week, Cadets Hutchinson and Lee returned from a week-long camp at RAF Wittering, along with Sgt Terry. Like all good blues camps, our cadets got to experience various section visits across RAF Wittering and within the Cambridgeshire a
This time last week, Cadets Hutchinson and Lee returned from a week-long camp at RAF Wittering, along with Sgt Terry. Like all good blues camps, our cadets got to experience various section visits across RAF Wittering and within the Cambridgeshire area - but also got to develop new skills in air rifle shooting and paddle boarding! There were also plenty of activities in Lincolnshire too - meeting up with 2214’s service instructor at RAF Waddington and a trip to Newark Air Museum. Make sure to keep a look out for camp opportunities on Cadet Portal in the new year!
⛺️ RAF WITTERING AUTUMN CAMP 🍂 Two of our cadets are currently on camp at RAF Wittering in Cambridgeshire with one of our CFAVs! We can’t wait to give you a full update after they return home, but you can see what they get up to everyday on
⛺️ RAF WITTERING AUTUMN CAMP 🍂 Two of our cadets are currently on camp at RAF Wittering in Cambridgeshire with one of our CFAVs! We can’t wait to give you a full update after they return home, but you can see what they get up to everyday on our story… Here’s just a few highlights to show you what you’ve missed…
👨🏻‍🏫 NCO DEVELOPMENT DAY 👩🏻‍🏫 Last Saturday, SGT Terry, SGT Warwick and CI Johnston put our NCO Team through their paces as part of our bi-annual NCO development training. This particular weekend focused on collaborative working, comm
👨🏻‍🏫 NCO DEVELOPMENT DAY 👩🏻‍🏫 Last Saturday, SGT Terry, SGT Warwick and CI Johnston put our NCO Team through their paces as part of our bi-annual NCO development training. This particular weekend focused on collaborative working, communication and the importance of Flight Time, with a mix of classroom training, drill practice and a STEM session to keep everyone on their toes! Our staff and NCOs also held an open discussion hour, putting ideas together and gathering vital input on how we can continue to develop as a squadron. Well done team for your commitment to 2214 - we love to see it!
In recent weeks, some of our cadets were presented with their new classification badges, having successfully completed three online exams in three subjects! FIRST CLASS Cadet Atkinson Cadet Fenwick P Cadet Graham Cadet Haddock Cadet Hall Turnbull C
In recent weeks, some of our cadets were presented with their new classification badges, having successfully completed three online exams in three subjects! FIRST CLASS Cadet Atkinson Cadet Fenwick P Cadet Graham Cadet Haddock Cadet Hall Turnbull Cadet Walton LEADING CADET Cadet Akanbi-Inawo Cadet Carrahar A huge well done to all of you - keep working hard!
WE WILL REMEMBER THEM On Sunday, ten personnel from 2214 attended the Wing Battle of Britain parade at Durham Cathedral, recognising the 85th anniversary of the military campaign. We joined our colleagues from across Durham Northumberland Wing to a
WE WILL REMEMBER THEM On Sunday, ten personnel from 2214 attended the Wing Battle of Britain parade at Durham Cathedral, recognising the 85th anniversary of the military campaign. We joined our colleagues from across Durham Northumberland Wing to acknowledge and remember the lives lost with a service within the cathedral, followed by a march past around the cathedral green, reviewed by HM Lord Lieutenant of Durham, Dame Sue Snowdon. Photographs courtesy of CI Heightley @1507squadron and one of our fantastic parents.
It’s been a busy weekend for 2214… Firstly, on Saturday, 10 of our cadets were out in the community, spreading the light blue footprint and raising funds for the @raf.association Wings Appeal at the Washington Carnival in Albany Park.
It’s been a busy weekend for 2214… Firstly, on Saturday, 10 of our cadets were out in the community, spreading the light blue footprint and raising funds for the @raf.association Wings Appeal at the Washington Carnival in Albany Park. It was also a chance to get to meet the public, and of course, enjoy the carnival - great work!
Last week Cadets Bainbridge, Inawo and Lee took the first step on the leadership ladder and earned their blue leadership award - well done all!
Last week Cadets Bainbridge, Inawo and Lee took the first step on the leadership ladder and earned their blue leadership award - well done all!
🍔 BANK HOLIDAY BBQ ☀️ As our cadets prepare to get back to school, on Monday, we saw out the summer with a squadron BBQ! Our cadets and staff, along with friends and family, enjoyed a day of garden games in the sun along a buffet of barbecue food
🍔 BANK HOLIDAY BBQ ☀️ As our cadets prepare to get back to school, on Monday, we saw out the summer with a squadron BBQ! Our cadets and staff, along with friends and family, enjoyed a day of garden games in the sun along a buffet of barbecue food and sweet treats. After a busy summer of camps, courses and community working, it’s good to relax!
⭐️ THANK YOU ⭐️ On Thursday we held our second open evening of the year, showing potential new recruits just exactly #WhatWeDo Ahead of our next intake, we want to say thank you to everyone who made the evening a success - including Asda Community
⭐️ THANK YOU ⭐️ On Thursday we held our second open evening of the year, showing potential new recruits just exactly #WhatWeDo Ahead of our next intake, we want to say thank you to everyone who made the evening a success - including Asda Community Champion Eve and all our friends at @asda The Galleries in Washington - thanks for your donations to our open evening buffet!
In July, cadets and staff from 2214 visited our friends at 4Louis. 4Louis is a UK charity based in Pallion, Sunderland, committed to supporting those affected by child loss and miscarriage. Our cadets did their bit creating memory boxes filled with
In July, cadets and staff from 2214 visited our friends at 4Louis. 4Louis is a UK charity based in Pallion, Sunderland, committed to supporting those affected by child loss and miscarriage. Our cadets did their bit creating memory boxes filled with keepsakes to help families create lasting memories for their loved ones. An amazing day helping an amazing charity - well done everyone!
🌟 SQUADRON OPEN EVENING 🌟 Do you want to try something new this academic year? Fancy doing something different to stand out from the crowd? The RAF Air Cadets just might be for you! 2214 (Usworth) Squadron will once again be opening its doors to
🌟 SQUADRON OPEN EVENING 🌟 Do you want to try something new this academic year? Fancy doing something different to stand out from the crowd? The RAF Air Cadets just might be for you! 2214 (Usworth) Squadron will once again be opening its doors to potential new cadets and adult volunteers on 21 August - everyone is welcome to come along to find out more, while enjoying a cup of tea, a glass of squash and a biscuit! Contact us via e-mail at adj.2214@rafac.mod.gov.uk or visit our website www.2214squadronatc.co.uk for further information!
✈️ A WEEK IN WALES ⛺️ Yesterday, CDT Baxter, FS Rushton and SGT Terry returned after 6 days at RAF Valley in Anglesey. Home to some of the RAF’s most advanced fast jet pilot training, they enjoyed visits to different flying squadrons, surviva
✈️ A WEEK IN WALES ⛺️ Yesterday, CDT Baxter, FS Rushton and SGT Terry returned after 6 days at RAF Valley in Anglesey. Home to some of the RAF’s most advanced fast jet pilot training, they enjoyed visits to different flying squadrons, survival sections and of course making new friends! It was a first camp for CDT Baxter and FS Rushton took on the shared role of Camp IC, leading the cadets and NCO team during the stay! Watch this space for more updates from our cadets on camp this summer!
🏐 VOLLEYBALL AND VULCANS ✈️ Only at 2214 would you get to experience playing sports in front of RAF aircraft… On Thursday, our new Sports IC SGT Watson led a volleyball session at the North East Land, Sea and Air Museum, taking our cadets t
🏐 VOLLEYBALL AND VULCANS ✈️ Only at 2214 would you get to experience playing sports in front of RAF aircraft… On Thursday, our new Sports IC SGT Watson led a volleyball session at the North East Land, Sea and Air Museum, taking our cadets through a few warm-ups before going onto the rules and some techniques of the game. Of course, we then had to end the night with a few games of volleyball- if you look closely, you’ll see even the OC couldn’t keep away from it! With our new sports leaders, we’re looking forward to having plenty of sports sessions back at 2214 over the summer! Sound good? Our next open evening is soon approaching on 21 August. Get in touch to register your interest today!
👨🏻‍🏫 ANOTHER INSTRUCTOR AT 2214 🏆 Last night we said a huge well done to SGT Shaun Hair who passed his Method of Instruction assessment last week, earning his yellow lanyard. SGT Hair scored highly on his final assessment, demonstrating som
👨🏻‍🏫 ANOTHER INSTRUCTOR AT 2214 🏆 Last night we said a huge well done to SGT Shaun Hair who passed his Method of Instruction assessment last week, earning his yellow lanyard. SGT Hair scored highly on his final assessment, demonstrating some fantastic instructional techniques whilst setting an example with his enthusiasm and preparation - well done Sergeant!
✈️ AIR EXPERIENCE FLYING ✈️ Last week, three of our cadets attended 11 AEF at RAF Leeming for a spot of Air Experience Flying. CDT Inawo got to grips with the Grob Tutor for her first flight; a fantastic experience! Keep an eye out on Cadet Porta
✈️ AIR EXPERIENCE FLYING ✈️ Last week, three of our cadets attended 11 AEF at RAF Leeming for a spot of Air Experience Flying. CDT Inawo got to grips with the Grob Tutor for her first flight; a fantastic experience! Keep an eye out on Cadet Portal for future flying opportunities.
🏃🏼‍♀️ MEDALS GALORE 🏅 Yesterday, we saw out the month with a day at Monkton Stadium for the Inter-Squadron Athletics Competition! 13 of our fantastic cadets competed in various track & field events against our friends across Durham North
🏃🏼‍♀️ MEDALS GALORE 🏅 Yesterday, we saw out the month with a day at Monkton Stadium for the Inter-Squadron Athletics Competition! 13 of our fantastic cadets competed in various track & field events against our friends across Durham Northumberland Wing…and of course we came away with a few medals! SGT Watson 🥈 100 Metres CPL Callanan 🥈800 Metres 🥉 High Jump CDT Tetchner 🥉 High Jump CPL Brotherton, CDTs Carrahar, Hutchinson and Proud 🥈 U15 Girls 4x100 Metre Relay We’re proud of each and every cadet who made the effort to attend and give it their own on Saturday - Virtutem Probamus!
At the weekend, members of our Cadet NCO team took part in Durham Northumberland Wing’s AT Challenge. Taking on a day walk, as well as challenges in orienteering, first aid, archery and mountain biking, our NCOs gave their all and we are proud
At the weekend, members of our Cadet NCO team took part in Durham Northumberland Wing’s AT Challenge. Taking on a day walk, as well as challenges in orienteering, first aid, archery and mountain biking, our NCOs gave their all and we are proud of every single one of them - Good effort!
On Sunday, our cadets were volunteering in the community, helping out at the Sunderland City Run. 11 of our cadets were joined by members of the police cadets, working together to provide water, isotonic drinks and glucose to the participants as the
On Sunday, our cadets were volunteering in the community, helping out at the Sunderland City Run. 11 of our cadets were joined by members of the police cadets, working together to provide water, isotonic drinks and glucose to the participants as they passed by on their way down Sunderland Marina. Well done to all our cadets on a hard days work!
On Tuesday, we said a huge well done to Corporal Purvis who earned her first set of chevrons! A shining example to her peers, CPL Purvis has embodied our squadron values through her cadet career - we can’t wait to see what she gets up to next!
On Tuesday, we said a huge well done to Corporal Purvis who earned her first set of chevrons! A shining example to her peers, CPL Purvis has embodied our squadron values through her cadet career - we can’t wait to see what she gets up to next!
🎃 HAPPY HALLOWEEN 👻 We hope everyone has a great Halloween, whatever you’re doing today! Last night, our Senior NCOs hosted a Halloween games night, along with pizza, sweets and a fancy dress competition! A huge well done to Cadets Hunter, This time last week, Cadets Hutchinson and Lee returned from a week-long camp at RAF Wittering, along with Sgt Terry. Like all good blues camps, our cadets got to experience various section visits across RAF Wittering and within the Cambridgeshire a ⛺️ RAF WITTERING AUTUMN CAMP 🍂 Two of our cadets are currently on camp at RAF Wittering in Cambridgeshire with one of our CFAVs! We can’t wait to give you a full update after they return home, but you can see what they get up to everyday on 👨🏻‍🏫 NCO DEVELOPMENT DAY 👩🏻‍🏫 Last Saturday, SGT Terry, SGT Warwick and CI Johnston put our NCO Team through their paces as part of our bi-annual NCO development training. This particular weekend focused on collaborative working, comm In recent weeks, some of our cadets were presented with their new classification badges, having successfully completed three online exams in three subjects! FIRST CLASS Cadet Atkinson Cadet Fenwick P Cadet Graham Cadet Haddock Cadet Hall Turnbull C WE WILL REMEMBER THEM On Sunday, ten personnel from 2214 attended the Wing Battle of Britain parade at Durham Cathedral, recognising the 85th anniversary of the military campaign. We joined our colleagues from across Durham Northumberland Wing to a It’s been a busy weekend for 2214… Firstly, on Saturday, 10 of our cadets were out in the community, spreading the light blue footprint and raising funds for the @raf.association Wings Appeal at the Washington Carnival in Albany Park. Last week Cadets Bainbridge, Inawo and Lee took the first step on the leadership ladder and earned their blue leadership award - well done all! 🍔 BANK HOLIDAY BBQ ☀️ As our cadets prepare to get back to school, on Monday, we saw out the summer with a squadron BBQ! Our cadets and staff, along with friends and family, enjoyed a day of garden games in the sun along a buffet of barbecue food ⭐️ THANK YOU ⭐️ On Thursday we held our second open evening of the year, showing potential new recruits just exactly #WhatWeDo Ahead of our next intake, we want to say thank you to everyone who made the evening a success - including Asda Community In July, cadets and staff from 2214 visited our friends at 4Louis. 4Louis is a UK charity based in Pallion, Sunderland, committed to supporting those affected by child loss and miscarriage. Our cadets did their bit creating memory boxes filled with 🌟 SQUADRON OPEN EVENING 🌟 Do you want to try something new this academic year? Fancy doing something different to stand out from the crowd? The RAF Air Cadets just might be for you! 2214 (Usworth) Squadron will once again be opening its doors to ✈️ A WEEK IN WALES ⛺️ Yesterday, CDT Baxter, FS Rushton and SGT Terry returned after 6 days at RAF Valley in Anglesey. Home to some of the RAF’s most advanced fast jet pilot training, they enjoyed visits to different flying squadrons, surviva 🏐 VOLLEYBALL AND VULCANS ✈️ Only at 2214 would you get to experience playing sports in front of RAF aircraft… On Thursday, our new Sports IC SGT Watson led a volleyball session at the North East Land, Sea and Air Museum, taking our cadets t 👨🏻‍🏫 ANOTHER INSTRUCTOR AT 2214 🏆 Last night we said a huge well done to SGT Shaun Hair who passed his Method of Instruction assessment last week, earning his yellow lanyard. SGT Hair scored highly on his final assessment, demonstrating som ✈️ AIR EXPERIENCE FLYING ✈️ Last week, three of our cadets attended 11 AEF at RAF Leeming for a spot of Air Experience Flying. CDT Inawo got to grips with the Grob Tutor for her first flight; a fantastic experience! Keep an eye out on Cadet Porta 🏃🏼‍♀️ MEDALS GALORE 🏅 Yesterday, we saw out the month with a day at Monkton Stadium for the Inter-Squadron Athletics Competition! 13 of our fantastic cadets competed in various track & field events against our friends across Durham North At the weekend, members of our Cadet NCO team took part in Durham Northumberland Wing’s AT Challenge. Taking on a day walk, as well as challenges in orienteering, first aid, archery and mountain biking, our NCOs gave their all and we are proud On Sunday, our cadets were volunteering in the community, helping out at the Sunderland City Run. 11 of our cadets were joined by members of the police cadets, working together to provide water, isotonic drinks and glucose to the participants as the On Tuesday, we said a huge well done to Corporal Purvis who earned her first set of chevrons! A shining example to her peers, CPL Purvis has embodied our squadron values through her cadet career - we can’t wait to see what she gets up to next!