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Issue 4– March 2013
Find out what’s happening at 1982 (Huyton) Squadron in our quarterly newsletter
1982 (Huyton) Squadron McCarthy House
The Park / Rydal Road Huyton
Liverpool
www.1982.org.uk
Nineteen
A Squadron First!A Squadron First!
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Squadron First ! Qualified Aerospace Instructor Cadet Cadet Sergeant Jack Lynch (17yrs) from 1982 (Huyton) Squadron Air Cadets, has become the first ev-
er cadet from the squadron to complete the challenging and highly sought-after, Qualified Aerospace
Instructors Course (QAIC) held at RAF Linton-on-Ouse,
North Yorkshire.
The course, which requires serious commitment from
the cadets, qualifies its graduates to operate the flight
simulators and other equipment that are used by the Air
Cadet Regional Activity Centres; this covers everything
from Aerodynamics and Pilot Studies to Air Traffic Con-
trol and Personal Development.
Jack began the course in September 2012 and since then has dedicated many weekends to QAIC
training; he commented “I have attended a lot of courses during my cadet career however the QAI
Course was by far the best! I highly recommend it and can’t wait to pass my newly gained knowledge
on to the other cadets.”
Jack can now wear his blue lanyard and begin
passing on all he has learnt by delivering lec-
tures for the BTEC Certificate in Aviation Stud-
ies and running the squadron's flight simulator.
Flight Lieutenant Sarah Vose, Officer Com-
manding 1982 (Huyton) Squadron, comment-
ed, “I congratulate Sergeant Lynch on gaining
this prestigious qualification, he has demon-
strated a huge commitment to the course and
his own personal development. I am looking forward to seeing him put his new skills into action at the
Squadron, to the benefit of all of our cadets.”
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First Aid Requalification Three members of staff from 1982 (Huyton) Squadron have recently updated their first aid training and
requalified as Youth First Aid Trainers and Assessors.
Flying Officer Neil Osborne, Sergeant Greg Jennings and Civilian Instructor Chris Power attended the
Activity First Aid course held at 1982 (Huyton) Squadrons Headquarters in February.
The course covered everything the adult staff could possibly encounter during activities and expedi-
tions, this included burns, breaks, head injuries and hypothermia, to touch on but a few of the topics
covered during the weekend long course.
Flying Officer Neil Osborne commented “First Aid is an important skill for both staff and cadets, with this
qualification we can not only instruct the cadets in basic first aid but should the need arise, have the
skills to save a life.”
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Risk Assessed
Yet another qualification is in store for the cadets at 1982 (Huyton) Squadron, as two members of staff
successfully complete the ELA Hazard Awareness Volunteer Tutor Course.
Pilot Officer Ian Raynor and Sergeant Greg Jennings both
successfully completed the course ran at RAF Woodvale, ena-
bling them to tutor cadets in the Entry Level Award in Hazard
Awareness Qualification.
Alongside this they also completed the Risk Assessment Com-
petency Course which will enable them to assist the Squadron
Health and Safety Officer and other staff in completing thor-
ough risk assessments prior to training activities.
Sergeant Greg Jennings commented, “This is a really good
qualification for the cadets to achieve, it promotes awareness
of Health & Safety and can be completed by new members of the squadron within their first few nights.”
He continued “It is also something that in the future will look good on their CV!”
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Netball Success
On Sunday 27th January a team of 9 cadets from 1982 (Huyton) Squadron Air Cadets took part in the
first sporting competition of the New Year, the Merseyside Wing, Inter-Squadron Netball Competition,
held at Leasowe Leisure Center, Wirral.
The team consisting of Cadets Emily Ballard, Stephanie
Campbell, Elisha McGrath , Ella McGrath, Poppy Hearn,
Lauren Wilkinson and Corporals Sophie Grimes, Holly
Ryan and Lauren Igglesden performed exceptionally, go-
ing into the semi-finals with 3 wins, 1 draw and 1 loss
under their belts.
The semi-final however would not be an easy one, as
the team from 1982 took on the team from 146 (Northwich) Squadron, who had shown great promise
and skill during the play offs.
Nevertheless the team from 1982 did not let this discourage them and they stepped up to the match
with the same gusto as that of the previous engagements, just losing out on a place in the final after a
fast paced match.
Squadron Sports Officer, Miss Emma Roberts, commented on the day’s events, “Today was a success-
ful day for the team from Huyton; they gave 100% and came away with 3rd place, what a great result to
start the New Year off!”
A Visit from Merseyside Police
1982 (Huyton) Squadron was recently privileged to a visit from Merseyside Police, who talked to the
cadets about the role they play in the community and answered all of the burning questions the cadets
had.
During the presentation there was even time for them to demonstrate to the cadets what happens when
a driver, in this case Sergeant Knowles, is suspected of being intoxicated while in control of a vehicle.
Needless to say Sergeant Knowles was completely sober and passed the test with flying colours, even
if his estimation of 30 seconds passing was slightly off.
Overall the cadets thoroughly enjoyed the evening and gained some valuable knowledge about the po-
lice and what they do after all its not just about giving out speeding tickets!
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Wing Adventure Training Exercise 2013 A team of four cadets from 1982 (Huyton) Squadron ATC has recently taken part in the Merseyside
Wing Adventure Training Exercise (WATEx) held
at Capel Curig, North Wales.
The WATEx which is held annually challenges all
30 squadrons in the Merseyside Wing to com-
pete in various adventure training activities, this
year 18 teams attended and took part in Climb-
ing, Kayaking, Archery, Mountain Biking and
Navigation Exercises to name but a few.
The team, which consisted of Flight Sergeant
Scott Gibson, Corporal Jack Paterson, Cadet Joe Nugent and Cadet Ryan Taylor-Smith, worked hard
during the weeks leading up to the exercise and using their
knowledge and experience in the AT field excelled in both the
Climbing and Kayaking events as well as the Navigation Exercise
and Navigation Exam.
Overall the team from 1982 (Huyton) Squadron came 6th in Mer-
seyside Wing and is already planning training for next year’s com-
petition!
Deputy Wing AT Officer and Competition Organiser, Flying Officer
Neil Osborne, commented, “As always there was some tough com-
petition at this year’s WATEx, the team from 1982 worked very
hard and gained a respectable position as a result.”
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Word Search—Cadet Ranks
Can you find them all?
Packing for the Pounds
Over the festive season a dedicated team of young men and women from 1982 (Huyton) Squadron
Royal Air Force Air Cadets, have busied themselves not with Christmas shopping and sales but with
fundraising, for their local branch of the Royal Air Force Association.
The contingent from Huyton Squadron tire-
lessly and courteously packed the bags of
customers at ASDA in Huyton, in an effort to
raise funds for this very deserving cause.
The RAF Association is an organisation
committed to supporting the RAF Family,
whether currently serving, or former-serving,
in a wide range of ways, delivering help and
support where it is needed.
When the total was announced it was evident how successful this festive fundraiser had been, with the
total amount of £1049.47 being raised for the Royal Air Force Association.
Squadron Warrant Officer, Edd Vose commented “I must thank the cadets and staff that attended the
bag pack and worked hard to raise this staggering amount, the RAFA provides a lot of support to the
squadron, including the use of their club function room for our events.” he continued “I must also thank
Huyton ASDA for allowing us to fundraise and the general public for their exceptional generosity.”
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Air Cadets Take-off with RAFA Wings Lotto – Now You Can Enter…
Now, for the first time ever, members and supporters of the ACO over the age
of 16 are able to enter the Lotto, with 10% of the money from each ticket pur-
chased going to a squadron of each player’s choice.
And the good news is it couldn’t be easier to enter…
RAFA have kindly created a dedicated easy to use Air Cadet Webpage, allow-
ing members and supporters to sign-up. A box to enter the squadron of your
choice is included on the web page, which ensures your chosen unit will benefit.
To visit the page and sign-up to the Lotto, which will allow you to play for prizes
up-to £1,000 per week and possible rollover prizes of up-to £10,000, please visit
the following Air Cadet sign-up page:
https://www.securecollections.com/dd/rafa/details.asp?cadet=y
Or search the web for “Air Cadets Wings Lotto” and support ACO Squadron
1982 HUYTON