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Introduction to 150 Squadron
Welcome to the web site of 150 (City of Oxford) Squadron Air Training Corps (ATC), the area’s largest and best equipped Cadet Unit. We are a large and friendly squadron run by a dedicated staff team. Unlike some other youth organisations we have high standards and expect a lot from our cadets… we give a lot in return though… For more information take a look at our prospectus, fill in the joining form or pay us a visit.
Have you got what it takes?
If so we’ll see you on the parade square!
Air Training Corps Aims
We run and active and demanding program of activities in accordance with the three core aims of the ATC:
- To promote and encourage among young people a practical interest in aviation and the Royal Air Force.
- To provide training which will be useful in both the Services and civilian life.
- To foster the spirit of adventure and develop qualities of leadership and good citizenship.
Sqn Ldr Garrett and the Berlin Airlift
CI Scott told us about the events that divided Berlin and Germany for nearly fifty years following the Second World War (Link). We were lucky enough to be able to find someone who actually flew during the Airlift which supplied Germany during 1948-1949. Sqn Ldr Garrett was a Dakota pilot and he came to tell us of his first hand experiences. (Ed.)
Last Updated on Sunday, 23 May 2010 20:10
Bernwood Forest Walk 2010
Each year we offer a day opportunity for our Jr Cdts to learn IET and map reading in a practical environment. Older cadets are also invited to take part to brush-up their skills in anticipation of the Expedition Season. We invite a more senior cadet to come and help teach, since this provides an opportunity to exercise leadership and instruction in the field. So it was that Cdt Jess Perks took the lead as eight other cadets arrived at our HQ at 0730. Now that Plt Off Christlieb has a Wing job, he invited staff from Banbury and Abingdon to join us – that way we make bridges and people get a chance to see how we train in the field. The nine cadets were split into three groups and got on with route cards before setting off on the short journey to Bernwood. (Ed.)
Last Updated on Sunday, 16 May 2010 14:44
Search and Rescue Expedition
This feature covers the six days of our trip to Cornwall. This trip was triggered by our strong tradition of expedition training. Many of our cadets have been taught first aid. They know that an accident while on expedition could require evacuation from areas that are inaccessible. Even the Chilterns and Cotswolds are not completely ambulance friendly. On a gold expedition, in wild country, specialist equipment is required and this often means calling on air support. Cornwall contains some major Search & Rescue facilities including RNAS Culdrose, the RNLI and the Coastguard global coordination centre at Falmouth. In addition, the area is home to an outstanding area of wild country (Dartmoor), some of Britain’s most spectacular coastlines, and one of Britain’s most successful millennium projects (The Eden Project). Last Updated on Sunday, 23 May 2010 19:46
Plt Off Christlieb RAFVR(T)
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