Congratulations to our two newest Cadet Warrant Officers from 422 (Corby) Squadron, following successful interview with Wing Commander Wilson. The first cadet promoted is Cadet Warrant Officer King, who on the Squadron looks after the Blue and Bronze Progressive Training syllabus. She commented “RAFAC has been a large part of my life for the past 5 years and I am incredibly grateful for the opportunities it has given me and for the individuals that have supported me throughout this journey. “My time within the organisation has allowed me to gain skills in communication and leadership, qualities that have helped within the corps and outside, with some of the highlights of my career being RAF Waddington summer camp and the DTC(I) course. “I feel immensely privileged to be appointed the role of CWO, and I look forward to assisting cadets in my own unit and in the wider wing with their… Read More »
We are pleased to announce that Flying Officer Jake Foster has, this month, been appointed as Officer Commanding 504 (West Nottingham) Squadron. We would like to take this opportunity to congratulate him on his new position and wish him the best of luck. Jake has been an adult volunteer for 6 years, having previously reaching the rank of Cadet Warrant Officer during his Air Cadet career. During his time as an adult volunteer, he has supported both 2418 (Sherwood) and 138 (1st Nottingham) Squadrons, where he has taken up a range of roles including Training Officer and Adjutant. These will put him in a good position for taking command of his new Squadron. Beyond the Squadron, Jake is a regular at Wing activities such as Swynnerton Camp where he leads the Gun Run activity. He is also the Course Director of the Wing Initial NCO Course, which will be incredibly… Read More »