1982 (Huyton) Sqn RAF Air Cadets

WELL DONE to Cdt Lawson on being the 1000th cadet to achieve the Entry Level Awards (ELA) qualification!👏 The ELA is a British Safety Council Award in Hazard Awareness and is intended to warn and prepare teenagers about the dangers that can be found in the workplace. @aircadets

WELL DONE to Cdt Powell, Cdt Lewis, Cdt McFall and Cdt Piwowar for representing 1982 in the Inter-Squadron Cross Country Competition on Sunday.👏 There was a good effort all around and 1982 is looking forward to the sports competitions ahead! Well done everyone!🙌 @aircadets

CONGRATULATIONS to Cdt Lawson and Cdt Phillips on achieving their Bronze Radio Operator Badges over the weekend!👏🎉 To achieve this, cadets must successfully complete a written and practical assessment. Well done everyone!🙌 @OCMerseyside @MerseysideWing @aircadets

Last Thursday, 1982 said goodbye to Sgt Tome.🫡 Sgt Tome was a key asset in the NCO Team and has dedicated many years of hard work to 1982 Huyton Sqn. She has achieved many qualifications and has helped to develop many cadets. Well done Sgt Tome! @OCMerseyside @aircadets

🐉Happy Chinese New Year🐉 On Thursday, Cdt Zheng and Cdt McFall joined together to present their knowledge of Chinese New Years traditions, food and activities-and they even brought out a real Chinese New Years dragon!👏 @OCMerseyside @MerseysideWing @aircadets

🥞Pancake Day🥞 On Tuesday, the cadets spent the night competing on who could decorate the best pancake! WELL DONE to Cpl Powell on the best decorated pancake- one with our 1982 crest made out of fondant and icing!🙌👏 @OCMerseyside @MerseysideWing @aircadets @AirCadetsNorth

🚨WARNING:FAKE INJURIES🚨 Last week, the Wing First Aid Team visited 1982. Throughout the night, the cadets took part in a multitude of activities, including creating fake wounds and taking part in a practice scenario! Thanks to the Wing First Aid Team, the cadets loved it!

On Sunday, cadets from 1982 joined others from across Merseyside at the ATC Sunday Parade.🫡 The parade commemorated the 83rd anniversary of the formation of the Air Training Corps (ATC). The cadets were a credit to their units, well done everyone!🙌 @OCMerseyside @aircadets

🎳Bowling🎳 To reward the cadets for their hard work and achievements all year round, 1982 visited Hollywood Bowl in Liverpool! Well done to Cdt Piwowar for achieving the highest score!🏆 Merry Christmas everyone! Bring on 2024!🎇 @OCMerseyside @MerseysideWing @aircadets

Recently, Sgt Ashcroft, Cdt Lawson, Cdt O'Niell and Cdt Phillips attended a Youth (Bronze) First Aid Course at @281Southport! 👏 Throughout the course, the cadets were tested on their ability to administer first aid and safely treat a casualty, and were all awarded their badges!

WELL DONE to Cdt Gouldson, Cdt O'Niell and Cdt Phillips on achieving their Leading Classifications!👏🎉 To achieve this, cadets must successfully complete 3 leading exams, fuelled by knowledge gained through hours of study. Well done everyone!🙌 @MerseysideWing @aircadets

To achieve this, Sgt Ashcroft has completed an MOI Course at Wing, 2 further practice presentations, and a final qualifying presentation assessed by Flt Lt Bevington.🙌 Thanks to Flt Lt Bevington, and well done to Sgt Ashcroft!👏 @OCMerseyside @MerseysideWing @aircadets

CONGRATULATIONS to Sgt Ashcroft for achieving her Method of Instruction Qualification!👏🎉 This will allow her to teach and pass on her knowledge to newer cadets.👩‍🏫 1/2

On Thursday, a group of cadets were given the opportunity to advance to the next level in their air rifle training.🎯 CONGRATULATIONS to Sgt Ashcroft, Cdt Lewis and Cdt Zheng on achieving their Marksman Air Rifle Badge!🎉 @OCMerseyside @MerseysideWing @aircadets @AirCadetsNorth

It has been a very busy weekend for 1982!🙌 From attending the Remembrance Service at Alder Hey Children's Hospital on Friday, Poppy Collecting on Saturday, and then marching in a squad for Remembrance Parade on Sunday, the cadets have truly dedicated this week to Remembrance!👏

A few weeks ago, the cadets visited Prescott Fire Station!🧑‍🚒 The cadets were taught about what a firefighter does, and they were even given the chance to try on the uniform, and sit in the fire truck!🚒 Thanks to Prescott Fire Station for the visit!👏🙌 @aircadets @OCMerseyside

Last week the cadets prepared for their Halloween party with a pumpkin carving competition!🎃 WELL DONE to Cdt Campbell for the best carved pumpkin!👏🎉 Later on, 1982 hosted its annual Halloween party, where the cadets took part in multiple fun party games!🙌👻 @OCMerseyside

The Mayor and Mayoress Of Knowsley visited 1982 to inspect the squadron and deliver a session to the cadets. They were shown around the squadron, got to watch the cadets in action, and finished the night off with a talk about what the role of the Mayor entails! 👏🎉

Horus Birds Of Prey visited 1982 to deliver an educational talk to the cadets! They spoke about their bird's characteristics, hunting, and how some well-known aircraft are inspired by birds of prey!🦉 Thanks to Horus Birds Of Prey for the visit!👏 @aircadets @MerseysideWing

Air Rifle Shoot CONGRATULATIONS to the 6 cadets who have achieved their Blue Trained Shot Badges!👏🎉 @OCMerseyside @aircadets @MerseysideWing @AirCadetsNorth @ComdtAC #Whatwedo #Noordinaryhobby #Joinus