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Welcome to the official page of 2489 (Bridge of Don) Squadron RAFAC 2489 (Bridge of Don) squadron based in Bridge of Don, Aberdeen.

We are recruiting anyone aged 12-17! Come along and see what the Air Cadets do

03/07/2026

MacRobert Trophy Winners 2026

The achievements of 2489 (Bridge of Don) Squadron continue to grow!

Earlier this year, the squadron welcomed Wing Commander Smith, accompanied by Sqn Ldr Nutten and WO Donaldson, as part of the annual inspection process. Having been selected as one of the top three squadrons within North Scotland Wing, the inspection recognised the high standards consistently demonstrated across the squadron.

We were then delighted to receive the news that 2489 (Bridge of Don) Squadron had been named the Best Squadron in North Scotland Wing and winners of the MacRobert Trophy 2026 🏆

To mark this achievement, 32 cadets and 5 staff from 2489 Squadron joined personnel from 446 and 2367 Squadrons at the MacRobert Parade held at Douneside House in Saturday 20th June. The parade was inspected by the Regional Commandant, Group Captain Khan, and the Deputy Lieutenant of Aberdeenshire, The Lady Saltoun.

During the parade, Flt Lt Smith accepted the MacRobert Trophy on behalf of 2489 Squadron before the parade carried out a march past giving a salute to the inspecting officer outside of Douneside House.

This award is a testament to the dedication, commitment, and enthusiasm of our staff and cadets, whose hard work ensures every cadet is given the very best opportunities to develop, achieve, and succeed.

Photos - FS M Davie/CI H Smith

North Scotland Wing Air Training Corps, RAFAC
Scotland & Northern Ireland Region Royal Air Force Air Cadets
Royal Air Force Air Cadets Commandant Air Cadets

23/04/2026

Inchnadamph Commemoration Service

On Saturday 18th April Flt Lt Smith, Fg Off Breen, Sgt Morrice and Cpl Adam travelled north to Inchnadamph for the commemoration to mark the 85th anniversary of the loss of Avro Anson N9857.

On the 13th April 1941 during a training mission the aircraft crashed into Ben More Assynt due to a snow storm.

In 1985 cadets and staff from 2489 squadron refurbished the cairn memorial which was originally placed at the crash site. This was refurbished into a granite memorial in 2013 and is the highest war grave in the UK where those who died are buried at the site.

It was a great opportunity to come together with other organisations and remember the 6 aircrew members who perished with the aircraft in 1941.

We Will Remember Them.

North Scotland Wing Air Training Corps, RAFAC
Scotland & Northern Ireland Region Royal Air Force Air Cadets
Royal Air Force Air Cadets
Commandant Air Cadets
Lord-Lieutenant of Sutherland

18/04/2026

Taking to the skies 🛩️

Last week Cpl Gormley and Cdt Lagowski travelled down to 12 AEF at Leuchars Station for a powered flight in a Grob Tutor. For both of them it was their first flight in a powered aircraft!

It was a great day for flying and fun had by all with a 30 minute flight in the skies. There was even a surprise visit from an A400m Atlas flying over the station. Congratulations also go to Cdt Lagowski who has now earned his Blue Aviation Wings!

North Scotland Wing Air Training Corps, RAFAC
Scotland & Northern Ireland Region Royal Air Force Air Cadets
Royal Air Force Air Cadets

05/02/2026

Badge Success!

It has been a busy start to the year for the squadron. The cadets have been busy achieving lots of qualifications already and we hope to see this continue throughout the year!

Well done to everyone who has gained the following qualifications:
8 Essential First Aid
1 Activity First Aid
7 Bronze Space
1 Bronze Music
1 Silver Cyber

15/12/2025

2489 Christmas Fun Night 🎄

Last Thursday was our final night of the year for !

The night gave an opportunity for the cadets to have a relaxed evening with some festive games and a christmas quiz. It has been a great year with the squadron gaining over 160 qualifications. We can't wait to see what 2026 holds.

Merry Christmas from everyone at 2489 Squadron and we will see you in the New Year!

North Scotland Wing Air Training Corps, RAFAC

11/12/2025

Awards Night 2025 🏆

On Monday 1st December, the squadron held its annual awards night. It gave an opportunity for the cadets, staff, parents and guests to recognise all of the achievements gained this year!

We were joined by Wing Commander Smith alongside Squadron Leader Latham-Scott and Squadron Leader Norris to present the awards.

The evening started with an inspection for Wg Cdr Smith before the badge presentations from recent courses and classifications:

4 Master Classifications
3 Senior Classifications
9 Blue Space Badges
1 Bronze DofE Badge
2 Essential First Aid Badges
1 Youth First Aid Badge
1 Activity First Aid Badge

It was then time to present the awards for the evening.
Congratulations to the award winners:

Spitfire Award for Best Attendance - Cdt B Adams
Mosquito Award for Best Uniform - Cdt B Adams
Endeavour Award - FS T Graham
Best Flight Shield - Lightning Flight
Gordon Shield for Most Improved - Cdt O Frymark
Top Recruit Cup 24-02 - Cdt J Osanyintade
Top Recruit Cup 25-01 - Cdt V Lagowski
Best JNCO Cup - Cpl L Morrice
SNCO Pacestick - FS T Graham
Commanding Officers Cup for Best Cadet - Cpl L Morrice

Promotions were also presented to 2 cadets working their way up the NCO Ladder.
Cdt B Adams - Corporal
Cpl L Morrice - Sergeant

There was also an opportunity to listen to presentations from the cadets about different camps and courses they have attended throughout the year.

The night concluded with a Drill and Banner demonstration showing the hard work the cadets have put in this year towards these competitions!

Well done to all the cadets and award winners. We look forward to seeing this continue in 2026!

North Scotland Wing Air Training Corps, RAFAC
Scotland & Northern Ireland Region Royal Air Force Air Cadets
Commandant Air Cadets
Royal Air Force Air Cadets

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Gordon Barracks
Aberdeen
AB238DB

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Thursday	7:20pm - 9:30pm

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