Cirencester Air Cadets - 1245 Sqn

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Cirencester Air Cadets - 1245 Sqn Official public page of 1245 (Cirencester) Squadron of the RAF Air Cadets organisation. Interested in joining? Aged 12+ or Year 8 and above?

Drop us a message or email us at [email protected] to start your Air Cadet journey today! ✈️

06/10/2026

A special message for everyone who makes the Cadet Forces what they are. 🎖️

As we celebrate the first ever National Cadets Week, His Majesty The King has shared a message recognising the dedication of cadets, volunteers, families, employers and supporters across the UK.

A moment to celebrate everyone who helps young people build skills, character and confidence for life.

📅 5–11 October 2026

Find out more about National Cadets Week: https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/national-cadets-week-2026

A huge congratulations to our very own Cdt FS Poulton-Stowe, a fantastic achievement and a credit to our unit! ✈️
22/07/2026

A huge congratulations to our very own Cdt FS Poulton-Stowe, a fantastic achievement and a credit to our unit! ✈️

🎉 Promotion Parade 🎉A huge congratulations to our cadets on their well-deserved promotions! Your hard work, dedication, ...
01/07/2026

🎉 Promotion Parade 🎉

A huge congratulations to our cadets on their well-deserved promotions! Your hard work, dedication, and commitment have been recognised, and we couldn’t be prouder of your achievements.

👏 Cdt Parris promoted to Corporal (Cpl)
👏 Cpl Elwin promoted to Sergeant (Sgt)
👏 Cpl Burton promoted to Sergeant (Sgt)
👏 Sgt Roberts promoted to Flight Sergeant (FS)

These promotions reflect the leadership, professionalism, and perseverance each of you has shown within the squadron. We look forward to seeing you continue to inspire and support your fellow cadets in your new roles.

Please join us in congratulating them in the comments! 👏🎖️

Part 2/2🎉 Open Evening SuccessWe recently opened our doors to prospective cadets and staff, welcoming 12 visitors to the...
25/06/2026

Part 2/2

🎉 Open Evening Success

We recently opened our doors to prospective cadets and staff, welcoming 12 visitors to the Squadron. We’re delighted to report that every single attendee has joined us, giving us 12 fantastic new recruits to welcome into the squadron family.

The success of the evening was a testament to the hard work of our staff and cadets, who helped showcase the wide range of opportunities available within the RAF Air Cadets.

Due to the success of this event, we’ll be holding another Open Evening in September and still have plenty of spaces available. If you’re considering joining, now is a great time to get involved.

We are actively recruiting both cadets and adult volunteers. Whether you’re a young person looking for adventure, leadership opportunities and new experiences, or an adult interested in supporting local young people, we’d love to hear from you. We are particularly keen to hear from potential staff volunteers, whether you’d like to serve in uniform or support us as a Civilian Instructor.

🎖️ JNCO/SNCO Courses

It’s also been a busy period for leadership development, with two JNCO/SNCO courses taking place this year.

In April, Sgt Taylor, our Squadron SNCO, attended in a Drill Instructor capacity, helping to develop the next generation of cadet NCOs.

More recently, in June, four of our cadets attended alongside Sgt Taylor. We are incredibly proud of their efforts throughout the course and the way they represented the Squadron.

A special congratulations goes to Cpl Elwin, who was awarded Best JNCO Candidate on the course. This is an outstanding achievement and reflects her hard work, commitment and leadership potential.

As our Squadron continues to grow and develop, we look forward to sharing more of our activities and achievements with you all.

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Part 1/2It’s been a little while since our last post, but that’s because we’ve been incredibly busy behind the scenes wo...
25/06/2026

Part 1/2

It’s been a little while since our last post, but that’s because we’ve been incredibly busy behind the scenes working hard to get the Squadron back on its feet. Alongside numerous staff meetings and planning sessions, there’s been plenty happening on parade nights and weekends!

✈️ STEM Nights
Our cadets put their engineering and design skills to the test making paper aeroplanes under the guidance of CI Gough. A simple challenge that brought out plenty of creativity, competition, and learning. Cadets experimented with different designs and techniques, testing which aircraft would fly the furthest and most accurately, while learning about the principles of flight and aerodynamics.

🚁 Drone/RPAS Training
One of our most popular recent activities has been our Drone and RPAS training evenings, led by Flt Lt Fry, our Officer Commanding. These sessions have provided cadets with an introduction to the rapidly growing world of remotely piloted aircraft systems and the many civilian and military applications they have.

Cadets have been learning the fundamentals of drone operation, including safety considerations, pre-flight checks, basic flight controls and manoeuvres. They have also had the opportunity to put these skills into practice through a series of flying exercises designed to improve confidence, control and accuracy.

The sessions have proven to be both educational and enjoyable, giving cadets valuable hands-on experience while developing concentration, spatial awareness and problem-solving skills. We look forward to expanding this training further in the coming months.

A huge thank you to all our staff and cadets for their continued effort and enthusiasm during what has been a very busy few months.

➡️ Part 2 coming next...

Massive congratulations to Sgt Sweeting and Sgt Von Oven on their well-earned promotion from Cpl to Sgt tonight 👏Your ha...
14/04/2026

Massive congratulations to Sgt Sweeting and Sgt Von Oven on their well-earned promotion from Cpl to Sgt tonight 👏

Your hard work, dedication, and leadership have truly paid off, and this achievement is a testament to everything you’ve put into the squadron. We’re all incredibly proud of you both and excited to see what you accomplish in your new roles.

Well deserved – onward and upward! 💪

PS: We never say no to a silly photo opportunity with the boss! 📸😄

Huge congratulations to the incredible cadets of 1245 (Cirencester) Squadron RAFAC on their latest achievements! 👏✈️We’r...
10/04/2026

Huge congratulations to the incredible cadets of 1245 (Cirencester) Squadron RAFAC on their latest achievements! 👏✈️

We’re proud to celebrate those who have earned:
🏅 Master Cadet
🚀 Blue Space
🎯 Blue Trained Shot
🎖 First Class
🛩 Blue Wings
📈 Leading Cadet

Your hard work, dedication, and commitment continue to raise the standard—well done to every one of you!

And the best news? We are officially BACK IN BUSINESS for badges 💥 Time to keep pushing, progressing, and achieving even more.

‼️ NEW COMMANDING OFFICER APPOINTED FOR 1245 SQUADRON ‼️After an evening of introductions, planning, and renewed enthusi...
27/03/2026

‼️ NEW COMMANDING OFFICER APPOINTED FOR 1245 SQUADRON ‼️

After an evening of introductions, planning, and renewed enthusiasm, we are delighted to announce that 1245 Squadron is officially back following our recent hiatus!

As of Tuesday 17th March, the squadron has returned to home turf and resumed normal operations. This marks an exciting new chapter for us all, as we move forward with fresh energy, clear direction, and a strong sense of purpose.

With this new beginning comes new leadership, and we are proud to formally welcome our new Officer Commanding, Flight Lieutenant Gary Fry.

Flt Lt Fry brings with him a wealth of experience from across the RAF Air Cadets, including a strong background within RAFAC ASTRA Ground School (AGS), where he has been heavily involved in delivering high-quality training and development. His expertise extends into drone operations and synthetic flight training, areas that are becoming increasingly important within modern aviation and cadet progression.

His passion for innovation, combined with his commitment to cadet development, will undoubtedly play a key role in shaping the future of 1245 Squadron. We are particularly excited about the opportunities his experience will bring, especially in expanding our training offer and inspiring the next generation of cadets.

Please join us in giving Flt Lt Fry a very warm welcome to the squadron. We look forward to working together as we build, grow, and achieve great things in the months ahead. ✈️

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🏆 CADET OF THE MONTH 🏆A huge congratulations to our very own Sgt Roberts on being selected as Cadet of the Month whilst ...
06/02/2026

🏆 CADET OF THE MONTH 🏆

A huge congratulations to our very own Sgt Roberts on being selected as Cadet of the Month whilst we are being hosted at Tetbury Air Cadets!

This award is given to the cadet who shows the highest standards of Drill and Uniform, as well as their ability to get stuck in and support the rest of the unit, be it either with supporting training or even just helping to maintain a tidy environment. Sgt Roberts regularly demonstrates high standards and impresses the staff with both his attitude to learning and his ability to lead and inspire others. He is a fantastic advocate for this squadron and we couldn’t be any more proud of him for receiving this award!

Very well done Sgt Roberts ✈️

✨ What a year it has been at 1245 Sqn! ✨With over 100 badges achieved, 11 well-earned promotions, and countless events t...
21/12/2025

✨ What a year it has been at 1245 Sqn! ✨

With over 100 badges achieved, 11 well-earned promotions, and countless events throughout the year, our squadron has continued to thrive as a high-achieving unit full of cadets who constantly strive for excellence.

Whilst this year hasn’t been without its challenges, through every setback our cadets have shown outstanding dedication, resilience, and loyalty. From weekly parade nights to major events and opportunities, they have continued to prove that 1245 Sqn is a place where young people can learn, grow, and challenge themselves to become the very best versions of who they can be.

This year, we’ve also celebrated some truly standout achievements, including two cadets representing us on the incredible Exercise Mountain Storm in Canada, as well as cadets and staff attending two Annual Camps on RAF Stations across the UK, gaining unforgettable experiences, skills, and memories along the way. These opportunities reflect the hard work and commitment shown across the whole squadron.

A huge thank you to every cadet for your motivation, enthusiasm, and determination, and to our dedicated staff team for the countless hours, effort, and passion you give so selflessly. We would also like to extend our sincere thanks to 1329DF (Tetbury) Sqn for hosting and supporting us throughout the later half of this year — your support has been greatly appreciated.

We are incredibly proud of everything achieved this year. Here’s to celebrating our successes and looking forward to an even bigger and better year ahead. On behalf of the staff team, we would like to wish all Cadets and their families a very Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year, and look forward to seeing you all again in 2026! 🎄✈️

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