2296 Dunoon RAF Air Cadets

2296 Dunoon RAF Air Cadets We are a voluntary youth organization sponsored by the Royal Air Force and open to 12 - 17 year olds.

Today, cadets from 2296 Dunoon Squadron attended Gourock Highland Games (alongside 49F Greenock Squadron) where they hel...
10/05/2026

Today, cadets from 2296 Dunoon Squadron attended Gourock Highland Games (alongside 49F Greenock Squadron) where they helped to promote the squadron and raise awareness of the Air Cadet organisation. For some, this was their first attendance at an Air Cadets event and all did really well, getting stuck in and inspiring potential recruits to join.

2296 Squadron are currently taking enquiries from prospective cadets. Our next intake will likely be around the start of August.

Please email for more information:

[email protected]

05/05/2026

Since reopening, 2296 Squadron has received generous support from the following businesses and clubs within the local area:

Dunoon and District Clay Target Club
This fantastic club (which Cpl Brown regularly attends), kindly provided a monetary charity donation. This has allowed us to buy learning resources for the squadron.
The club has a wealth of experience between their members and are always welcoming to those showing an interest in the art of Clay Target Shooting.

Western Ferries
We would like to thank Western Ferries for their generous donation of ferry tickets, supporting cadets from 2296 Squadron with travel 'over the water' to events.

Thank you, your support is very much appreciated 🙂

2296 Dunoon Squadron is currently looking for individuals who may consider supporting us as Civilian Committee members. ...
04/05/2026

2296 Dunoon Squadron is currently looking for individuals who may consider supporting us as Civilian Committee members. If you are at all interested, then please email for further information:
[email protected]

This afternoon, our cadets took on the STEM challenge of designing and building a rollercoaster. Two teams used cardboar...
03/05/2026

This afternoon, our cadets took on the STEM challenge of designing and building a rollercoaster. Two teams used cardboard to create their tracks and then tested their builds using a marble (with varying levels of success!)

Crucially though, STEM learning is often about the process, and not necessarily the end result....this activity allowed our cadets to build valuable skills in problem solving, design, time keeping, critical thinking, negotiation, resilience and teamwork.

I think it's safe to say that a competitive spirit made an appearance and there were a lot of laughs in the process! Great effort everyone, that was a lot of fun 🙂

CI Brown

19/04/2026

What a fantastic afternoon...our Junior cadets started to cover History of Flight and also completed a drill assessment. Cdt M Eche passed his allocated exams achieving the classification of Leading Cadet. Cdt C Eche reviewed the modules on offer from the Senior Cadet syllabus, and decided on a plan of action going forward. As part of his Master training, Cpl Brown passed his assessment for Military Aircraft. Well done everyone!

Today, our cadets completed their Basic Radio Comms training led by CI Bissett (and supported by Sgt Cameron) from 49F G...
29/03/2026

Today, our cadets completed their Basic Radio Comms training led by CI Bissett (and supported by Sgt Cameron) from 49F Greenock Squadron.

This was an informative session, with a mix of PowerPoint learning and practical application, allowing cadets to familiarise themselves with the radio systems and terminology used during communications. We also managed to fit in some drill practice. Well done everyone 🙂

As well as attending 2296 Dunoon Squadron, Cadet Brown also attends 49F Greenock Squadron (which he has been part of for...
08/03/2026

As well as attending 2296 Dunoon Squadron, Cadet Brown also attends 49F Greenock Squadron (which he has been part of for the last 2 years). In recent months, he has been a great support to 2296, helping to get the squadron up and running again....cleaning, tidying, organising and developing our media presence.

Last night, at the 49F Greenock Squadron Dine In, he was promoted to Corporal and also achieved awards for Best Shot (for obtaining his bronze shooting badge) and Most Improved Cadet.

Well done Corporal Brown 🙂

Another great afternoon spent at 2296, where cadets were instructed in Essential First Aid. This training was taught by ...
08/03/2026

Another great afternoon spent at 2296, where cadets were instructed in Essential First Aid.

This training was taught by Flt Lt Nicholls of 49F Greenock Sqn (who travelled over to sunny Dunoon to support 2296, along with Sqn Ldr Herd). Lots of information for our cadets to take on board, as well as practice in practical application. I think our cadets may have achy arms tonight after CPR!

Well done everyone 🙂

This poster showcases some of the amazing opportunities available to our Air Cadets. The poster was designed by Cdt Brow...
01/03/2026

This poster showcases some of the amazing opportunities available to our Air Cadets. The poster was designed by Cdt Brown (who attends both 2296 Dunoon squadron and 49F Greenock Squadron) as part of 49F's media team.

Another productive afternoon at 2296 Sqn🙂Today we covered some mandatory training (heat and cold injury prevention), uni...
08/02/2026

Another productive afternoon at 2296 Sqn🙂

Today we covered some mandatory training (heat and cold injury prevention), uniform prep, the phonetic alphabet and also continued with drill.

We certainly can't fault the enthusiasm of our new cadets and it is great to see progress is being made with the basics of drill. Well done everyone, great effort!

Address

Army Reserve Centre, Highland Avenue
Dunoon
PA238PB

Opening Hours

Monday 7pm - 9pm
Sunday 1pm - 4pm

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+443456006601

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