999 Dunmow & District Air Cadets

30/10/2026

Last night the cadets had a Halloween social night. Lots of music, games, sweets and doughnuts.

They are ready for a week of Remembrance Sunday prep now!

24/10/2026

Following a successful morning assisting Royal British Legion Poppy Appeal, some cadets attended St Mary's Church Great Dunmow to place Poppy Remembrance Crosses on the Commonwealth War Graves located in the churchyard. The cadets showed immense respect in this situation and we are proud of their commitment towards learning and remembering our countries military history.

Wg Cdr R Jones - OC Essex Wing RAFAC Comdt AC

24/10/2026

Poppy Selling.

This morning we are supporting Royal British Legion Poppy Appeal in Tesco Dunmow. Come along and get your Poppy supplies.



Wg Cdr R Jones - OC Essex Wing RAFAC

22/10/2026

07/10/2026

07/10/2026

🎺🏃‍♂️ NATIONAL CADET WEEK – WE NEED YOU! 🇬🇧💙

At 999 Dunmow RAF Air Cadets, our adult volunteers are at the heart of everything we do — helping our cadets learn new skills, build confidence and achieve things they never thought possible.

Due to recent staff retirements and some role changes we have vacancies to fill. Some of our staff are managing multiple roles at the moment and additional support would enable them to manage a single role to a better level. Can you help our current staff offer a more diverse experience?

This National Cadet Week, we're looking for new adult volunteers to join our team! 🙌

📃 ADJUTANT
Are you organised and happy with paperwork? Could you help manage the background administration of the squadron?

✏️ TRAINING OFFICER
Do you have a teaching or leading background? Could you help plan some exciting training sessions for our cadets? Help maintain their progression of the syllabus.

🎵 MUSIC OFFICER
Are you a music teacher, musician or have experience with bands or marching bands? Help our cadets develop their musical skills and support our ceremonial and parade music.

🏃 SPORTS OFFICER
Do you have a passion for sport, fitness or coaching? Help organise activities, competitions and fitness sessions while encouraging teamwork, resilience and healthy lifestyles.

You don't need to have been in the military — what matters is what you can bring to our cadets. Whether you have a professional qualification, a hobby, life experience or simply a desire to make a difference, we'd love to hear from you.

📩 Get in touch to find out more about becoming a volunteer.

06/10/2026

🇬🇧 NATIONAL CADET WEEK | CADETS IN THE COMMUNITY 🇬🇧

At 999 Dunmow & District RAF Air Cadets, being a cadet is about much more than what happens on parade nights. We’re incredibly proud of the way our cadets give their time, energy and enthusiasm to support the community we are privileged to be part of. 💙

Throughout the year, our cadets proudly take part in:
🌺 Remembrance Parades & Services – remembering and honouring those who served and sacrificed.
🌺 Poppy Appeals – giving their time to support the Royal British Legion and help raise vital funds.
🏛️ Civic Duties – representing the squadron at important local events and civic occasions.
🎪 Community Fetes & Events – supporting local organisations and helping make community events a success.
🧹 Litter Picks – helping keep our town and local spaces clean and welcoming.
🌺 War Graves – helping ensure the war graves within our community remain clean, cared for and treated with the respect they deserve.

Our cadets don't just learn about service, leadership and responsibility — they put those values into action within their own community.

And this year, we are particularly proud and honoured that Sgt C has been selected as the Uttlesford Chairperson's Cadet. 🎖️👏

This is a fantastic recognition of the commitment and contribution made by our young people, not only within the squadron but across the wider Uttlesford community.

Our cadets are young people making a difference — and we couldn't be prouder of them. 💙

Comdt AC
Wg Cdr R Jones - OC Essex Wing RAFAC

27/09/2026

Yesterday 5 cadets and 2 staff assisted Great Dunmow Town Council with a litter picking around the town centre. 3 bags were filled by them in 2 hours.