197 Devonport Squadron ATC

197 Devonport Squadron ATC Welcome to 197 Devonport Squadron ATC! Inspiring the next generation of leaders, adventurers, and aviators. Join us to discover your potential!

We provide young people aged 12-20 with exciting opportunities in flying, adventure training and leadership.

Applications are now open for 197 (Devonport) Squadron’s September intake!As part of the Royal Air Force Air Cadets, you...
15/06/2026

Applications are now open for 197 (Devonport) Squadron’s September intake!

As part of the Royal Air Force Air Cadets, you will have access to a range of opportunities designed to develop confidence, leadership, and teamwork, alongside activities such as flying and adventure training.

We welcome applications from those keen to challenge themselves and try something new.

Follow the link below to get started!

https://www.raf.mod.uk/aircadets/interested-in-joining-as-a-cadet/?squadronno=197&id=30816B4E-4F93-4473-B4FD0A64AF3D97A3

On Thursday, Flt Lt Haycock, Sgt Chapman and (now ex cadet) FS Kidd attended the 2026 Plymouth and Cornwall Wing Present...
13/06/2026

On Thursday, Flt Lt Haycock, Sgt Chapman and (now ex cadet) FS Kidd attended the 2026 Plymouth and Cornwall Wing Presentation Evening.

FS Kidd was awarded a Regional Commandants Certificate of Meritorious Service - 'For delivering life saving first aid to a member of the public in challenging circumstances'.

197 Squadron was awarded the Wg Cdr A E R Davis Cup for being the Squadron with the highest output of DofE Cadets in the Wing.

Congratulations as well to the other attendees who received an award!

*Photo credit goes to Sqn Ldr Hemsil*



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Firstly, well done this year's Tri-Service Cadet Challenge Team, where we placed 3rd out of 8 teams!Congratulations to C...
09/06/2026

Firstly, well done this year's Tri-Service Cadet Challenge Team, where we placed 3rd out of 8 teams!

Congratulations to Cadet King on achieving his Leading Cadet Classification, and congratulations as well to Cadets Glass, Glod and McCulloch on completing their Presentation Skills!



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Today marks Flight Sergeant Jessica Kidd's final night at 197 (Devonport) Squadron.FS Kidd joined the Royal Air Force Ai...
09/06/2026

Today marks Flight Sergeant Jessica Kidd's final night at 197 (Devonport) Squadron.

FS Kidd joined the Royal Air Force Air Cadets in September 2022 at 3 (Helston) Squadron, before transferring to 197 (Devonport) Squadron in July 2025. Since joining us, she has shown excellent initiative and skill and has made a lasting impact on the Squadron and Cadets.
During her time as a cadet, she has achieved great accomplishments, such as:
Activity First Aid (Silver), Silver Fieldcraft, Silver Space, Silver Cyber, Bronze DofE, Master Cadet Classification, Level 2 BTEC for Teamwork and Development in The Community, Blue Shot (L98A2), as well as attending multiple Camps and making lifelong memories and strong friendships.

FS Kidd will shortly be starting her Phase 1 training with the Royal Navy in the medical field, and we all wish her the best of luck!

FS Kidd has been with 197 Squadron for less than a year, but has certainly made a big impact in her short time here! We will miss you, and remember, don't be a stranger!



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09/06/2026

Please enjoy this video of our Grand Re-Opening Ceremony of 197 Squadron!



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Tonight, after 4 months of not being able to operate out of our normal Squadron buildings, we were finally able to retur...
09/06/2026

Tonight, after 4 months of not being able to operate out of our normal Squadron buildings, we were finally able to return!

We thought, given the occasion, that we would stage a Grand Re-Opening Ceremony of the Squadron, as a way to allow our cadets and staff to celebrate!



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This weekend, 197 (Devonport) Squadron returned to Okehampton Battle Camp to compete in the 2026 Tri-Service Cadet Chall...
08/06/2026

This weekend, 197 (Devonport) Squadron returned to Okehampton Battle Camp to compete in the 2026 Tri-Service Cadet Challenge hosted by Devon Army Cadet Force. 197 Squadron sent a team of 6 cadets, competing against the ACF, CCF, SCC RM, and VCC RM in 8 different fieldcraft, leadership, and teambuilding activities on Saturday. On Sunday, the teams then competed in 4 more fun activities, before the final event announcements were made. This year, out of 8 teams, 197 Squadron placed 3rd!

Congratulations to everyone who participated, and to the 197 Team for the huge amount of effort put in.

Thank you as well to Devon ACF for inviting us back again. The staff and cadets had a great time taking part.

DISCLAIMER - The shotguns depicted in the third image are not real; they were used for a digital shooting simulation competition.



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Congratulations to Cpl Beard on achieving her Bronze Leadership Award!Additionally, well done to Sgt Wooldridge, Cpl Col...
15/05/2026

Congratulations to Cpl Beard on achieving her Bronze Leadership Award!

Additionally, well done to Sgt Wooldridge, Cpl Cole and Cadet's Staples and Milburn on achieving their Blue Fieldcraft Awards!



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Tonight, 197 cadets were practicing Drill outside in the sun, and some cadets took the opportunity to begin practicing ...
15/05/2026

Tonight, 197 cadets were practicing Drill outside in the sun, and some cadets took the opportunity to begin practicing Banner Drill, learning the sequence and the different style of drill that they're used to! Plenty more practice ahead, but a very strong start from everyone!



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Tonight, our cadets made the most of the nice weather and played cricket on the field! Split into two teams, the cadets ...
12/05/2026

Tonight, our cadets made the most of the nice weather and played cricket on the field! Split into two teams, the cadets took turns batting and fielding, some cadets were 'batter' at cricket than others 😉.

Thank you to Cpl Rowe for planning and executing this night; everybody had a lot of fun!



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