1143 - Portobello Squadron Air Training Corps

10/06/2026

Last week, the Squadron said goodbye to two of our cadets. Cpl Aran Singh who is transferring to 1271 (Bathgate) Squadron, and CWO Daniel Barnard.

CWO Barnard was presented with a framed version of his Digital Brassard, along with a Shell Jacket with Squadron insignia to reward his many years of service to the Squadron. Staff and Cadets wish both of them all the very best for the future.

18/04/2026

Good luck to all the cadets from both 1143 & 142 taking part in the RBL Area Standard Bearers Competition today

09/02/2026

On Sunday 8th February 2026, Cadets and Staff from 1143 (Portobello) Squadron joined Cadets and Staff from all across South East Scotland Wing in a parade and church service to celebrate the 85th Anniversary of the Air Training Corps.

The parade set off from Edinburgh Castle Esplanade, making its way down the Royal Mile, until it reached St Giles Cathedral where a church service was held.

The Squadron was incredibly honoured to be asked to carry the Wing Banner for the parade, and Cdt Laczynski, FS Collie, FS Sayers and Cdt Chazalmartin did the Squadron and the Wing proud.

RAF Association - Edinburgh, Lothians and Borders Branch
Commandant Air Cadets
South East Scotland Wing Royal Air Force Air Cadets

08/02/2026

06/02/2026

Air Commodore Sir John Adrian Chamier, CB, CMG, DSO, OBE (26 December 1883 – 3 May 1974) was "The Founding Father of the ATC" for his role in the foundation of the Air Training Corps. With his love for aviation, he wanted to establish an air cadet corps, encouraging young people to consider a career in aviation - pretty exciting at a time when very few people ever got the chance to fly. His experience in World War I, where training time was very limited, convinced him that the sooner training began the better prepared and experienced a person would be in combat.

Today we commemorate his vision and his lasting legacy. Thank you, Sir

05/02/2026

02/02/2026

1143 (Portobello) Squadron is holding an information night this Monday, 2nd February.

If anyone has young people that are interested in Aviation, Space, STEM, First Aid, and a whole lot more, you’re welcome to come along and have a chat with staff.

If you can’t make it on Monday, we Parade on Monday and Wednesday evenings from 7pm-9.30pm,

You can contact us to arange a visit at the following email - [email protected]

31/01/2026

On Wednesday 4th March 2026, 1143 (Portobello) Sqn will hold its annual awards night.

This is an evening dedicated to recognising the achievements that the Cadets have earned over the last year.

Certificates and badges will be handed out to those that have earned them, as well as awards for Best Flight, Best Cadet, Most Improved Cadet, and Best NCO, among others.

All Parents, Guardians, Family Members and Friends of Cadets are welcome to come along and support them.

31/01/2026

Last weekend, the Squadron ran a Blue Radio Course, where Cadets from both 1143 (Portobello) Sqn and 142 (Trinity) Squadron were taken through the Blue Radio Syllabus. Cadets that passed the course were then given their Blue Badges on Monday Evening.

Congratulations to:

Cdt Reynolds
Cdt Sweeney
Cdt Marenduzzo
Cdt Disannayake
Cdt Birkett
Cdt Busang
Cdt Murphy

Who all received their Blue Radio Badges.

Congratulations also go to

Cdt Braban
Cdt Chazalmartin
Cdt Lacki

For passing their Leading Classification exams and receiving their badges on Monday evening as well.

14/01/2026

Congratulations go to Sgt Singh who after his hard work and dedication to self study was awarded his Senior Classification badge.

Well done Sgt Singh