2384 [Bushey & Oxhey] Squadron ATC

06/10/2026

05/10/2026

01/10/2026

Method of Instruction (MOI) Success

Congratulations to Cpls C. Sanguineti and G. Sanguineti on successfully completing the Method of Instruction (MOI) course.

Having completed the training and successfully passed a series of practice assessments, both went on to pass their final assessment. They are now qualified to help deliver the RAFAC syllabus, supporting the development and progression of our cadets.

As a mark of their achievement, they can now proudly wear the yellow lanyard, recognising their qualification as RAFAC instructor cadets.

A fantastic accomplishment and a valuable addition to the squadron's instructional team. Well done to both!

OC Hertfordshire Wing Hertfordshire Wing Air Cadets Central & East Region Air Cadets Commandant Air Cadets

22/09/2026

New Starts, New Challenges... and Badges, Badges, Badges!

What a fantastic evening at the squadron as we welcomed our newest intake and officially enrolled the next generation of cadets into the team.

A huge welcome to all our new starters. We are delighted to have you join us and look forward to seeing you develop, achieve, and embrace the squadron motto of "Always Competitive" in everything you do.

The evening was also packed with achievements, proving once again that hard work and determination pay off. In true Always Competitive fashion, our cadets were proudly presented with a whole host of awards and classifications:

👏 8 First Class Cadet badges
👏 1 Leading Cadet classification
👏 1 Senior Cadet classification
👏 1 Master Cadet award
👏 1 Bronze Cyber badge
👏 2 Silver Cyber badges
👏 1 Blue Space badge

These awards are a reflection of the enthusiasm, commitment, and competitive spirit that our cadets bring each week. Whether it's progressing through classifications, developing cyber skills, exploring space, or striving for the next achievement, our cadets continue to set high standards and push themselves forward.

Congratulations to all award recipients and welcome again to our newest recruits. Here's to new beginnings, new opportunities, and plenty more badges to earn as we continue to live up to our motto...

ALWAYS COMPETITIVE!

OC Hertfordshire Wing Hertfordshire Wing Air Cadets Central & East Region Air Cadets Commandant Air Cadets

18/09/2026

Our second air r***e shooting session at 1372 Squadron was another fantastic success, with three more first-time firers taking to the range and experiencing the sport for the very first time.

It was great to see so many cadets developing their skills and confidence, with a number of them achieving their shooting awards through their hard work, focus, and determination. Congratulations to all those who earned their badges and awards on the day.

A special thank you goes to OC 1372 Squadron, WO Murphy, and CI Simmons for giving up their time to support the squadron and make these shooting opportunities possible for our cadets. Their dedication and commitment are greatly appreciated by staff and cadets alike.

Well done to everyone involved, and we look forward to seeing even more progress on the range in future sessions.

OC Hertfordshire Wing Hertfordshire Wing Air Cadets 1372 Elstree & Borehamwood Air Cadets Central & East Region Air Cadets Commandant Air Cadets

15/09/2026

On 7 September, we were pleased to welcome the local Police Community Liaison team to the squadron.

The cadets were given a fascinating insight into the world of policing, learning about the variety of roles and responsibilities carried out by officers within the community. They also had the opportunity to see, handle, and learn about some of the equipment used by the police in their day-to-day duties.

A big thank you to the Police Community Liaison team for taking the time to visit and share their knowledge and experiences with our cadets. It was an engaging and informative evening that was thoroughly enjoyed by all.

OC Hertfordshire Wing Hertfordshire Wing Air Cadets Central & East Region Air Cadets Commandant Air Cadets Herts Police

13/09/2026

Well done to you all!

27/08/2026

🎯 Air R***e Training Success 🎯

In late July, our OC, a qualified Skill at Arms Instructor, delivered Air R***e training to 12 cadets, introducing them to the fundamentals of marksmanship and range safety.

On 22nd August, thanks to the generosity of OC 1372 (Elstree & Borehamwood) Squadron for allowing the use of their range facilities, our cadets were able to put their training into practice and gain valuable time on the range.

The day was supported by Flt Lt Hargrave, along with WO Murphy and CI Simmons from 1372 Squadron, whose coaching, guidance, and support helped make the activity a great success.

The cadets enjoyed some excellent range time and benefited from first-class coaching throughout the day. It was fantastic to see the confidence and ability of all participants grow as the day progressed, with every cadet showing clear improvement in their shooting skills.

We are especially pleased to report that all five cadets attending the range day achieved their Bronze Shot award — a fantastic achievement and a testament to the effort they put in both during training and on the range.

Congratulations to all the cadets involved, and a huge thank you to everyone who supported the activity and helped provide this opportunity.

As always, our cadets continued to demonstrate our squadron motto: "Always Competitive."

👏 Well done to everyone involved!


OC Hertfordshire Wing Hertfordshire Wing Air Cadets Central & East Region Air Cadets Commandant Air Cadets

25/08/2026

🛡️ Exercise Spartan Shield (Wing Ex) 🛡️

Another slightly delayed post as the squadron has been busy taking part in a wide range of activities over recent weeks!

Ten cadets represented the squadron at Exercise Spartan Shield, Wing's annual fieldcraft and leadership exercise. Over the challenging two-day event, our cadets demonstrated resilience, teamwork, and determination, achieving an impressive 9th place overall.

This result marks a significant improvement on previous years and is a testament to the hard work, commitment, and team spirit shown throughout the weekend.

Cadets were tested through a variety of field-based exercises, putting their leadership, teamwork, navigation, and problem-solving skills to the test. The weekend also included a spot of target paintballing, which proved to be a popular activity and added an extra challenge to the exercise.

Supporting the event were our OC and CI Sanguineti, who both assisted with staffing the exercise. On his first Wing activity as a member of staff, CI Sanguineti took on the role of the unconscious casualty during the First Aid exercise, helping to provide a realistic and valuable training scenario for all participants.

Throughout the weekend, our cadets embodied the squadron motto: "Always Competitive." Whether tackling fieldcraft challenges, leadership tasks, or practical exercises, they represented the squadron with pride and gave 100% in every activity.

A huge congratulations to all ten cadets who took part, and thank you to the staff who supported the exercise behind the scenes.

We're proud of this year's result, but we're already looking ahead. Next year we'll be back, stronger than ever, determined to improve on this year's placing and continue building on our success.

And finally... if you've seen the team photos... can you guess the theme behind the names on the T-shirts? 👀

💪 Well done to everyone involved!


OC Hertfordshire Wing Hertfordshire Wing Air Cadets Central & East Region Air Cadets Commandant Air Cadets

22/08/2026

🏅 Wing Field Day 2026 🏅

A slightly delayed post as the squadron has been exceptionally busy with a wide range of activities over recent weeks!

On 4th July 2026, 15 cadets, accompanied by our OC and Squadron Chairperson, proudly represented the squadron at Wing Field Day 2026.

The Squadron Chairperson assisted with running one of the event stands, while the OC supported the overall coordination and running of the day, helping to ensure the event was a success for all involved.

Our cadets took part in almost every event, demonstrating enthusiasm, determination, and excellent teamwork throughout. Their efforts truly reflected our squadron motto: "Always Competitive."

Having now experienced the event, we are already looking ahead and identifying ways to improve on this year's impressive 7th-place finish – the highest placing in the squadron's history.

A huge well done to all the cadets who took part and represented the squadron with pride, professionalism, and commitment. Thank you also to our staff and volunteers who supported the event throughout the day.

We're already looking forward to returning stronger next year! 💪👏


OC Hertfordshire Wing Hertfordshire Wing Air Cadets Central & East Region Air Cadets Commandant Air Cadets