S&NI Region News

2013 Issue 8

Newsletter DateNov 2010In this Issue:

1. Lord Lieutenants Cadet2. MTP Dress Regs3. Banchory First Aid

Sucess5. Ami Swims to victory6. Shooting News7. P&D Results8. JDRF Walk Marshalling9. Meet Gala’s High Flier

On Sat 19th October, I attended the Cadet Pipes and Drums Competition held at theArmy School of Piping, Redford Bks, Edinburgh. Pipers and drummers from SNI

Region and from Central and East Region competed against ACF cadets from acrossScotland, NI and from Greater Manchester.

The ATC participants put up an outstanding performance winning some 10 awardsincluding coming first in an individual piping and in the quartet piping competitions. Thestatement 'swept the board' comes to mind.

Also, I was advised of the Gillan Trophy sports competition results for 2012/2013. Of the34 Wings in the Corps, I was extremely pleased to see SE Scot Wg and West Scot Wgcome in 3rd and 4th place respectively.

A truly remarkable achievement - 2 of our 5 wgs coming in the top 4 across the 34 wgs inthe Corps. In addition, NI Wg came a creditable 17th equal - a great achievement for a Wgof its size and with the logistic difficulties getting cadets and staff to major events.

Very well done to our pipers and drummers and to all the cadets, coaches and other staffwho contributed to the outstanding Gillan sports trophy results. Clearly, the Regioncontinues to 'punch above its weight' in all these activities!

Jim LeggatGp CaptRgnl Comdt

SNI Region Punches above its weight

Overall Winning Photograph -Tristar Aircraft - Air to Air refuellingWSW (2166 Sqn)

Media Communications CompetitionJoint 1st SESW (287 Sqn) WSW (449 Sqn)

Modelling Competition - Class 1 -1st Sgt Gault NESW (1383 Sqn)2nd Cdt Wilson NIW 2062 Sqn)3rd Cdt Folck HW (379 Sqn)

Modelling Competition - Class 2 -1st Cpl Pryde WSW (122 Sqn)2nd Sgt Revie SESW (870 Sqn)3rd Cpl Toland WSW (62 Sqn)

Modelling Competition - Class 3 -1st Cdt Clemson SESW (1232 Sqn)2nd Cdt McMahan SESW (869 Sqn)3rd Cdt Journeux SESW (1141 Sqn)

Best of ShowCpl Pryde WSW (122 Sqn)

Javelin Trophy SESW

Aircraft Recognition U16 CompetitionIndividual Competition -Winner Cdt Bannerman HW (379 Sqn)

Runner up Cdt Attwood WSW (449 Sqn)U16 Team Competition -Winner NESW (875 Sqn)Runner up HW (379 Sqn)3rd WSW (449 Sqn)4th SESW (1716 Sqn)

Aircraft Recognition Open CompetitionIndividual Competition -Winner FS Dobson HW (379 Sqn)Runner up - Cdt McKay HW (379 Sqn)

Open Team Competition -Winner HW (379 Sqn)Runner up NIW (2241 Sqn)3rd SESW (2180 Sqn)4th NESW (875 Sqn)5th WSW (449 Sqn)

Macfarlane Trophy HW

Banner Drill Competition1st NESW 2489 Sqn 201.252nd NIW 825 Sqn 2013rd SESW 2450 Sqn 198.54th WSW 137 Sqn 190.5

Parade Coordinator Competition1st CWO MacDonald NESW (2367 Sqn)2nd FS Tennant SESW (2535 Sqn)

3rd CWO Williamson NIW (825 Sqn)4th FS Keegan WSW (327 Sqn)5th 1068 HW (1068 Sqn)

Drill Competition1st NESW (2367 Sqn) 5942nd SESW (2535 Sqn) 5753rd WSW (327 Sqn)5394th NIW (825 Sqn) 5245th HW (1068 Sqn) 472

2013 Regional Trophy Holders!

Top Sqn in SNI Region -2367 (Banchory) Sqn NESW

Top VGS FSC -CWO M Selalmas 661 VGS (also of2463 Sqn SESW)

Top Female Cadet -CWO I Laing 287 (Stenhouse) SqnSESW

Top Male Cadet -CWO T Brownlee 833 (Antrim) SqnNIW

REGIONAL FIELD DAYFULL RESULTS

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Cadet Flight Sergeant Jennifer Adam (17) of 2175 (Rolls-Royce) Squadron, Air Training Corps was awarded the Lord-Lieutenant’s cadet at an official ceremony last night.

The Lord-Lieutenant of Renfrewshire, Mr Guy Clark, attendedthe squadron HQ at Whitehaugh barracks on Glasgow Rd,Paisley. The ceremony was also attended by Squadron LeaderIain Low, Executive Officer, West Scotland Wing and SquadronLeader Brian Wilson, Wing Staff Officer. They joined the rest ofthe squadrons’ cadets and staff as well as Jennifer’s parentsand brother to pay tribute to her 3 years service.

The Lord-Lieutenant selected Jennifer from a number ofexcellent candidates from the Renfrewshire area. Jennifer hasexcelled in her time as an air cadet, representing the squadronwell at various camps, sports events and ceremonial parades.Jennifer won our recruit of the year trophy in her first year at thesquadron, followed the next year by our drill efficiency trophybefore graduating to our cadet of the year in 2012. She hasachieved a Bronze Duke of Edinburgh’s Award, a SportsLeaders award, a Regional Marksman Badge and shecompleted the demanding Air Cadet Leadership course lastyear. She recently represented the UK on an International AirCadet Exchange to Hong Kong where she relished in the oncein a lifetime experience of sharing our culture with those from other countries.

Jennifer is applying to study medicine next year. She willshortly begin work as a Healthcare Support Worker within theNHS to gain some practical experience of caring for patients,she also volunteers with the St. Andrews Ambulance as a FirstAider.

The Lord-Lieutenant presented Jennifer with her award beforetouring the squadron and listening to the cadets as theypresented a selection of photographs of this years manyactivities, including flying, gliding, shooting, sports and camps.Mr Clark was delighted to visit the squadron and see theactivities undertaken by the cadets, “It’s great to see youngpeople getting involved in an organisation such as this. It isextremely useful for developing personal skills and confidence.”

Jennifer herself was delighted with her award, “I’ve thoroughly enjoyed my 3 years as an air cadet with 2175 (Rolls-Royce)squadron and this award simply reminds me of all the good times and achievements as well as all the friends I’ve made alongthe way.”

AIR CADET RECEIVES AWARD FROM LORD-LIEUTENANT

On Sunday 22nd September 2013, cadets from 1333(Grangemouth Spitfire) Squadron stepped in to ensure that

the Bonnybridge 10k, at Anderson Park, Bonnybridge, couldproceed as planned.

With 107 competitors entered to run from all across the Centralbelt of Scotland, the inaugural 10k race was in danger of beingcancelled when other parties pulled out of providing marshallingactivities along the route. A plea from the organisers to localcouncillors and to the Provost of Falkirk, Mr Pat Reid, resultedin the latter suggesting that the Bonnybridge Community Councilcontact 1333 (Grangemouth Spitfire) Squadron for assistance.

12 cadets from the Squadron, under supervision of their ownstaff, provided route marshalling and a water station in the areaof the Falkirk Wheel, guiding and cheering the competitors alongtheir way. Once all competitors had passed their location, cadetstidied the area and were transported to the start/finish line at

Andersons Park, Bonnybridge where they helped cheer thefinal competitors over the line.

Chris Harley (Bonnybridge Community Council member andevent organiser) said, "We can't thank you (1333(Grangemouth Spitfire) Squadron) enough for stepping in tohelp us. Without you, our event would not have gone ahead."

In assisting with theevent, Cadet DeanMcCarney (15) said, "Asa charity, everything wedo is paid for by fundsraised in our community.It's great to be able topay the communityback."

1333 Squadron make the Bonnybridge 10K … RUN

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1. With some minor exceptions, there is no MTP-PCS scaling for the ACO. However, as this clothing has become morereadily available from commercial suppliers and through Army/ACF sources, this document clarifies the regulations for wearingMTP-PCS.

2. Scaled MTP-PCS. MTP is scaled for some units in the ACO (SATTs and JLs) where this type of clothing is consideredappropriate for ‘normal working dress’. Scaling is on a minimum to meet the task.

3. Part Worn MTP-PCS. Limited stocks of part worn, serviceable MTP-PCS are becoming available from Service sourcesbut will be in short supply for some time in both quantity and sizes. It may be made available to units and individuals as andwhen available. MTP-PCS may also be available though local contact with Army/ACF units.

4. MTP-PCS Bought from a Commercial Supplier. MTP-PCS is now freely available from commercial suppliers at a costto the individual. This clothing, which is similar in design and colour to the Service MTP-PCS, may be worn. However, the qual-ity of this clothing might not always be up to the same standard as the Service-issue equivalent. This should be born in mindbefore any purchase.

5. Gore-Tex MTP-PCS. MTP-PCS Gore-Tex waterproof clothing is in very short supply and is unlikely to be issued to indi-viduals or units; therefore CS95 Gore-Tex may be worn in adverse weather conditions.

6. Wearing of MTP-PCS in the ACO. Regardless of origin, MTP-PCS is to be worn as a full suit – ie trousers and shirt,plus jacket as required. It can be worn with either a green or brown Tee Shirt as an under garment. Apart from Gore-Tex (para5), there is to be no mixing of MTP and CS95 clothing. However during the transition from CS95 to MTP-PCS it is acceptedthat units undergoing field-type training will have staff/cadets in both CS95 and MTP-PCS.

7. Boots. May be of either the Black or Brown Service issue pattern, or obtained by private purchase but which conform tothe same safety requirement, style and colour of the standard service issue boots.

8. AP 1358(C) - ACO Dress Regulations will be amended in due course.

THE ROUTINE, STANDARD DRESS FOR THE ACO REMAINS ‘BLUES’ FOR ALL STAFF AND CADETS.

POLICY FOR WEARING MULTI-TERRAIN PATTERN - PERSONAL CLOTHING SYSTEM (MTP-PCS) IN THE ACO

A determined disabled woman hasproved that anything is possible after

completing her first solo flight.

Pauline Gallagher, from Greenock, whowas born with cerebral palsy, says it felt'wonderful' to prove people wrong andtake to the skies.

Her love of flying started as a teenagerwhen she became involved in the RAFAir Cadets where she is now an officerwith 2296 (Cumbernauld) Squadron.

But it was when she found out about thecharity Flying Scholarships for DisabledPeople that her dreams came true.

The 37-year-old, who works in securityfor BT, told the Telegraph: "An armycadet based down south actually told meI would never be able to fly a plane, so Itook great delight in telling him when I gotmy scholarship.

"I did my first flight from Prestwick Airportand it felt wonderful - it was 8pm, a lovelycalm night and the sun was setting."

Pauline says that people are oftensurprised when she tells them how shetakes to the skies.

She told the Tele: "Months after my flightI was sitting beside someone on a planetravelling down south and I was talkingabout flying.

"This guy said ‘obviously you can't fly'and I said, 'yes I can'.

"He then said 'but you couldn't takecontrol of a plane on your own' - youshould've seen his face when I told himotherwise.

"The man just assumed that my disabilitymeant I couldn't pilot."

Pauline is now organising Freedom ofFlight - a flying relay across the UK nextsummer, where 70 disabled people,including a couple from Inverclyde, willbecome pilots for the day and raise fundsfor charity.

She said: "I want to change people'sperceptions and show that if you put yourmind to it you can do anything.

"I'm aiming to raise awareness ofdisabled flying in the UK.

"I also want to raise much needed fundsto support those using the power of flightto increase confidence and self esteem.

"It doesn't matter if you are in awheelchair, as (Continued on page 6)

Cumbernauld Officer takes to the skies

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On Sunday the 6th of October, 498 squadron attendedthe Youth Dedication Service at St Margaret's Church

in Motherwell.

The service - led by the Squadron Appointed Padre, GavinBlack - was to acknowledge the organisations, e.g. the AirTraining Corps, Boys Brigade and Girls Brigade, thatyoung people participate in these days, and to give thanksto those who help run these organisations on a weeklybasis. The three organisations paraded the Queens, andtheir own colours.

Our banner party consisted of Sgt. McLean, Cpl. Smith andCdt. Laurie. The cadets displayed a small parade whenentering the church and participated with enthusiasm in theservice. After the service, the cadets were invited to havetea and coffee with the congregation of St Margaret'schurch and were told that they were a credit to the unit.

By Cdt Laurie, 498 Wishaw Sqna

498 (Wishaw) attend Youth Dedication ServiceBanchory Air Cadets have been very busy with first aid

competitions over the past few weeks! Two weekends ago werepresented Scotland & Northern Ireland at the Corps first aidcompetition at RAFC Cranwell.

The competition consisted of a group scenario - where all membersof the team take part in an eight minute test of first aid andteamwork skills - and an individual test - where each member of theteam has to deal with a four-minute scenario on their own. TheCorps team, consisting of Sgt Tim Churchfield, Sgt Chloe Blyth, SgtAdam Davies, and Cpl Sarah Petersen did an exceptional job andcame an admirable second place out of nine.

This qualified them for the Inter-service competition, where theywould be representing the Air Training Corps (all 50,000 of us!) andcompete against the best of the Army, Sea, and Combined Cadets.It just so happened to be at RAFC Cranwell...the weekend after.

Slightly wearily, the new team (consisting of Sgt Blyth, Sgt Davies,and newcomers Cpl Bryony Morkel and Cpl Jana Wojnarowska -the other two were unfortunately on holiday so had to miss out)made their way back down to Cranwell for the inter-servicecompetition. The team came fifth out of seven teams, and werevery pleased to have not come last. As always the first time isalways the hardest, and the Squadron will use this experience asa stepping stone on to greater results. Well done team!

The Air Cadets provide three progressive first aid qualificationswhich are taught at the Squadron or locally in the North East ofScotland.

Pictured: the Inter-Service first aid team (Cpl Jana Wojnarowskaholding Slush the first-aid puppy, Cpl Bryony Morkel, Sgt AdamDavies, Sgt Chloe Blyth).

BANCHORY FIRST AID SUCCESS

Staff and cadet take part in the tough mudder - esquerace at Knockburn Sports Loch.

Today a team of 5 staff members and one cadet took partin the Beast Race, a 10km "Tough Mudder"-esque race atKnockburn Sports Loch, a local outdoor sporting venue.The race consisted of twenty obstacles, ranging fromascending hay bales, scaling walls, crawling throughmuddy bogs and streams, to swimming various sections ofthe loch. The team were raising funds for the urologicalcancer charity UCAN, a charity close to the Squadron'sheart.

Congratulations to Fg Off Miller, OCdt Horne, Sgt Beattie,Sgt Mitchell, Sgt Lawie, and CWO MacDonald. Plans arealready being made for a Squadron Tough Mudder team -

OH MUDDER !! - IT’S A TOUGH RACE

Congratulations to our swimming team who are the 2013 South EastScotland Wing Swimming Champions.

A fantastic team effort and our first trophy.

132 (North Berwick) Sqn –Wing Swimming Champions 2013

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The much awaited initial introduction of the HelixProjects "Kelpies" to the good people of Falkirk and

Grangemouth took place on Saturday 14th September2013. Cadets from 1333 (Grangemouth Spitfire)Squadron were, once again, called upon to help the eventrun smoothly.

The open day to introduce the new park and localamenities is a precursor to the full and formal opening inApril 2014. The Squadron cadets distributed maps of thearea, provided members of the public with directionsaround the park and assisted with the running and set upof many of the attractions organised for the day. The

Cadet NCO's organised members of the public to raise the branches of the fantastic sculpture by Mr Andrew Rigg called theWynden Tree.

Bill Moore, Media Relations and PR for the Helix Project said, "Today is our firstopportunity to introduce The Helix to the local population. We are particularlyhappy to have so many people here to see the progress on the Kelpies. Wespecifically asked 1333 to be here to help us, not just to make sure we hadsufficient people to manage the day, but to add their courtesy, smartness andcommunity spirit to the event".

Cadet Corporal Scott Queen said of the day, "The Helix provides a great openspace, well laid out with lots of potential for activities for people in the area. I reallylook forward to us, as a Squadron, making use of these facilities, right here on ourdoorstep".

1333 Help to Introduce the “Kelpies” at the Helix

Watch out forthe latest

edition of AirCadets News witha page about theRegional FieldDay at HMSCaledonia and thevisit to that eventby Grp Capt SirChris Hoy

NEXT AIR CADET NEWSIn what has got to be one of the

shortest Gliding Scholarships onrecord Cpl Calum Brydon-Leigh 2180(Galashiels) Sqn was accepted onto acourse last Thursday, started hiscourse at 662 VGS RM Condoryesterday morning and after 25launches went solo this afternoongaining his coveted Silver Wings!

To be fair Calum has done a bit of gliding at Portmoak on a regular basis but noone at 2180 ever expected him to complete his GS so quickly CongratulationsCalum!

Picture: Sqn Ldr Euan Campbell Congratulates CPl Calum Brydon-Leigh ongoing Solo

MEET GALA’S HIGH FLIER

Scotland and Northern Ireland Region Cadets who recently attended the North Region Music Services Overseas visit to Belgiumfrom 26th October - 3rd November.

The week consisted of rehearsals at Supreme Headquarters Allied PowersEurope (SHAPE) in preparation for two performances, one of which was at thefamous Menin Gate Last Post Ceremony in Ypres. All cadets had a thoroughlygood time.Pictured are:Cdt Sgt Ross Ewing, 1743 (Crieff) Sqn, SE Scotland WingCdt Sgt Matthew Haley, 2166 (Hamilton) Sqn, W Scotland WingCdt Sgt Natalie Riddell, 2166 (Hamilton) Sqn, W Scotland WingCdt Cpl Rachel Pryde, 122 (No. 5 Glasgow) Sqn, W Scotland WingCdt Cpl Lauren MacDonald, 1370 (Leven) Sqn, SE Scotland WingCdt Caitlin Duke, 2450 (Dudhope) Sqn, SE Scotland WingCdt David Shanks, Kelvinside Academy, CCF

REGIONAL MUSICIANS GET INTO “SHAPE”

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Ami Thompson(14) an air

cadet with 449Lanark squadronATC, Ami a pupilof Coltness Highschool has beenselected torepresentScotland andNorthern Irelandwith the aircadets at thenational competition at Royal Air Force college Cranwell.

Ami was part of the squadron team which won the WestOf Scotland wing swimming trophy with Ami picking up 3golds in Individual medley, back stroke and butterfly anda silver in the team relay. she then went on to compete forthe wing in the regional competition where she yet againwon 3 golds and a silver at the same events. this wasAmi's first competitive competition for the squadron.

Her squadron CO flt lt Andy Sutherland said " this was atremendous achievement for Ami and the squadron andwe are all very proud of Ami and everyone at thesquadron wishes her all the best for the nationalcompetition" Ami was also joined at the regionalcompetition by Cadet Sarah Sharkey who also won asilver medal.

Sports play a big part in the air cadet calendar and 449Lanark squadron has a excellent reputation in competingin all sports and achieving success with cadetsrepresenting at Wing , Regional and national level.

Ami Swims to Victory Shawlands Air Cadet selectedto represent Scotland in the

World Junior Taekwondo ChampionshipsA 15 yr old Leading Cdt of 2452 (Shawlands) Sqn

Quys Muhammed who is a pupil at WoodfarmHigh School has been selected to representScotland in the World Junior TaekwondoChampionships next March in China after recentlyachieving his Black Belt.

Craig Mathieson, one of the few people to have singlehandedlywalked to both the North and South Poles, took time out of his

busy schedule to make the trek to Grangemouth and visit the cadetsof 1333 (Grangemouth Spitfire) Squadron of the Air Cadets.

Craig spent theevening with thecadets describingthe hardships, thesights and thehighlights of hisepic journeys,coping with thesolitude, coldinjuries and alsofrozen food!

Craig was recentlyofficially awarded the title of 'Explorer in Residence' by the RoyalScottish Geographical Society. This is the highest honour availablein the field of exploration and is the 1st time in the last 129 years theSociety have made the award. He told the Squadron, "I'm extremelyhappy and proud of this title as it officially records all my previousexpeditions in the records of the RSGS, alongside Captain Scott,Ernest Shackleton, William Spiers Bruce and now there is me!"

Cadet James MacFarlane said of the visit, "It was great hearingCraig's stories of his polar walks. He was really happy to answer anyquestions we had from how he ate to going to the bathroom! Ithought Craig's advice of always working hard to achieve yourdreams was particularly good encouragement for us cadets".

the planes we will use will have disabled access."

The challenge will start at Blackbushe Airport inSurrey and will cover 4,000 nautical miles, with 70relay legs across the country.

Pauline hopes people will help her raise £25,000 tocover costs such as fuel for the planes, landing feesand accommodation for the ground support team.

She also hopes to raise about £200,000 which wouldbe split between two charities which help disabledpeople fly - Aerobility and Flying Scholarships forDisabled People.

For information on how to donate or take part in thechallenge visit www.freedom-of-flight.co.uk or go tofacebook.com/FreedomOfFlight

Story Courtesy of the Greenock Telegraph.

(Continued from page 3)

1145 (Dunfermline) Sqn Sgt Chad KenneyAttended the data communications

weekend learning about morse code, naval,Air Force and NATO messaging styles andtones. he had now completed all the moduleshe needs for his communicators badge shownbelow.

Data Comms weekend

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Below are the results of the Regional competition:

Regional Results

IndividualRank Name Wing Sqn Score

1st F/Sgt Avis C NE 1297 302nd Cpl Bruce WS 470 273rd Sgt Wilson WS 2414 27

TeamRank Name Wing Sqn Score

1st Stonehaven NE 1297 1192nd Falkirk WS 470 1143rd East Kilbride WS 2414 100

Reserve/SentryRank Name Wing Sqn Score

1st Cdt Avis N NE 1297 172nd Cdt Bonner WS 2414 143rd Cdt Avis D NE 1297 13

TEAM4th Stonehaven B NE 1297 805th Arbroath NE 2422 806th Roxburgh SE 1716 777th Stirling SE 1019 758th Lochaber SE 1730 749th Dundee SE 1232 7310th Montrose NE 2288 6911th East Kilbride B WS 2414 6712th Currie & Balerno SE 2463 40

Well done to all who participated.

REGIONAL CISSAM RESULTSEleven staff members from Scotland and Northern Ireland

Region have qualified to use the Cadet General PurposeRifle following an intense period of instruction and practicalapplication at the Air Cadet Regional Headquarters.

The course which covers over eighteen hours of instructionand culminates in a test of weapons handling proficiency (aWHT) prepares the individual for live firing on the weapon, aswell as developing the students firing ability. Future coursescould see these Cadet Forces Adult Volunteers becoming anRCO – running range practices for Staff and Cadet membersof the ATC or as a Coach, applying the principles of marks-manship to aid Cadets in competition shoots.

Sqn Ldr Paul Mathieson, OC Scot SATT said; “The elevenstudents who passed this weekend should be justifiably proudof their achievement. I hope to see many more applying tofuture courses as we increase the profile of cadet targetshooting in the Region and wider Corps.”

11 QUALIFY TO USE L98-A2GP CADET RIFLE

Awards from City of Edinburgh to Air Cadet Staff and CadetsRegional Commandant Grp Cpt Leggat with Sqn Ldr B Mcadam

who received a certificate of meritorious service from the Cityof Edinburgh and Flt Sgt Birss who was appointed Lord Lieutenantcadet for City of Edinburgh.

6 members of staff from Northern Ireland Wing areundertaking the BTCL course this weekend. They are

pictured below after completing their first 15km training cycle.

NI WING RUNS A BCTL COURSE

6 newly qualified BTCL personnel from NI Wing finished theirfinal trail. NI wing cadets speak to your Sqn staff now to bookone if them fir a days cycling on one if four authorised routes.

107 Squadron was asked again to assist in helping withmarshalling duties at the JDRF Walk held in Hazlehead Park.

As last year we joined with the Aberdeen Lions Club volunteers toman positions round the 5K and 7K walk routes to directparticipants round the course.

The weather forecast was notgood which reduced the numberof walkers but in the end it stayeddry.

JDRF is a charity whose aim is tofund research that will cure, treatand prevent type 1 diabetes andits complications.

JDRF Walk Marshalling

That’s all for this Regional Newsletter. If you have any articles that you would like published in the nextedition, then send them to Regional HQ for the attention of Sqn Ldr John Walker RAFVR(T).

We will try and publish at least a quarterly newsletter, (more frequent if we have enough news!). Cadetreporters from all wings welcome.

You can also submit news and photos to the following e-mail address media.sni@aircadets.org.

E-Mail - Text in either Word document or plain text files. Photo’s, preferably jpg or png formats (files nogreater than 2.5 Mb in Size please) and use E-Mail heading “Regional Newsletter Article” so that it isobvious as to the content.

In between issues of the Regional Newsletter, why not keep up to date by logging on to the Regionalweb site, http://www.aircadets-sni.org.uk

Indeed we have a number of people who can submit news items directly onto the Regional Website (bothstaff and cadets). If you are involved in your squadron or Wing in newsletter creation or media commsand would like to become a cadet reporter for your wing, please get your squadron commander to dropan e-mail to media.sni@aircadets.org with your relevant details.

Note from the Editor

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CADET FORCES PIPING AND DRUMMING COMPETITIONS SATURDAY 19TH OCTOBER 2013 ACO RESULTS:

Piping; Intermediate March2nd Cdt Sgt Ryan Rafferty, 2241(Regent HouseSchool)Sqn, NI Wing3rd Cdt Cpl Zac Stimson , 2500(St Neots)Sqn , Beds & Cambs Wg

Open March, Strathspey and Reel3rd Cdt Cpl Calum Carslaw, 1224(Wharfedale)Sqn , C&E Yorks Wg

Open Piobaireachd1st Cdt Cpl Calum Carslaw2nd Cdt F/Sgt Greg Harley, 1740(Clydebank)Sqn, W Scotland Wg.

Open Jig2nd Cdt Cpl Calum Carslaw3rd Cdt Pipe Major Iona Gregor, 1296(Turiff)Sqn, NE Scotland Wg.

Quartet1st S&NI Region ATC ; Cdt PM Iona Gregor, Cdt F/Sgt Greg Harley, Cdt Cpl Ryan Rafferty, Adult Sgt Grant Gibson, 2296(Dunoon)Sqn, W Scotland Wg.

Drumming; Intermediate Snare2nd Cdt Cpl Ross Stewart, 2296(Dunoon)Sqn, W Scotland Wg.

Novice Tenor 3rd = Cdt Keiran Smith, 2311(Glenrothes)Sqn, SE Scotland Wg.

Overall, the ACO were placed in all but one of the classes that we entered, with a total of thirteen medals won despite only tenof our cadets taking part. Also providing valuable support were ;

Cdt F/Sgt Keiran Murray,1232(Dundee)Sqn, Cdt Sgt Paul Guest,1143(Eighth Edinburgh)Sqn, Cdt Cpl CraigMcIntyre,1740(Clydebank)Sqn.

Pipes and Drums Competition Results

In the next edition we willdo a round up of thearmistice parades acrossthe wings.

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