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CDT Gladwin Shekarr, CDT Billy Morgan and LCDT Bradley Gallimore from 708 Squadron receive a pre-flight brief from RACWA pilot instructor Mark Dawson before their flight in a Cessna 172R Skyhawk. Cadet Morgan later said, “There really was no way to get bored on that flight”. Photo supplied by PLTOFF(AAFC) Alex Hartner.

Introducing the WALO – AAFC’s Wing Aviation Liaison Officers

16/04/2020 Posted by Brian Hartigan 4596 Views 0 Comments AAFC

OC Aviation Operations Wing AAFC Wing Commander (AAFC) Steve Pepper recently announced improvements to the way flying training will be managed in AAFC.

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Cadet Sergeant Jasmine King, 708 Squadron, before her flight in a Cessna A152 Aerobat. Photo supplied by PLTOFF(AAFC) Alex Hartner.

Reflections on a flying opportunity over Jandakot

13/04/2020 Posted by Brian Hartigan 2848 Views 0 Comments AAFC

Two Western Australian Australian Air Force Cadet units participated in a very memorable flying activity out of Jandakot airport in Perths southern suburbs.

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CSGT Chevvy Dolan (608 Squadron, AAFC) prepares for an air experience flight from Gawler Airfield in a Cessna Skyhawk C172-S operated by Adelaide Biplanes.

Cessna Skyhawk Air Experience, Part 4

02/02/2020 Posted by Brian Hartigan 2802 Views 0 Comments AAFC, Australian Air Force Cadets

Late last year, Air Force Cadets from Adelaide’s northern squadrons had the opportunity to enjoy a Cadet Air Experience (CAE) flight from Gawler airfield.

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The blessing of the new 622 Squadron Banner by the 6 Wing Chaplain, Flight Lieutenant (AAFC) John Bennett. Photo by Flying Officer (AAFC) Paul Rosenzweig.

A CEREMONIAL YEAR END, Part 2 – No 622 Squadron, AAFC

08/11/2018 Posted by Brian Hartigan 3423 Views 1 Comment 602 Squadron AAFC, 622 Squadron AAFC, AAFC, Australian Air Force Cadets

At Woodside Barracks on Saturday 20 October 2018, 602 Squadron hosted the Combined Annual Parade of 602 and 622 Squadrons.

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SQNLDR (AAFC) Robert Boyd with members of the 2018 IACE Belgium detachment at the F-16 monument, Kleine Brogel Air Base, municipality of Peer, Belgium.

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IACE 2018 Part 1: 6 Wing’s overseas experience

15/10/201815/10/2018 Posted by Brian Hartigan 3908 Views 1 Comment AAFC

The Australian Air Force Cadets has just called for nominations for the 2019 International Air Cadet Exchange (IACE) Outbound Program,

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A No 76 Squadron Hawk-127 conducts an aerial display at RAAF Base Williamtown. Photo by Corporal Craig Barrett

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Jet support for two WA Cadet activities

28/09/2018 Posted by Brian Hartigan 2945 Views 0 Comments AAC, AAFC, Australian Air Force Cadets, Australian Army Cadets, Hawk 127 Lead-In Fighter

Australian Army and Air Force Cadets in Western Australian will get fast-jet support for two separate activities in WA this

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Leading Cadet Ana from 613 Squadron prepares to board her Diamond DA-40 during a Pilot Experience Flight (PEX) at Parafield Airport. Photo by Flying Officer (AAFC) Paul Rosenzweig.

IN THE AIR, AND ON AIR – Part 2

04/07/201805/07/2018 Posted by Brian Hartigan 2990 Views 1 Comment 6 Wing Australian Air Force Cadets, AAFC

The Duke of Edinburgh’s International Award Ana from No 613 Squadron, AAFC at RAAF Edinburgh has been a cadet for

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Cadet Corporal Nicholas Sibly accepts the Wing Inter-Squadron Drill Competition trophy on behalf of No 601 Squadron. Photo by Flying Officer (AAFC) Paul Rosenzweig

6 WING’S TOP SQUADRON 2018 – Part 2

13/06/201813/06/2018 Posted by Brian Hartigan 3913 Views 1 Comment 6 Wing Australian Air Force Cadets, AAFC, Catalina Cup

Cadets compete for the coveted Catalina Cup “Who will be 6 Wing’s top squadron for 2018”? That was the question

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The 622 Squadron team from Murray Bridge, winners of the Wing .22” LR Team Shooting Competition for the third successive year, with LCDT Jacob Lavery holding the .22” LR Champion Shot trophy. All photos by Flying Officer (AAFC) Paul Rosenzweig.

6 WING’S TOP SQUADRON 2018 – Part 1

11/06/2018 Posted by Brian Hartigan 4916 Views 1 Comment 6 Wing Australian Air Force Cadets, AAFC, Catalina Cup

Cadets compete for the coveted Catalina Cup “Who will be 6 Wing’s top squadron for 2018”? That’s the question everyone

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Leading Cadet Lachlan, No 602 Squadron AAFC, catches the attention of a potential future recruit while supporting the 146th Mount Barker District Show this year. Image supplied by 602SQN.

Life in an Adelaide Hills AAFC squadron

11/05/2018 Posted by Brian Hartigan 3660 Views 1 Comment 6 Wing Australian Air Force Cadets, AAFC, Australian Air Force Cadets

No 602 Squadron, AAFC Anyone who has served in any branch of a military or emergency services unit knows that

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Leading Cadet Bianca Willsmore helped future pilots get a feel for the controls of 602 Squadron’s twin-seat light-aircraft display.

Air Force Cadets support Mount Barker Show

09/04/201809/04/2018 Posted by Brian Hartigan 3753 Views 1 Comment 602 Squadron, AAFC, Australian Air Force Cadets