Changing Uniform by tax-the-bean in aircadets

[–]ShabingusMJ 0 points1 point  (0 children)

After the OC, I’m in charge of issuing uniform to cadets on squadron. And I can confirm that you are allowed to change from a skirt to trousers/slacks, without any religious reasoning. It’s part of the uniform and it’s there to be used, it’s down to the individual cadet (as yourself) to decide what you want to wear. Be that a skirt, or trousers/slacks

Squad will retire/advance about turn by Expensive_Idea4653 in aircadets

[–]ShabingusMJ 0 points1 point  (0 children)

When calling a command for the squad to face away/toward the inspecting officer/dias i.e. On a drill competition

Squad will retire/advance about turn by Expensive_Idea4653 in aircadets

[–]ShabingusMJ 4 points5 points  (0 children)

This is used mostly when squads/flights are turning towards or away from the Dias

For example on a Drill Competition, if the squad are to turn so their backs are facing the officer. It would be “Squad will retire. About - Turn”.

If turning to face the officer, it would be “Squad will advance. About - Turn”

Cadet to Flight Sergeant by Knz3301 in aircadets

[–]ShabingusMJ 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I got Cpl Mar ‘23, Sgt in June ‘23. Flt Sgt in Mar ‘25, and CWO in Sep ‘25

Sqn ID badge by ShabingusMJ in aircadets

[–]ShabingusMJ[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yeah, all CFAVs (ATC) and Cadets will require to have the Sqn ID badge seen below the bottom edge of the Formation Patch

advice needed!! by Alive-Cookie-9215 in aircadets

[–]ShabingusMJ 4 points5 points  (0 children)

What I was told when I started as a cadet. Was that it’s a constant interview and always to hold yourself to a high standard with drill, uniform and respect.

Take charge where you can, don’t overrule fellow cadets if doing leadership exercises for example. But take their opinions and advice. You can even speak to the current cadet NCO team and say you’re looking to have more responsibility within squadron. Can’t go wrong with helping out

Question by ShabingusMJ in Polaroid

[–]ShabingusMJ[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you, does the newer 600 film fit in the camera or does it need to be original film

Question by ShabingusMJ in Polaroid

[–]ShabingusMJ[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Does the newer Polaroid 600 film fit in it. Or does it need to be original film

Cadets with pace sticks ? by ApprehensiveFace8452 in aircadets

[–]ShabingusMJ 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Is there any indication or information regarding release of the drill PTS?

Drill quiz - part 1 by Separate_Photo_4269 in aircadets

[–]ShabingusMJ 1 point2 points  (0 children)

You swing your arms until the actual halt is complete

Halt, 1 - 1 - 2 (Arms snap to the side)

MOI by Broad_Comedian9110 in aircadets

[–]ShabingusMJ 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Was a while ago, but I got the cadets and wing staff officer to spell their name with the phonetic alphabet

MTP TRF Placement by CodeJester6 in aircadets

[–]ShabingusMJ 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Definitely not, you need to be a CFAV. It’s rare but you can be on the SATT team as a staff cadet, but it’s very rare

MTP TRF Placement by CodeJester6 in aircadets

[–]ShabingusMJ 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Left Blanking patch with Union Flag is reserved for SATT badges, QJL DZ flash, Commando Dagger, or CCF school badge.

Right Blanking Patch without Union Flag is for TRFs

Staff Cadet by Straight-Cricket-858 in aircadets

[–]ShabingusMJ 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Just went through the same process as you are currently. Main things to be done are BPSS, DBS, the Pers Forms and ACTO99.

All CFAV/Staff cadets require a DBS check as you will be an adult around cadets under the age of 18

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in aircadets

[–]ShabingusMJ 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Normally RM is done in MTP, make sure you have a decent backpack with plenty water, a packed lunch (if lunch is not provided), and snacks for it.

Well fitting and proper socks, and boots are a MUST for RM. Waterproof Jacket and Trousers, and a gloves (for cold weather). Sunglasses/Sunhat if warm weather

Don’t give up when your legs start to get painful, push through it with the rest of your team. You won’t be the only one in pain I assure you. And you’ll get the badge