33F Squadron (Battersea) Royal Air Force Air Cadets

Updates

Posted on 17-Mar-2020

Unfortunately due to the COVID-19 outbreak, 33F Squadron will be closed until further notice.

Posted on 18-Dec-2019

Looking back at 2019, it was a great year for 33F. We took part in more activities than ever including flying, gliding, parachuting and we ran 1st aid courses. Our Squadron also came 3rd in the Inness Competition and 3rd in ensemble at Wing Feild Day.
Well done to everyone for their hard work and...

Posted on 07-Dec-2019

The past weekend was a busy one for cadets of 33F! 3 cadets attended the London Wing JNCO Course (delivered with the assistance of our very own FS (RAFAC) De-Gale) held at 241 Wanstead & Woodford Squadron Royal Air Force Cadets whilst others attend the London Wing Band training & practice at 31 ...

Posted on Nov 24, 2019

Last month Cpl Kakanyera J, Cdt Kakanyera E and FS Camaly where invited on a parachuting course with 34F Squadron. Congratulation to all of them who had the courage to jump and thank you to 34F for the opportunity and for making this amazing video. @34Fsqn

Posted on 12-Nov-2019

Lest we forget.
On Remembrance Sunday, 33F Squadron joined the nation in its commemorations for our fallen soldiers. While some marched to St Mary's church others, joined the parade at the cenotaph.
Thank you to all the cadets who attended on Sunday.

Posted on 23-Oct-2019

congratulation to all the 33F cadets who participated in the annual wing feild day competition.
Here are the results :
- Foot drill: 9th of 28
- Ensemble: 3rd of 28
- Banner drill: 16th of 28
- Photography: 9th of 28
- First aid: 10th of 28
- Overall placement: 13th (up from 16th last year)

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Testimonials

3 years ago

A great place! I was a cadet here from 2004 to 2008, I was given the opportunity to take part in various activities at the squadron such as, First Aid, Foot Drill, Initiative Exercises, Observation Tasks, Target Shooting, Band and away from the Squadron i took part in National and International camps, Flying, Gliding D of E the list goes on! I enjoyed it so much in fact that i have stayed on as a staff member. Never a dull moment!!

- Matthew D

3 years ago

Really good place, it teaches you life skills. You are able to go on several events such as Flying, Shooting, Gliding, Camping etc. It is an amazing opportunity and something to put on your résumé/CV. The cadet experience is open to anyone between 13 (in year 8) and 17.

- Adrian A

a year ago

- zouzou s

About Us

We are a youth organisation with roots in the Royal Air Force. We are open to anyone aged between 12 (and in Year 8) and 18 for Cadets, Civilian Instructors, Officers, and Civilian Committee is aged 21 and up. We are one of the most active and successful Squadrons in the London area. Activities include flying, gliding, camps in the UK and overseas, shooting, expeditions, sport, ceremonial duties, participation in the Duke of Edinburgh Award Scheme, and preparation for nationally recognised academic qualifications, including BTECHs.

We meet up twice a week for our Parade Nights twice, during which we prepare the cadets for camps, competitions and teach cadets everything from Aerodynamics to 1st Aid and Archery.
Our Parade Nights run every Tuesdays and Thursdays from 19:00 to 21:20.

All cadets pay subscriptions for their membership to the Air Training Corps. Currently, the first month for any new recruits is free. After this, the cost will be £10 per month for subscriptions. Payments are currently collected via Direct Debit and Standing Order, with some parents continuing to pay via cash/cheque. The units preferred method of payment is direct debit as this significantly reduces our administrative burden.

Parents who are suffering any financial hardship should contact the squadron to discuss subscription payments, the squadron always manages to make arrangements for any enthusiastic cadet.

As part of the Royal Air Force Air Cadets, we take part in the remembrance Sunday commemorations, therefore attendance to this event is Compulsory. This will be held on Sunday 8th of November 2020 - Sunday 14th of November 2021.

Attendance is also Compulsory for our Squadron Annual inspection. This is usually held in February.

You can stay up to date with 33F by following us on Social Media

The RAFAC now uses the NEW progressive training syllabus. We encourage any cadets to get up to date with this new Syllabus.

Cadet resources (syllabus) :

Note : The leading, senior and master exams need to taken on the online learning platform : Ultilearn

List of the Ultilearn Login Details

Other Resources :

Drill Manual : AP818
Drill Videos
Dress Regulations : AP1358C
How to Shape your Beret
Buying Pieces of Uniform / Kit
TG 21 Form
TG 23 Form
1st Aid Resources
NCO Resources

Buy Squadron merchandise : Hoodies / Sports Kit / T-Shirts

Find out what we are doing this month : Training Programme

Make sure you inform us if you are not able to attend a parade night so it does not affect your attendance records. You can send us an email (33@aircadets.org) or fill in this form : Absences

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