News March 2008

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March's News from 2200 (Oldham) Squadron   An Air Cadet from Oldham will join other air cadets from throughout the country to attend the annual Air Training Corps overseas Easter camp at RAF Akratiri inCyprus .   Seventeen year old Cadet Flight Sergeant Callum Scott, of 2200 ( Oldham) Squadron, Air Training Corps is one of only five cadets from the East Lancashire Wing who will be attending the camp. He was personally recommended by his Squadron Commander.                                                                                                                                               “It is a privilege to be selected for this prestigious camp” said Callum “I’m really looking forward to meeting cadets from all over the country, and seeing what goes on at an overseas RAF Station”   Flying Officer Mike Holroyd, Officer in Charge of the Squadron, explained that camps are held both in the UK and overseas, and the aim of these is to give cadets an insight into life on an RAF base as well as teach cadets skills such as teamwork and self sufficiency. “Callum has earned this opportunity through his hard work and loyalty” added Flying Officer Holroyd   Callum has been a member of the Squadron for five years. During that time he has been involved in fund raising for the Squadron and for the British Legion. He lives in Shaw, and attends Oldham Sixth Form College where he is studying computing mathematics and physics. Callum aims to join the Royal Air Force as a pilot.   The Squadron meets at Wellyhole Street , Oldham, every Monday and Wednesday between 7 pm and 9.30pm. Young people between the ages of 13 and 17 are welcome to join the Squadron. Activities include: shooting, adventure training, canoeing, Duke of Edinburgh ’s Award, flying and gliding as well as opportunities to attend annual camps.   News April 2008 March 2008 Febraury 2008 January 2008 Older