The Voice of Spalding and South Holland
Cadets are raring to show off their sharp shooting skills after learning their craft on a shotgun skills course.
Several of the cadets from 1406 Sqn Air Training Corps (Spalding) took part in the training, which first saw them learn how to shoot and handle shotguns safely before putting into practice what they had learned by having a go at clay pigeon shooting.
One of the cadets said: “The course was a wonderful experience. It was great to feel the kick of the shotgun.”
One of the Spalding cadets also has a reason to celebrate after earning a coveted award.
Cadet Sergeant Heather Stacey (17) has been awarded a coveted “Blue Lanyard” for qualifying to instruct the Qualified Aerospace Instructors Course (QAIC), which aims to deliver an exciting programme of aerospace related activities for senior cadets.
Selection for the QAIC was rigorous. The first part was a paper application, with successful applicants attending a selection evaluation weekend, where they went through a series of assessments, including a five minute presentation, interview, tests on the flight simulator and air traffic simulator, leadership exercises, discussions and an ATC/RAF knowledge quiz.
Cadet Sergeant Stacey is one of the few who successfully completed and is now designated as a Qualified Aerospace Instructor (QAI) and allowed to wear the coveted QAI badge and Blue Lanyard when in uniform.
Additionally, on successful completion of workbooks, she will be awarded a Level 2 ILM Certificate in Team Working and is now qualified to run and instruct in the Regional Activity Centre, such as the one at RAF Cranwell and on the Air Cadet Community Engagement Platforms.
Civilian instructor for the squadron said: “Cadet Sergeant Stacey should be very proud of her achievement and is truly a serious cadet instructor with some skills!”
