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Thurston Church Christmas Service 2024 and 863

Last night, the warm glow of Christmas filled Thurston Church as 863 (Thurston) Squadron joined the community for a beautiful Christmas

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5 days ago2 min read

A Journey Through History: 863 Squadron’s Day at IWM Duxford

Sunday, December 8th, 2024 – Not an early start by our Squadron’s standards, but still, there were plenty of Sunday faces at HQ as we

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5 days ago3 min read

863 Squadron Annual Awards Evening 2024

Thursday 5th December, from 1930 to 2100, 863 (Thurston) Squadron hosted its Annual Awards Evening, celebrating the incredible dedication

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5 days ago1 min read

Celebrating Cadet Achievements: Classifications/Badge Awards

At 863 (Thurston) Squadron, we are incredibly proud of our cadets’ hard work and dedication as they reach new milestones and acquire skills

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Dec 13 min read

Recruits Training Camp (RTC) - 1st December 2024

The second day of our Recruit Training Camp (RTC) was nothing short of phenomenal. From qualification successes to thrilling activities and

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Nov 302 min read

Recruits Training Camp (RTC) - 30th November 2024

An Exclusive Experience for New Cadets On 30th November 2024, 863 (Thurston) Squadron will host its Recruits Training Camp (RTC), a...

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Nov 272 min read

Padré - uncertain world, the spirit of Christmas

"I was going to write 'Christmas Season is on the horizon', but it seems earlier and earlier every year, and we're in the middle of

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Nov 272 min read

A Message to 863 (Thurston) Sqn. From the CEO of Lloyds Banking Group plc!

Charlie Nunn (Lloyds Banking Group Executive Director and Group Chief Executive) has sent the message below via Mr. Byn Parry-Jones MBE

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Nov 263 min read

Recruits Diary Final Week - Passing out Parade

This night marked a monumental occasion for 863 (Thurston) Squadron as our newest recruits completed their journey, transitioning from ...

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Nov 241 min read

Celebrating Cadet Achievements: Classifications/Badge Awards

At 863 (Thurston) Squadron, we are incredibly proud of our cadets’ hard work and dedication as they reach new milestones and acquire skills

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Nov 221 min read

Celebrating Cadet Achievements: Classifications/Badge Awards

At 863 (Thurston) Squadron, we are incredibly proud of our cadets’ hard work and dedication as they reach new milestones and acquire skills

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Nov 222 min read

Origins of RAF Heraldic Badges

863 (Thurston) Squadron's heraldic crest depicts a flying salmon and we know the salmon works hard throughout its life cycle against all odd

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Nov 121 min read

Celebrating Cadet Achievements: Badge Awards & Instructor Qualifications

At 863 (Thurston) Squadron, we are incredibly proud of our cadets’ hard work and dedication as they reach new milestones and acquire skills

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Nov 112 min read

Post-Remembrance Day Football Match: 863 Squadron vs. Bury St Edmunds 301 Squadron

After a solemn day of reflection and unity at the Remembrance Day parade, cadets from 863 (Thurston) Squadron and Bury St Edmunds 301

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Nov 112 min read

Remembrance Day 2024

Remembrance Day stands as a solemn occasion in the United Kingdom, dedicated to honouring the sacrifices of military and civilian personnel

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Nov 71 min read

New Recruits Diary Week 8 Day 16 - Blue Uniform Handover & Beginning of First Class Academics

his week marked an important milestone for our newest recruits, as they received their official blue uniforms and embarked on their journey

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Nov 41 min read

New Recruits Diary Week 8 Day 15 - Blue uniform Arrival / The RAF OC Presentation.

Today marked a significant milestone for our new recruits with the arrival of the long-awaited blue uniform. In the background, our...

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Oct 311 min read

Halloween Special Planet Laser BSE - 863 (Thurston) Event

On the eerie night of Halloween, 31st October 2024, 863 (Thurston) Squadron embarked on an adventure to Planet Laser in Bury St Edmunds.

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Oct 312 min read

Silver DofE Successful Practise: SGT Colinwood-Hall, CPL Weeks, and CDT Trumpess Complete Cotswold Expedition

Concluding on 30th October, three committed cadets from 863 (Thurston) Squadron—SGT Colinwood-Hall, CPL Weeks, and CDT Trumpess—wrapped up

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Oct 292 min read

New Recruits Diary Week 7 Day 13 - Blue uniform / Shoe Demo and Practical

On Day 13 of the New Recruits Diary, the cadets at 863 (Thurston) Squadron delved into the essentials of uniform upkeep, with a focus on

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