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Taking to the Skies – 863 (Thurston) Squadron at RAF Cranwell AEF
The morning air at RAF Cranwell buzzed with anticipation. For twelve cadets of 863 (Thurston) Squadron, today was no ordinary day — today, they would fly.
Names were read out in groups, each one met with a mixture of nerves and excitement:
Sep 62 min read
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Why You Should Consider Joining 863 Thurston Air Cadets Today
Are you looking for something that combines fun, friendship, and personal growth? Becoming an Air Cadet can be one of the most rewarding experiences for young people.
Aug 273 min read
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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
Oct 31, 20242 min read
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Weekend Special: Snowdonia Edition Part 3 - 3
At 0700, the final day of our Snowdonia adventure began with the familiar routine—up with the sun, washing off the weariness...
Oct 13, 20242 min read
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Weekend Special: Snowdonia Edition Part 2 - 3
The sharp ring of alarms cut through the silence at 0700, signalling the start of a day destined for the hills. The team stirred from ....
Oct 12, 20243 min read
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Weekend Special: Snowdonia Edition Part 1 - 3
The thrill of adventure buzzed through the minibus as we pulled away from Thurston at 1700 sharp. Excitement surged ...
Oct 12, 20241 min read
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863 (Thurston) Sqn hand in hand with DofE (Duke of Edinburgh Award scheme).
This past weekend, several cadets from 863 (Thurston) Squadron successfully completed their Duke of Edinburgh Bronze expedition
Oct 8, 20241 min read
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Day 2 - Adventure Training North Norfolk
Welcome back to the 863 (Thurston) Squadron Blog! Day 2 of our Adventure Training was packed with skill-building activities and exciting...
Jun 23, 20241 min read
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Day 1 - Adventure Training North Norfolk
The cadets embarked on an exhilarating adventure deep in the heart of North Norfolk, where the dense forests and rugged landscapes...
Jun 22, 20242 min read
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