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Celebrating Cadet Achievements: Badge Awards & Promotions
At 863 (Thurston) Squadron, we are incredibly proud of our cadets’ hard work and dedication as they reach new milestones and acquire skills
Dec 19, 20241 min read
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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
Dec 13, 20241 min read
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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
Dec 8, 20242 min read
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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
Dec 8, 20243 min read
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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
Dec 8, 20241 min read
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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
Dec 1, 20243 min read
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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
Nov 27, 20242 min read
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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
Nov 27, 20242 min read
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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 ...
Nov 26, 20243 min read
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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
Nov 24, 20241 min read
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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
Nov 22, 20241 min read
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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
Nov 22, 20242 min read
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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
Nov 12, 20241 min read
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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
Nov 11, 20242 min read
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Remembrance Day 2024
Remembrance Day stands as a solemn occasion in the United Kingdom, dedicated to honouring the sacrifices of military and civilian personnel
Nov 11, 20242 min read
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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
Nov 8, 20241 min read
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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...
Nov 5, 20241 min read
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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.
Oct 31, 20241 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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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
Oct 29, 20242 min read
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