Scotlands Secret Bunker Visit
Cadets and staff from 470 braved Storm Dennis and travelled up to Fife on Saturday 15th February 2020 for an educational visit to one of our favourite attractions, Scotland’s (not-so) Secret Bunker! For many of those attending it was their first time visiting a unique piece of Cold War history and something that went unnoticed... Read More
Reach for the Sky!
A group of lucky cadets (and one member of volunteer staff!) made the trip through to 4 AEF based at Glasgow Airport on Saturday 18th January 2020 to undergo Air Experience Flights in the Tutor training aircraft. Thankfully they were met with clear skies so all cadets and one member of staff got the opportunity... Read More
Glider Simulator Training @ RAF Kirknewton
Four cadets from 470 (Falkirk) Squadron recently attended RAF Kirknewton on January 12th 2020 to complete the Part Task Trainer course otherwise known as Glider Simulator Training. This important ground based training for the Viking Glider is completed at RAF Kirknewton prior to the commencement of Glider flights so that the cadets can develop their... Read More
Merry Christmas!
The Cadets, Volunteer Staff and Civilian Committee of 470 (Falkirk) Squadron wish you all a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year. The Squadron is now on stand down returning to our normal parade timetable on Tuesday 7th January 2020.
Morrisons Bag Pack 2019
On Saturday 14th December 2019, cadets and staff from 470 Squadron attended the Morrison’s supermarket in Falkirk to bag pack to aid Squadron funds for 2020’s activities. After a very busy day packed with Christmas shoppers we raised a fantastic total of £978.68! On behalf of all the Cadets, Staff and Civilian Committee we thank... Read More
Remembrance 2019
At this time of year, 470 Squadron takes time to reflect on the sacrifice made by the members of our Armed Forces and those that have died in conflict to allow us the freedoms we enjoy each and every day. We provide an essential uniformed presence at a number of events supporting our local community:... Read More
Asda Bag Pack 2019
On Saturday November 2nd, cadets and staff from 470 embarked on another bag pack to boost funds in aid of our strategic Squadron projects for 2020. ASDA Falkirk was kind enough to host us for a full day of fund raising. The cadets were very well presented and they all worked extremely hard throughout the day... Read More
470 Shooting Stars Triumph Again!
470’s shooting team’s have continued their recent run of success by defending the Scotland & Northern Ireland Regional Skill At Arms Trophy this year. With strong competition from seasoned teams at 1019 (Stirling) and 1297 (Stonehaven) Squadrons they edged the overall win for a second year in a row. We also had two successful results... Read More
470 Induction Night
Tonight we welcome all our new recruits to 470 (Falkirk) Squadron as they embark on their initial training with the RAF Air Cadets. If you missed the Open Night then don’t worry you can come down this evening at 7pm and register with the unit. The way to get started is to quit talking and... Read More
#Team470 Supports 2019 Helix Duathlon
On Sunday 22nd September cadets and staff from #Team470 supported the annual Helix Duathlon which was hosted at the Helix Park in Falkirk. The rain certainly dampen the spirits of the competitors and we were on hand to marshal and assist the organisers to make sure the event went smoothly. We have assisted Falkirk Community... Read More