449 Squadron
The Commanding Officer of 449 Lanark Squadron is Flying Officer Andy Sutherland, his staff are Flying Officer Catherine Brown, Adult Sergeants Anne Sutherland, Stuart Murray and Civilian Instructor Peter Allish.
The Squadron meets every Tuesday and Thursday 19:00 (7:00pm) until 21:00 (9:00pm), the Squadron address is :- c/o Lanark Grammar School, Albany Drive, Lanark ML11 9AW.
The squadron takes part in many activities including Sports, Adventure Training, Duke of Edinburgh Award scheme and Nijmegen training this is in addition to the normal syllabus of Aviation based subjects. Projects include squadron newsletter, training aids and taking part in the Duke of Edinburgh Award Scheme. And is the only Squadron in the Wing to Own and operate its own Hovercraft.
On the first night a new cadet will be given a presentation of the squadron by a senior cadet, given a tour of the premises and then introduced to the cadets from there they will participate in the activities.
If you are between 13 years and 17.5 years and you have ever wanted to try powered flying or gliding or wanted to learn new skills like map reading, first aid, leadership etc. then the ATC should be your next stop.
Contact the Squadron at 449lanark@live.co.uk