1099 (Worsley) Squadron

My son has grown so much in confidence since joining. The staff are brilliant and the activities are amazing. He really enjoys the cyber which 1099 offers. He looks forward to parade nights all week!

Joining the Air Cadets was the best decision I've made. I've been flying, camping, made loads of friends, and learned skills I'll use forever. I wouldn't change it for anything else!

"1099 has shaped my confidence, leadership, and resilience since joining in 2017. Progressing to Flying Officer while studying medicine, the discipline and adaptability I've gained here underpins my success in both academic and professional life."

I am currently a cadet here at 1099, where I am accepted, supported and involved. The staff here are friendly and funny, they value every cadet and I am glad to be one of them. 1099 is like a home away from home and I am so glad to be part of their family.

I would say joining the air cadets was one of the best choices I made, as you go on meeting so much new people whilst also learning new things and also it teaching you essentials to be a better person overall with you learning things like; public speaking, DofE and many other things that are beneficial.

Being at 1099 is a brilliant experience, there are many opportunities to lots of courses and activities. Being at 1099 also allows people to have fun whilst still keeping Discipline and standards high.

"1099 is a great squadron with friendly, welcoming staff and cadets. When I joined I only knew a couple of people, but I've since made so many friends. I didn't have much confidence at first, but the staff and cadets have really helped boost it."

I have had an amazing experience with cadets so far completing many courses and going on many different camps and making lots of new friends. 1099 has a family feeling and has a very welcoming environment and it's all down to the staff that make it so enjoyable. Not got a bad word to say about anything at 1099.

A wonderful organisation which teaches valuable life skills, provides unique opportunities, boosts confidence, and develops character. What you put in is what you get out 💪

"I enjoy activities like first aid and leadership training — it's been really fun experiencing something completely different and learning things I'd never encountered before. The skills I gain aren't just useful within cadets, they'll benefit me in everyday life and future opportunities too."

Very good squadron, made many new friends and lots of events and new places to go.

It has been the best years of my life while in the air cadets, it has allowed me to do so many things I only thought I could dream of.