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vehicle search situations. The cadets learnt about everything from training and caring for the dogs, the relationship with their handlers in addition to career pathways and opportunities in the Regiment. At the end of the demonstrations cadets and adults couldn’t wait to pet MWDs Ted (Black Labrador) Flash (Springer Spaniel) Tiny (Cocker Spaniel) and Duuk (Belgian Malinois).
At RAF Akritori the cadets enjoyed some hands
on practical demonstrations by the ammunition technicians of the Royal Logistic Corps Bomb Disposal Team. For cadets interested in STEM careers this was a highlight of their week. Taking flight in an RAF rescue helicopter was thrilling and
a memory of a lifetime for many cadets. The visit
to the United States Airforce and their U2 aircraft which flies in inner space with the task of monitoring trouble spots worldwide was awe-inspiring.
A day spent with 2 Yorks OPSWO Burma Coy allowed cadets to handle some of the latest weapon technology being trialled at the moment. Many cadets and adults were fascinated learning about the newest drone technologies.
A two-day tactical exercise gave cadets the opportunity to put all their field training knowledge into practice was the culmination of the week’s exercise, testing cadets in fighting through enemy positions, even in hot conditions. The cadets managed to excel in suppression and win the day!
Along with visits from the Honorary Col Simon Banks-Cooper and Chairman of the RFCA for Yorkshire & the Humber Lt Col David Rhodes the week was interspersed with cultural visits, clay pigeon shooting, cooling off by the pool and rest and relaxation on Tunnel Beach. Together with making the most of swimming in the Mediterranean Sea, cadets were instructed in paddle board skills, towed on inflatables in the bay and enjoyed a RIB out to sea soaking up the scenery and spotting turtles.
A day spent with 2 Yorks OPSWO Burma Coy allowed cadets to handle some of the latest weapon technology
Over the course of the exercise cadets learnt and improved some important life skills like self-reliance, teamwork and confidence and it was rewarding to see cadets grasping the opportunity to develop their leadership skills within their platoons. All the cadets enjoyed themselves, made new friends and had lots of fun. The week provided fantastic memories for every cadet and adult and there is no doubt at all that HSY ACF gave their cadets an adventure of a lifetime.
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