BRIDLINGTON SCHOOL Combined Cadet Force
	RAF Section Activities As a member of the RAF section you will have the opportunity to fly the Grob Tutor T1, simply know as the Tutor. This is the first aircraft that RAF pilots learn to fly in, mastering the basic principles of flight. Many senior cadets have the chance to take part in a Gliding Scholarship, where you have the chance to fly solo and earn your Gold wings. If you do not feel confident enough to fly solo you can still gain your Bronze or Silver wings. Not only this, but RAF Cadets also take part in dry weapons training initially moving from the .22 shot rifle to the SA80 – a weapon that the armed forces use. You will have full army training on how to look after the weapon, but more importantly how to use it safely. There is also an opportunity to sail with the Royal Navy Section. Bridlington School CCF has frequently qualified into the Nation Ground Training Competition. This is where the top 12 CCF RAF Sections in the country compete in all disciplines such as; Shooting. First Aid. Map & Compass. PT (Sport). Leadership & Command tasks. Drill and Ceremonial. The RAF Section is lucky enough to have ties to RAF Akrotiri, Cyprus, and have take trips of senior cadets for conservational purposes. In 2004 the cadets went to help guard the turtle eggs that are laid every year on the beaches that surround RAF Akrotiri, and 2005 the section went to clean up the beaches before the turtle season. Cadets also have the opportunity two take part in military modules test that enable cadets to progress through the ranks. The tests are based on military knowledge, many on the subjects mentioned above. The information is taught by Senior Cades. Strangely, RAF Cades are able to take part in all the sections’ activities; such as sailing, shooting, etc, but cadets in the RN & Navy are unable to attend RAF Camps, Fly or visit RAF Akrotiri. Ranks Cadets have the opportunity to progress from the rank of Cadet to Flight Sergeant, or even Warrant Officer if they are selected for the title of Head of Corps (HoC) – a position that grants a great deal of responsibility and respect from both Officers and Cadets. Officers in the CCF have Commissions from the Queen, and share the same respect as regular officers; hence the reason why all CCF officers are to be saluted. RAF officers hold the ranks from Flying Officer to Wing Commander, who generally holds the title of Contingent Commander.