Category: News

🚒 Visit to Tynemouth Community Fire Station Thank you Tyne and Wear Fire and Rescue Service! Last night, our cadets and staff were treated to a behind-the-scenes tour of Tynemouth Community Fire Station. Cadets enjoyed an informative talk from some of the firefighters, followed by a live demonstration from the fire cadets. Our own cadets…

🎖 Regional Commandant’s Commendation for OC 2344 Huge congratulations to OC 2344, Flt Lt Calum Hartwell on receiving a Regional Commandant’s Commendation in recognition of his dedication not only to the squadron but also to Durham/Northumberland Wing. This award recognises Flt Lt Hartwell’s outstanding contributions to Wing-level Method of Instruction training, as well as his…

📣 Calling Ex-Cadets – Help Us Build Our History Calling ex-cadets, staff, and associates of 2344 (Longbenton) Squadron! Do you have any stories or facts about the history of Longbenton Squadron? Our cadets are working to piece together a comprehensive squadron history to be shared and remembered for generations to come. If you or someone…

On the 21/01/25, Rev. Benjamin Jarvis was formally installed as Chaplain to 2344 Squadron The squadron was joined by Rev. Alun Hurd who officially installed Fr. Ben as the Squadron’s padre. Fr. Ben is no stranger to the squadron, or even the ATC having been a cadet himself at the former 1132 Squadron, he’s been…