Today is Battle of Britain Day! On 15 September we mark the anniversary of the height of the Battle of Britain, claiming victory by the RAF over the Luftwaffe & ending the invasion planned for 1940. “Never in the field of human conflict was so much owed by so many to so few.”

440 (1st Manx) Sqn took part in today's Battle of Britain commemorative service, which included laying up the RAFA Isle of Man Branch Standard and dedication of the new one RAF Air Cadets Commandant RAF Air Cadets OC Merseyside Wing RAFAC Wales & West Region #BattleofBritainSunday #AirCadets #IsleofMan

440 (1st manx) Sqn cadet standard-bearers formed part of the guard of honour for the Swearing-in of Lt General Sir John Lorimer KCB DSO MBE as the island's new Lieutenant Governor Commandant RAF Air Cadets RAF Air Cadets Merseyside Wing Sir John Lorimer #IsleofMan #AirCadets #IOM

Congratulations to Sgt Reese Dalugdugan who was invested yesterday as one of two Lieutenant Governor’s Cadets in the IOM, and to Cpl Archie Skelding who received the Certificate of Meritorious Service for Cadets #IsleofMan #AirCadets Commandant RAF Air Cadets Merseyside Wing RAF Air Cadets

We took part in Remembrance parades in five locations around the #IsleofMan on Thursday & Sunday. Well done to all, especially CFS Shortland who was selected to carry the Union Flag and Sgt Dalugdugan on her first formal parade as Lt Governor's Cadet with Sir John Lorimer #IOM

Last week saw the 20th birthday of CFS Smith and his final parade night as a cadet. But it is not the end of his RAFAC career as he has successfully interviewed to become a CI and will be returning to the Squadron as a member of the adult staff team #IOM #IsleofMan #AirCadets

Many congratulations to Sgt Dalugdugan who recently completed 2 weeks' flying training in Scotland under the Air Cadet Pilot Scheme #Aircadets #RAFAC #IsleofMan #IOM

On his first visit to 440 (1st Manx) Sqn, MSW Sector Officer Sqn Ldr Collins presented WO Peter Doyle with the long service clasp to his CFM and Plt Off Jenny Wernham with her RAFAC commission scroll #IOM #AirCadets #RAFAC

Laa Tinvaal Sonney Dhyt - Happy Tynwald Day! 🇮🇲 🇮🇲 Cadets and uniformed staff were on parade today at the Manx National Day event at St John's. Photos will follow.

Yesterday we took part in the #Tynwald Day ceremony, which celebrates the Manx national day. Cadets were among the standard bearers and lined the procession route to Tynwald Hill for the open-air reading of the island's new laws in English and #Manx. #aircadets #iom

Cadets of 440 (1st Manx) Squadron were honoured to take part part in Remembrance parades and services around the island on Friday 11th and Sunday 13th November. Lest We Forget #rafac #iom #aircadets

If they’re waking up to a new phone, tablet, or games console this Christmas, make sure your children are staying safe and secure online. Our top tips will help ensure you have an #AppyHolidays. Read our December blog on ‘App Awareness’ here: ow.ly/Re8I50Mam5H

Wishing everyone a safe and Merry Christmas, and looking forward to seeing you in 2023. Nollick Ghennal as Blein Vie Noa #manx #isleofman

Exams can cause worry and anxiety for some young people. If your exams are causing stress - you are not alone. Check out these tips/support options from YoungMinds youngminds.org.uk/young-person/c… #MentalHealthAwareness #mentalhealthawarenessweek2023 get in touch if you need a chat.

Good luck to everyone taking exams in the next few weeks. We hope you achieve the qualifications to complement the skills you are developing with the Air Cadets.

440 (1st Manx) Sqn cadets and staff visited Douglas Fire Station this week to learn about their trucks and equipment, and when and how they use it. A huge thank you to Douglas Fire Station and especially Blue Watch for this amazing opportunity IOM Fire & Rescue #isleofman RAF Air Cadets

Are you aged 12-20 and live on the Isle of Man? Looking for something new and exciting, and activities that you wouldn’t normally get to experience? Then visit us on a Wednesday evening at Tromode Road, Douglas! If you require more information email [email protected]

We joined forces with Sea Cadets for a visit by Isle of Man Constabulary Eastern Neighbourhood Policing Team @TweetbeatIOM We learned about their work in the local community and even got to try each other's headgear! Huge thank you to the ENPT - we really enjoyed it! #aircadets

On Wednesday we visited Douglas Coastguard station and learned about the tasks they undertake and equipment they use for different types of rescues in the Isle of Man. Thank you to Douglas station of #isleofmancoastguard #searchandrescue #rafac