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Welcome to 1404 (Chatham) Sqn ATC.

We meet on Tuesday and Thursday evenings between 7pm and 9.30pm.
Many other activities take place along side our official evenings.

Want to do more with your time, make friends get out and do things then contact us on 1404@rafac.mod.gov.uk or call 01634 812052 on a Tuesday or Thursday evening.

(for more information see the about section)

About Us

The Air Training Corps is a national voluntary youth organization designed to develop the qualities of young people. It is sponsored by the Royal Air Force and provides challenging aviation, adventurous and community activities.

1404 ( Chatham) air cadets offers a variety of activities for people ages 12 years (when beginning school in Year 8) and over. The squadron participates in flying and gliding, Duke of Edinburgh Award, adventure training, shooting, sports (including athletics, football, netball, rugby and swimming) as well as developing your interest in aviation studies. We currently offer 3 BTEC qualifications for doing these activities you enjoy, BTEC in Aviation Studies, BTEC in Public Service, and BTEC in Music.

The maximum age for entry as a cadet is 17 years old, therefore you can request to join us anytime between your 12th (see above) and 17th birthday. If you are above that age group and still want to enjoy all of our activities and more, you could join as a volunteer.

Adults interested in helping the squadron can do so by joining the adult staff or the civilian committee.

Want to join contact us on 1404@rafac.mod.gov.uk  or call 01634 812052 on a Tuesday or Thursday evening.

What we have been doing

6 days ago

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Kent Lord-Lieutenant Awards 2025A spectacular evening at Tonbridge School as His Majesty’s Lord-Lieutenant of Kent, Lady Bella Colgrain, led the Kent Lord-Lieutenant Awards 2025. With the High Sheriff of Kent, Air Marshall Nickols, Kent Wing RAFAC President, Mayor of Medway and many other dignitaries all in attendance. Huge congratulations to CI Graham Rowland on receiving a Lord-Lieutenant Award for Meritorious Service, over 40 year serving 1404 Chatham Squadron. Cadet Flight Sergeant O’Brien has been selected as a Lord-Lieutenant Cadet of Kent, an outstanding honour and a proud moment for 1404 Squadron.Across the evening 13 Meritorious Service Certificates, a Ulysses Trust CFAV Award, and the Best Reservist Award sponsored by RIFT Group were presented, and 10 new Lord-Lieutenant Cadets were appointed for the coming year.See the highlights from the ceremony and photos on the SERFCA website: bit.ly/4oyiVjYPhoto credit: Stewart Turkington Photography #LordLieutenantAwards #Kent #Cadets #Reservists #ArmedForcesCommunity #rafaircadets #whatwedo ... See MoreSee Less
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Kent Lord-Lieutenant Awards 2025A spectacular evening at Tonbridge School as His Majesty’s Lord-Lieutenant of Kent, Lady Bella Colgrain, led the Kent Lord-Lieutenant Awards 2025. With the High Sheriff of Kent, Air Marshall Nickols, Kent Wing RAFAC President, Mayor of Medway and many other dignitaries all in attendance. Huge congratulations to CI Graham Rowland on receiving a Lord-Lieutenant Award for Meritorious Service, over 40 year serving 1404 Chatham Squadron. Cadet Flight Sergeant O’Brien has been selected as a Lord-Lieutenant Cadet of Kent, an outstanding honour and a proud moment for 1404 Squadron.Across the evening 13 Meritorious Service Certificates, a Ulysses Trust CFAV Award, and the Best Reservist Award sponsored by RIFT Group were presented, and 10 new Lord-Lieutenant Cadets were appointed for the coming year.See the highlights from the ceremony and photos on the SERFCA website: bit.ly/4oyiVjYPhoto credit: Stewart Turkington Photography Kent Wing Air Cadets Mayor of Medway Royal Air Force Air Cadets Commandant Air Cadets #LordLieutenantAwards #Kent #Cadets #Reservists #ArmedForcesCommunity #rafaircadets #whatwedo ... See MoreSee Less
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2 weeks ago

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Last weekend our Squadron put on a remarkable display of commitment, skill and teamwork.On Saturday we travelled to RAF Northolt to represent Kent Wing in the Region Continuity Drill Competition. Cadets arrived early, completed a quick brief, practised on site and took part in activities across the base including E‑Sports, Ground School Flying with AGS 616 and the indoor climbing wall. The Continuity Drill final was fiercely competitive; our cadets performed a confident, faultless routine and finished 4th. Special praise to the team who have trained for months with minimal staff input and shown real leadership and resilience.Sunday began with final preparations for our Squadron Annual Inspection, kindly hosted again by Rochester Airport. With flying suspended for a duration, we were able to parade and be inspected in a fitting aviation setting. Parents, families and friends joined our VIPs: the Mayor of Medway and Inspecting Officer Squadron Leader Vince Beaney. Highlights included an excellent set from the Squadron Marching Band, an accomplished first public performance by the Drill Continuity Squad and a full inspection with march past and salute. Sqn Ldr Beaney spoke with cadets on parade and praised the breadth of badges, qualifications and experiences they have earned.Award winners celebrated achievements across sport, adventure training, drill and music. Standouts included Cadet Das for fundraising, Cadet Olawade as Band Person of the Year, Cadet FS O’Brien as Best Cadet of the Year and Sgt Simpson who received the Keith Simmons Award. Promotions were presented by Sqn Ldr Beaney and the Mayor of Medway, who also delivered a warm endorsement of the Squadron’s community role. Sqn Ldr Beaney closed with his own thanks and congratulations to the Squadron and Commanding Officer.Well done to every cadet, volunteer and family who made the weekend such a success. We move forward stronger and ready for next year.#WhatWeDo #RAFAirCadets ... See MoreSee Less
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3 weeks ago

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All, please keep a look out for one of our fellow Medway Squadrons. Medway Council ... See MoreSee Less
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2 months ago

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✈️✈️New Cadet Intake Open ✈️✈️Know someone aged 12–16 who’s is looking for something new. This is your chance to introduce them to something amazing.From flying and gliding to Duke of Edinburgh, expeditions, first aid, annual camps and leadership skills; the Royal Air Force Air Cadets offers more than just a hobby. It's gives you skills, confidence, friendships, and new experiences.🛫 Interest in a new challenge🛫 Year 8 or above🛫 Open to all young people aged 12–16🕢 Open Night: 16th September 2025 – 19:30Come along with a parent or guardian, or and find out what we’re all about!💻 Register your interest now:www.raf.mod.uk/aircadets/interested-in-joining-as-a-cadet/?squadronno=1404&id=22424FF8-39C4-45CA-... ... See MoreSee Less
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The Squadron was proud to have the Mayor or Medway Cllr Trevor Jones, with his wife Mandy as Mayoress down on a Squadron night.He was able to talk to the cadets and staff about the RAF Air Cadets, what we do, and how we help support the community and all the cadets in their future with life skills and training. Short demonstrations on the Squadron included the Marching Band, the Ground School Training on the flight simulator, and Radio Comms, along with some drill. All this showed what goes into the behind the scenes before the squadron attends formal services within Medway and helps support the Mayoralty. The Mayor formally presented the Medway Mayors Cadet Patch to Sgt Simpson as the Mayors Cadet of Medway for the year. Sgt Simpson will support the Mayors office on official duties and events. It was a great opportunity and the first time a RAF Air Cadet was selected for Medway. #whatwedo ... See MoreSee Less
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5 months ago

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6 months ago

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VE Day Parade & CeremonyThe Squadron supported a day of VE Day Ceremonial events as invited by Medway Council.We started at the Brompton Royal Engineers Museum, supporting the VE Day ceremony there.Later in the afternoon, we joined the main parade on Rochester High Street to Rochester Cathedral.Cadets from 25 Parkwood Squadron - Royal Air Force Air Cadets ; 213 City Of Rochester Sqn Royal Air Force Air Cadets & 1039 (Gillingham) Squadron ATC joined 1404 Cadets to represent the RAFAC in the Medway Towns.The banners led the parade off, to the music of the 1404 Squadron Band, leading the 200 Regulars from REME Brompton, other Cadet Forces, and Veterans.After the Evensong at Rochester Cathedral, we marched back to the War Memorial. Deputy Lord Lieutenant of Kent, Brigadier Gilbert inspected the RAFAC Cadets. Before a short march back along Rochester High Street. A big thank you to all Cadets who participated, with a special mention to those attending a parade for the first time.Royal Air Force Air CadetsCommandant Air CadetsRegional Commandant LASER Air CadetsLondon & South East Region Air Cadets ... See MoreSee Less
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6 months ago

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The Squadron helping with the Ceremony this morning for VE Day, we are back on parade at 4.50pm today for the full parade through Rochester High Street. Royal Air Force Air Cadets Commandant Air Cadets ... See MoreSee Less
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We assisted the Medway Scouts today for St George's Day Parade. Squadron band leading the parade. ... See MoreSee Less
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7 months ago

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Support the Squadron when you shop in your local Tesco. We are in the Customer Vote for a Stronger Starts grant and could receive upto £1,500 for new Archery Kit. So grab a blue token and use it to vote for us. We are in the Lordswood Express Tescos and Rainham Tescos until June 2025. #whatewedo #TescoStrongerStarts ... See MoreSee Less
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8 months ago

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Well Done to Cdt Coyle and Cdt Pirlea half of the Under 15 Boys Kent Wing X Country team and help Kent come 1st in the group. Wing Blues and Medals for them both.Kent Wing came 2nd place against the other wings, only 1 point away from the overall winners, Surrey Wing. ... See MoreSee Less
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Contact

We are based in
Boundary Road
Chatham
Kent
(Non Postal Address)
Tel: 01634 812052
email: 1404@rafac.mod.gov.uk

Hours
(Evening Parades)
Tuesday & Thursday: 7:00PM–9:30PM

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