Date
2 April 2023
RO Number
2022/23-28
CO’s Message
Hello 809. This week, marks the 99th birthday of the Royal Canadian Air Force which was founded on April 1, 1924. Happy Birthday RCAF.
Regarding training, this Wednesday night will be a CO’s Parade and Inspection. Dress will be C1A, so make sure your boots are shined, uniform is pressed and all badges are secured properly.
809 Officer and Senior Cadet Staff Positions
Commanding Officer (CO): Lt Couroux
Deputy Commanding Office (DCO): Lt Russell
Training Officer (TrgO): Capt Emptage
Administration Officer (AdminO): Capt Lemoine
Supply Officer (SupO): CI Dau
Assistant Training Officer (ATrgO): OCdt Bell
Squadron Warrant Officer: WO1 Abt
Squadron Deputy Warrant Officer/Admin NCO: WO2 Vidal
Flight Commander/Supply NCO: WO2 Dau
Supply
Supply is open for exchanges and new issue on Monday evening only. Make sure you see CI Dau to set up an appointment.
Training
Regular Training
Where: Squadron HQ
When: 5 April 2023
Who: All Cadets and Staff
Dress: Cadets C1A; CAF 1A; CIs/CVs Collared Shirt, Tie, and Dress Pants
Duty Officer: Lt Couroux
Training Night Schedule
| Begins | Ends | Period |
|---|---|---|
| 1815 | 1830 | Building Open, Parade Square Set-Up |
| 1830 | 1845 | Uniform Inspection / Opening Parade |
| 1845 | 1920 | Period 1 |
| 1925 | 2000 | Period 2 |
| 2000 | 2015 | Break |
| 2015 | 2050 | Period 3 |
| 2050 | 2100 | Clean-Up Training Areas / Parade Square |
| 2100 | 2115 | Closing Parade |
| 2115 | 2130 | Building Closed |
Class Schedule
| Period 1 1845-1920 |
Period 2 1925-2000 |
Period 3 2015-2050 |
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|---|---|---|---|---|
| Level One and Two | PO/EO | M130.02 | M108.10 | CO’s Parade |
| Description | Describe the Main Components of an Airplane | Execute Salute on the March | CO’s Parade and Inspection | |
| Instructor | ||||
| Level Three and Four | PO/EO | M309.06 | C208.02 | CO’s Parade |
| Description | Plan a Lesson | Execute Drill With Arms | CO’s Parade and Inspection | |
| Instructor | ||||
Announcements
1. Monday Evening Optional Training – Monday, March 27
Dress: Appropriate Civilian Clothing
Timing: 1830-2115
Duty Officer: CI Dau
Aviation
Exploring the series “Dogfights” and military aviation history.
Sports
Open to everyone. Come out and have fun.
2. Gliding
We currently have 8 cadets signed up for gliding. We still have enough spaces open that the entire squadron can take part. I’ve decided to keep the sign up list open for the time being to give more cadets the opportunity to take part. This is one of the most exciting activities provided by the Air Cadet Program. Don’t let this opportunity pass you by.
When: Sunday, 30 April 2023 (PM)
Where: Welland CFS (Niagara Central Dorothy Rungeling Airport)
Flight Slots: 20 Cadets
Dress: Cadets C5; CAF 5; CIs/CVs Golf Shirt and Kakhis or FTU
Duty Officer: TBD
If you’re interested in going, please sign up on our website by Wednesday, March 29.
Staff: if you’re interested in supervising, please sign up. We’re looking for two volunteers.
Summary
All attendees must check-in for all in-person activities using the Registration for In-Person Events form.
In-Person Activity Check-In Form
This Week’s Activities
| Date | Day | Activity | Location | Dress | OIC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3 April 2023 | Monday | Optional Training | Squadron HQ | Suitable Civilian Attire | CI Dau |
| 5 April 2023 | Wednesday | Regular Training and CO’s Parade | Squadron HQ | Cadets C1A; CAF 1A; CIs/CVs Collared Shirt, Tie, and Dress Pants | Lt Couroux |
Upcoming Activities
| Date | Day | Activity | Location | Dress | OIC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10 April 2023 | Monday | Easter Monday No Training |
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| 12 April 2023 | Wednesday | Regular Training | Squadron HQ | Cadets C5; CAF 5; CIs/CVs Golf Shirt and Kakhis or FTU | Capt Emptage |
| 17 April 2023 | Monday | Optional Training | Squadron HQ | Suitable Civilian Attire | Lt Couroux |
| 19 April 2023 | Wednesday | Regular Training | Squadron HQ | Cadets C5; CAF 5; CIs/CVs Golf Shirt and Kakhis or FTU | Capt Lemoine |
| 24 April 2023 | Monday | Optional Training | Squadron HQ | Suitable Civilian Attire | Capt Emptage |
| 26 April 2023 | Wednesday | Regular Training | Squadron HQ | Cadets C5; CAF 5; CIs/CVs Golf Shirt and Kakhis or FTU | CI Dau |
| 29 April 2023 | Saturday | Female Cadet Leadership Day | 128 Flying Dragons HQ | Cadets C5; CAF 5; CIs/CVs Golf Shirt and Kakhis or FTU | TBD |
| ? April 2023 | ? | Male Cadet Leadership Day | TBD | Cadets C5; CAF 5; CIs/CVs Golf Shirt and Kakhis or FTU | TBD |
| 30 April 2023 1300h 1:00pm |
Sunday | Gliding | Welland CFS (Niagara Central Dorothy Rungeling Airport) | Cadets C5; CAF 5; CIs/CVs Golf Shirt and Kakhis or FTU | TBD |
| 27 May 2023 | Saturday | Cadet Day | Canada’s Wonderland | Suitable Civilian Attire | TBD |
| 3 June 2023 | Saturday | Bottle Drive | Various Niagara-on-the-Lake Locations | Suitable Civilian Attire | TBD |
| 9 June 2023 | Friday | 809 Squadron Awards Banquet | Niagara-on-the-Lake Community Centre | Collared Shirt, Tie, and Dress Pants | TBD |
| 10 June 2023 | Saturday | 809 Squadron Annual Ceremonial Review | TBD | Cadets C1A; CAF 1A; CIs/CVs Collared Shirt, Tie, and Dress Pants | Lt Couroux |
D Couroux
Lieutenant
Commanding Officer
809 Newark RCACS
Immortal!