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It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of our Commanding Officer Flt Lt Jan Smith RAFAC. 

She was truely dedicated to our squadron and the young people. She worked hard to ensure that each and every cadet did the best they could and got as much from the organisation as possible. 

She dedicated nearly 30 years to the Air Cadet organisation. She spent 13 of those years as Officer Commanding 607 (Wearmouth) Squadron in a role in which she helped to inspire so many Cadets and Adult Volunteers. 
 
Boss you will be truly missed.

Our thoughts are with her family at this time.

Cadets across the country celebrated the 79th anniversary  of formation of the Air Training Corps on Sunday 2nd February 2020.

607 (Wearmouth) Squadron was no different, we joined in celebrations and a service of thanksgiving at St. Andrews Church in Newcastle upon Tyne. 

The Air Training Corps, part of the Royal Air Force Air Cadets organisation, was formed by royal warrent on the 5th February 1941 and Air Cadets mark this date with celebrations on the closest Sunday to the anniversary, the Sunday is referred to as ATC Sunday. ATC Sunday is always a great opportunity for reflection and thanks for the organisation that a brought us all together with a shared interest. 

Tuesday 10th January 2020 saw cadets and staff from 607 (Wearmouth) Squadron celebrate the successes and achievements of 2019. 

We had a lovely evening in the mess in the Army reserve centre where Cadets received certificate for the hard work they have out in over the last few months. 

The night also saw the annual presentations of our Squadron trophies, the recipients were as follows: 

Best Cadet: FS R Head

Adjutant's Prize: Sgt B Taylor 

Sportsperson: Cpl L Greggs

Highest Achiever: Cpl T Wilson Surtees

Highest Attendances: Cdt E McConville

Best Shot: Cdt Redpath

Cadets Cadet: Cdt McRory

Cadets NCO: Sgt J Swalwell

NCO's Cadet: Cdt Redpath 

The Spirit of Adventure: CI M McNally

The night also saw the enrolment of our new Cadets by Dr Malcom Toft deputy Wing Padre for Durham/Northumberland Wing. Welcome officially to the Squadron. 

There was also some informative presentations by Cadets about the camps and courses they attended this year.