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Pontefract Squadron Royal Air Force Air Cadets Pontefract Air Cadets is located at Minden House on Wakefield Road

Better known as the 'Air Cadets', we’re a UK-wide cadet force with more than 40,000 members aged between 12 (if you are in Yr8) and 20 years. We're sponsored by the Royal Air Force and can give you hands-on experience of activities and courses that will challenge and develop your skills to help you succeed in whatever you want to do. The RAFAC is made up of six regions, 36 wings and more than 900 squadrons within communities around the UK and overseas.

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08/11/2026

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Pontefract Remembrance Parade 2026.2460 Squadron was out in force taking part in this years Remembrance parade.All the c...
08/11/2026

Pontefract Remembrance Parade 2026.

2460 Squadron was out in force taking part in this years Remembrance parade.

All the cadets and staff should be extremely proud of themselves with the exceptional turn out.

This is my first year as OC, and I am beyond words of how proud I am to lead the Squadron.

Well done all for the amazing turn out.

Lest we Forget.

South & West Yorkshire Wing
Royal British Legion
North Region - Royal Air Force Air Cadets

SNCO PromotionThis evening a long over due promotion was made to FS Dassanayake.FS Dassanayake has grown in confidence d...
04/11/2026

SNCO Promotion

This evening a long over due promotion was made to FS Dassanayake.

FS Dassanayake has grown in confidence during her time with 2460. She has demonstrated solid qualities and leadership fitting of a SNCO.

From all at 2460, well done on your hard earned promotion.
South & West Yorkshire Wing
North Region - Royal Air Force Air CadetsCommandant Air Cadets

JNCO PromotionCongratulations to newly promoted Cpl Wright.After successfully completing a JNCO course, Cpl Wright demon...
04/11/2026

JNCO Promotion

Congratulations to newly promoted Cpl Wright.

After successfully completing a JNCO course, Cpl Wright demonstrated leadership skills, communication skills as well as a Drill assessment and uniform inspection. Cpl Wright performed very well in all aspects of the course.

Well done from all at 2460 and welcome to the NCO team.

South & West Yorkshire Wing
North Region - Royal Air Force Air Cadets
Commandant Air Cadets

This afternoon our cadets along with 23 South Elmsall Squadron ATC took part in the annual RBL Festival of Remembrance a...
01/11/2026

This afternoon our cadets along with 23 South Elmsall Squadron ATC took part in the annual RBL Festival of Remembrance at Nostell Priory.

The parade started at the front of Nostell Priory House followed by a March up to Wragby Church where the Remembrance service took place.

A big thank you to all the cadets and staff that took part today. They were extremely smart and represented the organisation with immense pride.

Lest We Forget

South & West Yorkshire Wing
North Region - Royal Air Force Air Cadets
Royal British Legion
23 Sqn ATC
Commandant Air Cadets
Royal Air Force Air Cadets

Poppy Selling 2026Today 2460 was out in force in Pontefract town centre raising money for this years RBL Poppy Appeal.A ...
31/10/2026

Poppy Selling 2026

Today 2460 was out in force in Pontefract town centre raising money for this years RBL Poppy Appeal.

A big thank you to all the cadets that gave up their time this morning for a great charity that has made an impact on so many lives over the years.

Lest We Forget

South & West Yorkshire Wing
North Region - Royal Air Force Air Cadets
Royal British Legion

Congratulations to Sgt Bateman and Corporal Stockwell We're proud to announce that both cadets have successfully complet...
25/10/2026

Congratulations to Sgt Bateman and Corporal Stockwell

We're proud to announce that both cadets have successfully completed their Bronze Leadership award as part of the RAFAC Progressive Training Syllabus.

Bronze Leadership is the second step on the cadet leadership pathway. Over the course, our cadets developed their communication, teamwork and problem-solving skills, and took charge of practical tasks to lead their teams to success

2460 has a new CWOCongratulations to our newly promoted CWO Iacob.CWO Iacob successful completed a board interview in fr...
14/10/2026

2460 has a new CWO

Congratulations to our newly promoted CWO Iacob.

CWO Iacob successful completed a board interview in front of senior wing staff officers aswell making a presentation. Which takes a lot of dedication, preparation and commitment.

From all at 2460 well done on your hard earned promotion.

South & West Yorkshire Wing
North Region - Royal Air Force Air Cadets
Commandant Air Cadets

Wing Archery Competition 🏹Last weekend, Sgt Chan and Cpl Hume represented the squadron at the Wing Archery Competition....
25/09/2026

Wing Archery Competition 🏹

Last weekend, Sgt Chan and Cpl Hume represented the squadron at the Wing Archery Competition.

Both volunteered to take part and put in the preparation beforehand, working on consistent technique, a solid shot routine and staying composed under competition conditions.

Shooting at wing level means competing against strong archers from across other squadrons, and they handled it well. A good effort from both of them.

Farewell CWO HanleyLast night we had a sad farewell as CWO Hanley departs 2460 to start his next chapter at Durham Unive...
24/09/2026

Farewell CWO Hanley

Last night we had a sad farewell as CWO Hanley departs 2460 to start his next chapter at Durham University.

CWO Hanley has had an astonishing 5 year career with 2460. Recently completing his Gliding Scholarship as well completing 2 Nijmegen marches are just a few of his incredible achievements during his time.

You will be missed. From all the staff and cadets at 2460. We wish you all the very best for the future.

South & West Yorkshire Wing
North Region - Royal Air Force Air Cadets
Commandant Air Cadets

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Minden House, Wakefield Road
Pontefract
WF84ES

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01977707984

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