Young students from Longbenton Community College and St Mary's Comprehensive swapped their classrooms for cockpits to glide their way to success. The students earned their gliding wings at RAF Topcliffe in North Yorkshire.
We reported earlier this year that 16 year old Cadet Corporal Andrew Bull (pictured) gained his gliding wings and now five more of his friends have followed suit. The youngsters are all members of 2344 (Longbenton) Squadron where they have this exciting opportunity offered as part of their training.
Cadet Hardit Parmar, 16, said "It was one of the best things I've ever done. It was very challenging, especially the landings, but being able to tell people that I'm a glider pilot is mint."
Squadron boss, Flight Lieutenant Gary Richardson said, "The gliding scholarships are a major part our aerospace programme and I am delighted to see so many of our young people gain huge successes."
Congratulations go to:-
Cadet Corporal James Nealings - Gold Wings.
Cadet Corporal Charlie Smith & Cadet Hardit Parmar - Silver Wings.
Cadet Flight Sergeant Stephanie Robson & Cadet Abigayle Hill - Blue Wings
