Change of date for interview for Pearce Air Base Visit and Glider Course

All Part C cadets who have or are applying for the Pearce Air Base Visit and Glider Course, please note that the date for the interview has been brought forward to the 20th , instead of the 26th Nov 2008. Though the date has changed, the selection criteria has not. ONLY SHORTLISTED CANDIDATES WILL BE NOTIFIED TO GO FOR THE INTERVIEW. Since the closing date for application is 19th, I think you will be notified about your status before or on the 19th itself. Consequently, those who did not receive any would naturally mean that they are not selected. All the best to all the applicants! :P

SBAB ATTACHMENT 2008

A group of 1 senior specalist and 6 Specialists attended the SBAB attachment from 12 to 14 Nov 2008. It was really a good experience as we had the privilege to tour around and look at different parts of RSAF’s weapons, vehicles and aircraft.

On 12 Nov, we first proceeded to the Officers’ Mess where we were introduced to RSAF aircrafts and learnt about their various uses. After which, we had the CH-47 (Chinook) joyride. Although the ride lasted for only 15 mins, it was an experience of a lifetime as the enormous tail door was not closed during the entire flight, leaving us exposed to the outside even when the Chinook was airborne, giving us an excellent view of the island. Safety was not much of a worry as the safety officer on duty ensured that we were secure during the flight.

On 13 Nov, we learnt about the different equipment that RSAF used and how they maintained the standards of their aircraft. We then experienced 2 different aircraft simulators where the virtual effects felt really real.

On 14 Nov, we visited Chong Pang camp where we were introduced to mainly RSAF ground equipment and weapons by the officers and specialists.

With this, I conclude the end of my report on this year’s attachment.

3SG Tan Jun Liang

Here are some photos taken during the attachment:

NCC VISIT TO PEARCE AIR BASE, PERTH AUSTRALIA (8 to 13 Dec 08)

HQ NCC is organizing a training visit to Pearce Air Base in Australia as part of the initiatives under the NCC 21 Masterplan. A total of 2 X NCC Officers and 10 X NCC Cadets (Part C and above) will be selected to participate in the overseas training visit programme from 8 to 13 Dec 08 (Tentative date). The objectives of the visit are as follows: a. To improve the goodwill between HQ NCC and HQ RSAF under the Cadet Exchange Programme, as encompassed in the NCC 21 Masterplan. b. To observe RSAF pilot trainee training in Pearce Air Base, Australia for the purpose of exposing NCC cadets to pilot trainee training in a SAF Overseas Training Base so as to increase military awareness in NCC Cadets. c. To reward deserving NCC Officers, Cadet Officers and Cadets for their outstanding contributions to the organization. The proposed programme will include the following: a. Courtesy-call. The NCC Delegation will make a courtesy call to Base Commander. After a briefing, the NCC Delegation leader will present a memento to the Base Commander. b. Visit to SAF Training Activities. To experience SAF Overseas training, the NCC Delegation will observe a RSAF pilot trainee training. c. Educational Visit Training. Participants will undergo a 1 day educational programme in Perth where they may experience the Australian’s culture. All participating Cadet Officers and cadets are to co-pay a fixed rate of $150 for the programme. All participants must be aware that if they fail to attend the training, they must pay in full for all cost incurred by National Cadet Corps. Cadets who are interested please see Mr Victor Tan for application. All completed application forms (with a photocopy of the passport showing both the date of issue and expiry) are to be submitted to the respective District Commanders by 21 Nov 08 for compilation. Late or incomplete submissions will not be entertained. Only short-listed Teacher-Officers, Cadet Officers and cadets are to attend an interview panel chaired by Commandant NCC or HTM on 26 Nov 08, 1500 hr at NCC Council Room, NCC Campus. Officers and cadets are to seek the approval and signature of the Principal of the secondary school they are teaching/studying in while Cadets Officers are to seek the approval and signature of the Principal/Course Manager of the tertiary institution they are studying in. All selected participants are to assist in the NCC ICEP (Inbound) to be held in Dec 09.

GLIDER COURSE IN INDIA FROM 1 TO 24 DEC 08 (tentative date)

This programme will enable cadets to learn new skills, develop an adventurous spirit and resilience and have a chance to develop friendship with NCC India cadets. HQ NCC is sending 2 x Teacher Officers and 5 Cadet Officers/Cadets (Part C and above) for the Glider Course in India from 1 to 24 Dec 08. (tentative date) The objectives of the course are as follows: a. To improve the goodwill between NCC Singapore and NCC India and allow cadets to promote friendship and goodwill between cadets of both organisations. b. To provide Glider training for cadets in a new environment and learn new skills. c. It is also part of the incentive programme to reward deserving Cadet Officers and Cadets who have been outstanding in training and contribution to NCC. All participating Cadet Officers and Cadets are to co-pay a fixed rate of $100 for the programme. Cadets who are interested please see Mr Victor Tan for application. All completed application forms with a photocopy of the passport showing both the date of issue and expiry [with minimum 6 months validity from the date of departure] are to be submitted to the respective District Commanders by 21 Nov 08 for compilation. Late or incomplete submissions will not be entertained. Only short-listed Teacher-Officers, Cadet Officers and Cadets are to attend an interview panel chaired by Commandant NCC or HTM on Wed 26 Nov 08, 1500 hr at NCC Council Room, NCC Campus.

ANNUAL SHOOTING COMPETITION 2008 (AMENDED)

The NCC Shooting Competition 2008 will be conducted at Nee Soon IMT ranges for Part A and B cadets, and Nee Soon 100m Ranges for Part C Cadets. This event is open to both boys and girls cadets of the Districts. OBJECTIVE OF THE COMPETITION The objective of the competition is to introduce and promote competitive musketry shooting among our cadets, to foster the spirit of competition and generate interest and attain excellence in skilled musketry. SCHEDULE PART A (EVENT 1): DATE: 17 NOV 2008 VENUE: NEE SOON CAMP IMT CENTRE TIME: 8AM - 12PM (REPORT TO SSG TAN QI GUANG @ KHATIB MRT BY 7.15AM.) CADETS INVOLVED: LCP GAINES GOH (TEAM IC) LCP BRANDON CHAN LCP JONATHON LUKE LCP LUM JIAN MING LCP OH YONG XIANG PART B (EVENT 3): DATE: 17 NOV 2008 VENUE: NEE SOON CAMP IMT CENTRE TIME: 1230PM- 5PM (REPORT TO 2SG CORY TAM @ KHATIB MRT BY 11.30AM.) CADETS INVOLVED: CPL AVION LIM (TEAM IC) CPL BRYAN TAN CPL LIM ZHUO AN CPL CHAN GUO JING CPL LEON LIM IMPORTANT: BOTH PART A AND B CADETS HAVE TO MAKE THEIR WAY TO THE NEE SOON IMT RANGE USING THE TRANSPORTATION PROVIDED BY NCC HQ AT KHATIB MRT. DETAILS ARE AS FOLLOWS: Please note that the ferry service from Khatib MRT to Nee Soon Range operates from 0730 hrs -0930 hrs; 1100 hrs - 1400 hrs & 1600 hrs to 1800 hrs for Day 1 to 4, and 0730 hrs to 1500 hrs on Day 5. PART C (EVENT 5): DATE: 19 NOV 2008 VENUE: NEE SOON CAMP 100M LIVE RANGE TIME: 8AM - 12PM (REPORT TO MR LIM HWEE CHONG IN SCHOOL BY 7.15AM; TRANSPORT FROM SCHOOL IS PROVIDED) CADETS INVOLVED: 3SG MUHD FAHMI (TEAM IC) 3SG LUCAS ZHU 3SG CALVIN HO 3SG AMIRUR 3SG ONG SZE SWEE SSG MARCUS HO (ACCOMPANYING SENIOR SPECIALIST) FURTHER INFORMATION: TEAM ICs please make it a point to find out from the respective officers in-charge at the range if your teams have made it to the finals or are prize recipients. Day 5 (Finals) All firers (only cadets who have made it to the finals) will report by 0800 hrs, Part A & B (Prize recipients) by 1000 hrs.

PDS AI COURSE

SSG Firman can report for the abovementioned activity after his lessons and Physics SPA respectively on 10 and 11 Nov 2008.