Big Announcement Monday?

[wdimagineer2b]

I rather suspect the “big” part of the annoucncement will be considered an overestimation by many once we hear

[Jacques]

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I rather suspect the “big” part of the annoucncement will be considered an overestimation by many once we hear

Yes, I’ve noticed them doing some ‘managing of expectations’ on the Facebook page. They’ve been telling people that it’s not about the Tutor or MTP.

However, I’ve got to admit that I’m interested in what all the fuss is about.

[Gunner]

It’s about the new-look Air Cadet Magazine.

[JamesS]

Brassards being phased out in favour of a brownie sash, woggles issued in the thousands, cadets being retrained as miners, introduction of 747’s for AEF’s, who knows.

If it’s drill, uniform, funding or aircraft I’ll be happy.

[anon64537981]

[quote=“James.S” post=6481]Brassards being phased out in favour of a brownie sash, woggles issued in the thousands, cadets being retrained as miners, introduction of 747’s for AEF’s, who knows.

If it’s drill, uniform, funding or aircraft I’ll be happy.[/quote]

Nothing to do with drill, uniform, funding or aircraft.

Adam

[glass_half_empty_2]

@"wdimagineer2b" post=6477

I rather suspect the “big” part of the annoucncement will be considered an overestimation by many once we hear

You’ve been doing this too long.

I can feel a Gallic shrug building for what will invariably be a damp squib. IIRC Bader, Ultilearn, RACs were all BIG announcements. :unsure:

Unless it has a positive morale boosting effect on the ALL adult volunteers and cadets and doesn’t involve more administration, I don’t think they should bother.

[uivenger]

Is this the big annoucement?

The Royal Air Force Air Cadets are delighted to announce that six-time Olympic gold medallist Sir Chris Hoy has accepted an invitation to become an Ambassador for the Organisation.

[pEp]

It looks like it…

[Batfink]

Nah. It can’t be… they said it was a [size=6]big [/size]announcement…

[uivenger]

Mo Farah would have been more fun!

[charliecharlie2k12]

Plus it’s not 0900 yet. Must be two announcements…either that or HQAC can add an inability to tell the time to their list.

[Jonay1990]

Taken from the website

The Royal Air Force Air Cadets are delighted to announce that six-time Olympic gold medallist Sir Chris Hoy has accepted an invitation to become an Ambassador for the Organisation.

Sir Chris has close family ties to the RAF, having flown in a Typhoon aircraft at RAF Leuchars, and has already demonstrated a very keen interest in the Air Cadet Organisation – a modern, dynamic, air-minded youth organisation which offers fun and challenging opportunities.

With an excellent reputation as a hardworking, high achieving sportsman and an outstanding team player, Sir Chris is seen as an ideal Ambassador for the Corps, complementing the cadets’ core values of teamwork and excellence. His pedigree as one of the most successful, iconic British Olympians makes him the ideal role model for young people and the adult volunteers who support them.

In accepting this prestigious appointment, Sir Chris will assume the Ambassador rank of Honorary Group Captain, and having recently announced his retirement from professional cycling, he will hopefully find time to spend with cadets and volunteers at major events and competitions.

Speaking about the appointment, Commandant Air Cadets, Air Commodore Dawn McCafferty, said:

“We are thrilled that Sir Chris has accepted our invitation to join the Corps as an Honorary Group Captain and we can’t wait to see him in uniform and supporting some of the many exciting cadet activities on offer. We know that cadets and volunteers alike will welcome this appointment as something truly special for the Corps and we look forward to working with Sir Chris over the coming years to promote the cadet experience”

Sir Chris responded by saying:

“I am thrilled to be invited to be an Ambassador for the Air Cadet Organisation. I am really impressed by the wide range of activities on offer to the cadets and by the commitment of the adult volunteers who support these young people in achieving their potential and becoming good citizens. I particularly like the emphasis on sport and competition across the Corps and I look forward to attending events as and when my schedule permits. If I can’t be there in person, I will be there in spirit and I send my very best wishes to everyone in the Corps.”

[incubus]

Well, that’s dull, though it does position him well to be commandant of the Scottish Air Cadets after the country breaks from the UK.

[uivenger]

maybe he’s going to be doing all the sms/bader work to take the administrative burden on the volunteers?

[the_fixer]

This is a shrewd move by HQAC. Chris Hoy is an excellent role model.

HQAC have picked somebody with the credibility and celebrity to achieve similar to what Bear Grylls has done for the Scouts. At a time when public money can’t be spent on advertising we should be applauding HQAC’s efforts.

The timing is ideal and I don’t think it’s a coincidence that it was announced a couple of days after his retirement. Short term, TV will be clamouring for interviews with Britain’s most successful Olympian the week he retires. Long term, he’s won 6 Olympic golds! The nation won’t forget a person like Chris Hoy anytime soon.

We should be looking at the positives rather than display apathy.

[incubus]

It has all of the appearance of a celebrity appointment to garner cheap publicity. I’m not saying it is a bad idea but I’d hoped we could do better.

[uivenger]

Like Stuart Rose?

[Operation_Nimrod]

It has all of the appearance of a celebrity appointment to garner cheap publicity. I’m not saying it is a bad idea but I’d hoped we could do better.

Why so negative?

[the_fixer]

Like Stuart Rose?

The comparison is unfair. His role is different to Chris Hoy’s intended role. Stuart Rose was never a person brought to inspire cadets.

[MattB]

[quote=“incubus” post=6501]It has all of the appearance of a celebrity appointment to garner cheap publicity. I’m not saying it is a bad idea but I’d hoped we could do better.[/quote]As a charity is that not the sort of publicity that we should be looking for?