Planning on flying somewhere during the school holidays, enjoyed the recent flying experience days or have a general interest in aviation?
If the answer is yes did you know that there is an Air Spotter Activity Badge you can earn in Scouts.
The requirements for this badge are set out below.
1. Be able to recognise by sight three-quarters of the aircraft in the list published by The Scout Association. The Information Centre has a free Aircraft Recognition CD for this purpose.
2. Complete one of the following activities:
a. By yourself or with another Scout, take photographs or collect pictures of a minimum of ten different aircraft types found in Europe. Name the different types and their uses.
b. Keep a log for at least four weeks including dates and times. Note the aircraft seen, giving any distinctive recognition features, and the aircraft's approximate heading.
3. Complete one of the following activities:
a. Recognise and name national aircraft markings, both service and civil, of at least six countries including the United Kingdom.
b. Understand the RAF and NATO system of letter designation according to aircraft function and give examples of three such designations.
c. Name three basic training aircraft used in private flying. Give a brief report on one, naming a club and airfield where it is used (local, wherever possible).
4. Describe the key recognition features of six aircraft selected by an appropriate adult.
If you are interested then please let Tony or Mike know. This could be an ideal activity to do during the school holidays.
