Australian Air League in Moorebank, New South Wales | Specialty School

Australian Air League

Locality: Moorebank, New South Wales

Phone: +61 2 9153 7415

Address: McKay Ave 2170 Moorebank, NSW, Australia

Website: http://moorebank.airleague.com.au

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25.01.2022 Earlier today Mr Trostel attended the Revesby Workers ANZAC Day Service to support Australian Air League - Padstow Squadron

25.01.2022 Visit to Western Sydney International Airport - This morning Moorebank Squadron travelled out to Badgerys Creek to see the construction of the new airport. The cadets had a fantastic time going through the Experience Centre and on behalf of the squadron we wish to thank WSAco again for their hospitality and for this opportunity! #avgeek #cadets #pilotlife #volunteering #lovelivo #moorebankblackbirds

25.01.2022 To celebrate the release of Microsoft's newest instalment of the Flight Simulator series with FS2020, we share this throwback photo to when the squadron would travel around the community attending various events, festivals, and fetes with our portable flight simulator. Our members can't wait to get back out in the local area once it's safe to do so and share the joy of flight with youngsters again! #throwbackthursday #avgeek #cadets #pilotlife #truelocal #lovelivo #moorebankblackbirds

25.01.2022 Our #waybackwednesday this week is the Hinkler Wing Parade/ Manly 80th Anniversary Celebrations which took place in June 2015 and was attended by local MP and then Prime Minister Tony Abbott. The afternoon was a great success with Moorebank Squadron placing in a number of on-the-march competitions. #avgeek #cadets #volunteering #marching #truelocal #band #moorebankblackbirds

24.01.2022 Moorebank Squadron is officially back! Our first face-to-face squadron night since March went well with our members enjoying the regular program with some slight changes. #cadets #volunteering #leadership #training #truelocal #lovelivo #moorebankblackbirds

24.01.2022 This morning members of the squadron travelled into the International Airport to take part in a very special Remembrance Day Ceremony. Ushering in the minute of silence, 2nd Officer Harrison Taranec could be heard throughout the terminal playing the bugle while the cadets stood behind the piled drums. Well done to all those in attendance, you did a fantastic job!

23.01.2022 Moorebank Squadron is back! Members returned tonight for Term 4 and hit the ground running with many finishing bookwork in preparation for education exams planned for the coming weeks. Pictured here is Mr Mandwie teaching Air Navigation and Mr Munoz teaching Administration to the boys.

23.01.2022 Making the most of clear and still skies, Moorebank Squadron conducted an astronomy evening with the assistance of Comr. B Grinter looking up at the stars and moon. Our members found it an enjoyable experience looking at the sky above and a fantastic way to spend the night, thanks again to Comr. Grinter for giving his time this evening.

22.01.2022 On this day in 1901, Sir Edmund Barton (Australia’s first Prime Minister) announced the winner of the completion to design Australia’s national flag. The flag first flew on 3rd September 1901 over Melbourne and each year is commemorated with ‘Australian National Flag Day’, a day for all Australians to celebrate the anniversary of the Australian National Flag by flying or displaying the flag! #cadets #volunteering #truelocal #moorebankblackbirds

22.01.2022 Last Friday, Moorebank Squadron went and saw the Moon! With the assistance of Comr. B Grinter we conducted an astronomy evening and made the most of the clear skies to see the stars above. Mr Mandwie captured this excellent shot of the Moon through the telescope. #cadets #volunteering #astronomy #truelocal #lovelivo #moorebankblackbirds

22.01.2022 Following the Remembrance Commemoration Ceremony on Wednesday, the Squadron Band put on a short display to entertain the crowd gathered in the International Terminal of Sydney Airport. It was fantastic for the squadron band to be back in the community and performing for the first time since March! Well done to all those that attended, you did a fantastic job!

22.01.2022 #OnThisDay in 2018, Moorebank Squadron Members marched in the final ever Reserve Forces Day through Hyde Park, Sydney. Assisting event organisers and carrying banners for various units and regiments the Australian Air League did an admirable job earning the praise of all in attendance. #volunteering #cadets #truelocal #lovelivo #moorebankblackbirds

22.01.2022 Had 2020 been a normal year, today wouldve been the NSW Group Review with squadrons from across the state coming together for friendly competitions in field, band, and education. So instead of marching today, were taking a look back at some photos from the 2015 event held at The Crest, Bass Hill. See if you can recognise any of our current members in these pictures. #cadets #volunteering #marching #truelocal #band #moorebankblackbirds

21.01.2022 Had 2020 been a normal year, this weekend wouldve been the NSW Group NCO, Band, and Training Camp. A weekend designed to improve our members in all aspects from band and musical talent, to leadership, and even time management! So instead of camping, weve taken a look back on previous years camps with a selection of photos. See if you can recognise any of our current members here. #cadets #avgeek #volunteering #leadership #training #marching #truelocal #band #moorebankblackbirds

20.01.2022 In the first face-to-face activity for Moorebank Squadron since March our cadets travelled to the Parliament of New South Wales today. Joined by members of Albion Park, Blacktown, Camden, and Marrickville, Australian Air League cadets provided a guard of honour for dignitaries and guests to assist the Reserve Forces Day Council. Following this a tour of the Legislative Assembly occurred as pictured here, well done all! Australian Air League NSW Group Australian Air League Al...bion Park AAL City of Blacktown Australian Air League: Camden Squadron Australian Air League Marrickville Squadron See more

20.01.2022 Corporal Benedict Evans is one of our student pilots and he spends his weekends down at The Australian Air League Air Activities Centre Camden. Benedict is currently training for his RPL (Recreational Pilot Licence) and flew another solo flight last weekend in VH-UNL. Keep up the good work! #avgeek #cadets #pilotlife #volunteering #truelocal #moorebankblackbirds

20.01.2022 Moorebank Squadron is officially back in the swing of things! Last night the squadron had our second face-to-face night since March and our members enjoyed every bit of it including this socially distanced game of hockey. #cadets #truelocal #lovelivo #moorebankblackbirds

20.01.2022 Next Tuesday (July 21) is the 51st Anniversary of the Apollo 11 Moon Landing and to celebrate the U.S. Consulate General Sydney is hosting a webinar virtual event with NASA - National Aeronautics and Space Administration astronaut Dr. Mary Ellen Webber discussing the history and the current state of space exploration as we set our eyes for a return to the Moon. This is a great free opportunity for our cadets so register if youre interested!

20.01.2022 Had 2020 been a normal year, the squadron tonight would be finalising their packing and getting ready for our bus trip to Queensland for the Australian Air League, Federal Review. Unfortunately COVID-19 got in the way of that, so instead of living off Maccas and sitting on the long bus trip to the sunshine state, we’re sharing some pictures from our previous adventures to both Canberra in 2014 and Ballarat in 2016! #cadets #volunteering #truelocal #lovelivo #moorebankblackbirds

19.01.2022 For our #waybackwednesday this week, we take a look at the time we visited the Royal Australian Air Force Hot Air Ballon when we were up in Tamworth a few years back for the annual Country Music Festival. We were lucky enough to get the chance to speak with the pilots and crew about the most unusual aircraft operated by the RAAF. #avgeek #cadets #pilotlife #volunteering #truelocal #moorebankblackbirds

18.01.2022 To celebrate the release of Microsofts newest instalment of the Flight Simulator series with FS2020, we share this throwback photo to when the squadron would travel around the community attending various events, festivals, and fetes with our portable flight simulator. Our members cant wait to get back out in the local area once its safe to do so and share the joy of flight with youngsters again! #throwbackthursday #avgeek #cadets #pilotlife #truelocal #lovelivo #moorebankblackbirds

18.01.2022 With the announcement from Bunnings Warehouse Australia that their iconic sausage sizzle barbecues will return to NSW stores by August we wanted to share some pictures from our fundraisers over the years. These events are always a great opportunity to raise our profile in the community and to cook up a storm! #volunteering #bunnings #cadets #sausagesizzle #truelocal #lovelivo #moorebankblackbirds

18.01.2022 This weekend in 2014, Moorebank Squadron held a weekend camp at the leagues Air Activities Centre, Camden. Attendees slept in tents and during the day learnt aviation theory, practiced some band and ceremonial drill, visited the Control Tower, and of course went flying! #avgeek #cadets #pilotlife #volunteering #truelocal #moorebankblackbirds @ Camden Airport

17.01.2022 Had 2020 been a normal year, today would’ve been the NSW Group Review with squadrons from across the state coming together for friendly competitions in field, band, and education. So instead of marching today, we’re taking a look back at some photos from the 2015 event held at The Crest, Bass Hill. See if you can recognise any of our current members in these pictures. #cadets #volunteering #marching #truelocal #band #moorebankblackbirds

17.01.2022 Back by popular demand, weve brought back our #MeetTheOfficers Series for a special edition. This week we have a short profile on the Australian Air Leagues Chief Commissioner, James Dixon (V17789). 1. Date of Joining and what inspired you to do so? 14th August 1975. Like many 10 year olds, I was fascinated by planes. Many of my friends at the time were joining the scouts, but I wanted to do something different.... 2. Whats your favourite part of the Australian Air League? Meeting people - attending squadron parades and flying. As I have also been a Field Commissioner at both Group and Federal - I guess I also like drill! 3. Whats your fondest memory associated with the Australian Air League? One of my fondest memories is the first time I went flying - which probably wouldve been in about 1976 in a Cessna 172 from Moorabbin Airport in Melbourne. This was the first time I was ever in a plane and I remember it very clearly. Another memory is attending an ANZAC day parade in the late 1970s, where I got to see many Word War I veterans march - I now feel very privileged to have seen these veterans. 4. Whats next, any big ideas for the Australian Air League moving into the future? COVID-19 has been a big challenge for everyone in the Air League - but it has also shown what we can do as an organisation. Some of the initiatives that have been implemented by squadrons such as Moorebank I would like to see continue. Maybe we can set up a virtual squadron for people that live in regional and remote areas that wouldnt otherwise be able to attend Air League. #volunteering #cadets #truelocal #lovelivo #moorebankblackbirds

17.01.2022 Last night Squadron OC Mr Bell made a special presentation to Alex Munoz, presenting him with his promotion to Second Officer and the appointment of Squadron Quartermaster. Well done and good luck Alex! #cadets #volunteering #leadership #training #truelocal #lovelivo #moorebankblackbirds

17.01.2022 Celebrating the Queen's Birthday this weekend, Squadron OC Mr Bell recalls a story which took place some 66 years ago. During the 1954 Royal Tour of Australia, I had the honour to meet Her Majesty, Queen Elizabeth II and Prince Philip, the Duke of Edinburgh at Katoomba with the Australian Air League. We all travelled up from Sydney on a train and then preceded to line the streets to form a guard of honour for the Royal Party. Where I was standing was right near the station s...o just as they got off the Royal Train and into their car, The Duke went on to quite sternly tell one of my cadets "Don't drop that bloody flag son" as he was a little unsteady with it. The story didn't end there though, because this was on a workday I had to call in sick from work and I didn't think anything of it until the day after. The next day, the photo here was splashed across the front page of the newspaper in Sydney. There I was saluting the Queen and not looking very 'sick'. Now the response I gave my boss I'll never forget, I said "I believe the Queen is a little more important than work!" #volunteering #history #cadets #sydneyhistory #truelocal #moorebankblackbirds

17.01.2022 The squadron band was honoured to take part in the Sydney ANZAC Day Parade yesterday. It was great to be marching down Elizabeth Street again as we were doing what we love which is giving back to the community! #volunteering #anzacday #cadets #moorebankblackbirds

17.01.2022 #OnThisDay in 2017, Moorebank Squadron members inspected VH-CAT: a World War II US Navy flying boat which later served as a firefighting aircraft in South America before coming into the ownership of the Catalina Flying Memorial here in Sydney, Australia. The aircraft is still undergoing restoration at Bankstown Airport which is where we were lucky enough to be shown around and given a talk and tour of the aircraft. #otd #avgeek #cadets #fbf #pilotlife #volunteering #flashbackfriday #lovelivo #truelocal #moorebankblackbirds

16.01.2022 NSW Group NCO, Band, and Training Camp | Had 2020 been a normal year, squadron members wouldve been arriving home tonight after spending the weekend taking part in leadership seminars, band tuition/ training and of course the formal dinner which is always a hit! Check out these photos we compiled from over the years and see if you can recognise any of our current members here. #cadets #avgeek #volunteering #leadership #training #marching #truelocal #moorebankblackbirds

16.01.2022 This week for #flashbackfriday we take another look at the 2012 Open Day of the The Australian Air League Air Activities Centre Camden, following the parade there was a fun day set up complete with a waterslide down the hill. As can be seen Moorebank Squadron jumped into the fun with our boys having an absolute blast! See if you can recognise any of our current members here. #volunteering #cadets #truelocal #moorebankblackbirds

16.01.2022 Continuing on from our recent #MeetTheOfficers profile of the Australian Air Leagues Chief Commissioner, today we have a short profile on the Australian Air League NSW Group Executive Commissioner, Lieutenant Commissioner Jeffrey Remington DSA MSA (N8228). 1. Date of Joining and what inspired you to do so? 10th April 1972. My godfather was the person who inspired me to join, he was a member fo the Royal Australian Air Force and a member of the air league as well. Also like ...many 10 year olds I wanted to fly! 2. Whats your favourite part of the Australian Air League? Meeting people, watching and assisting fellow air league members to grow and achieve greater horizons whether it was in education or simply in a general sense and seeing them become young men. 3. Whats your fondest memory associated with the Australian Air League? Travelling to Melbourne for the Federal Reviews by train and meeting other members from across New South Wales but also meeting new members whilst being billeted out with families from Victorian squadrons and becoming friends with them. Friendship is an important aspect of the league and so many people forget that. 4. Whats next, any big ideas for the Australian Air League moving into the future? Combining a state into one group was an experience and one I had never thought of doing within my first year as Group Executive Commissioner, and then came COVID-19 which has been the biggest challenge to date in a number of aspects trying to get specific information from the governments is not easy, but having learnt that a number of the younger members have embraced and are engaging on a number IT platforms is encouraging for the future. #volunteering #cadets #truelocal #lovelivo #moorebankblackbirds

15.01.2022 Earlier today Mr Hyde attended Padstow RSL Club’s Dawn Service to support Australian Air League - Padstow Squadron

15.01.2022 This #throwbackthursday we take a look at the 1967 Lawrence Hargrave Wing Parade held at Bankstown Square. Raymond Bell the then Wing Captain of Keith Smith Wing (and now Moorebank Squadron OC) shaking hands with U.S. Navy Lieutenant Commander Saville (U.S.S. Aircraft Carrier Bennington). Next time you see Mr Bell be sure to ask him about the aircraft carrier story, as the day after this photo he took a group of AAL cadets onto the ship for a tour. #tbt #volunteering #history #cadets #sydneyhistory #truelocal #militaryhistory #moorebankblackbirds

13.01.2022 Another successful face-to-face squadron night with cadets taking part in a COVID-Safe and socially distanced band practice. The members have done a terrific job adhering and adapting to our new guidelines, well done everyone! #cadets #truelocal #lovelivo #moorebankblackbirds

13.01.2022 What a fantastic way to finish off the year! Last night the squadron hosted its annual Presentation Night at the Casula Powerhouse Arts Centre and was attended by our families, friends, and invited guests. Special Thanks to our Federal MPs Craig Kelly and Anne Stanley MP, our State MP Melanie Gibbons MP, Comissioner of Resilience NSW Commissioner Shane Fitzsimmons, Zoë Robinson the NSW ACYP NSW Advocate for Children and Young People, Liverpool City Councillor Nathan Hagarty ...and Clr Karress Rhodes - Liverpool LCIT South Ward, Lt. Comr Jeffrey Remington (Executive Comissioner Australian Air League NSW Group), Mr Rodney Hyde (Head of Operations The Australian Air League Air Activities Centre Camden), Mr David Binskin (General Manager of Aviation Sydney Metro Airports) and our representatives from Bass Hill RSL Sub Branch, Liverpool RSL Sub Branch, and Cabra-Vale Diggers for their attendance on the night! See more

13.01.2022 Yesterday Squadron 2IC Mr Hyde was invited to take part in a CASA 'RPT Proving Flight' for Air Kiribati/Pionair Australia. Lachlan was a fake passenger for the day and enjoyed the onboard hospitality while the capabilities of their brand new Embraer E190-E2 Jet were tested by aviation regulators. It is hoped the E-Jet will enter service later this year. #avgeek #cadets #moorebankblackbirds

13.01.2022 For #throwbackthursday this week we take a look at the NSW Group Review. This weekend wouldve been the review for 2020 so instead of marching were taking a look back at some photos from the 2013 event held at Bland Oval, Punchbowl #tbt #cadets #volunteering #marching #truelocal #moorebankblackbirds

13.01.2022 On this day in 1901, Sir Edmund Barton (Australias first Prime Minister) announced the winner of the completion to design Australias national flag. The flag first flew on 3rd September 1901 over Melbourne and each year is commemorated with Australian National Flag Day, a day for all Australians to celebrate the anniversary of the Australian National Flag by flying or displaying the flag! #cadets #volunteering #truelocal #moorebankblackbirds

13.01.2022 #TBT Plane awesome! Throwback to June 4 1930, when Charles Kingsford-Smith flew the Southern Cross over the arch of the Sydney Harbour Bridge during an aerial welcome for Amy Johnson CBE, the first woman to fly solo from London to Australia.

12.01.2022 The Moorebank squadron of the Australian Air League will return to in-person squadron operations on July 24.

12.01.2022 Had 2020 been a normal year, today wouldve been the NSW Group Ceremonial parade through Sydney with a commemoration in Martin Place before the presentation and awards ceremony attended by the Governor of NSW. However this parade has been cancelled altogether in part due to the current situation with COVID-19. So instead of marching today, were taking a look at the squadrons participation over the years with a set of throwback photos. See if you can recognise any of our current members in these pictures. #cadets #avgeek #volunteering #marching #truelocal #band #moorebankblackbirds

11.01.2022 Happy Father’s Day from Moorebank Squadron! We recognise that behind our members and cadets, at every event, every function and every parade is our dedicated army of supporters made up of the dads. Thank you for helping shape our young men into the pilots, musicians, leaders, and aviators of the future! #fathersday #truelocal #lovelivo #moorebankblackbirds

11.01.2022 For #waybackwednesday this week, we take a look at the 2012 Open Day of The Australian Air League Air Activities Centre Camden which took the form of a parade through the aerodrome. Moorebank Squadron took home two of the six trophies on the day including Best Boys Flag Party, and Best Small Squadron! See if you can recognise any of our current members here. #waybackwednesday #volunteering #cadets #truelocal #lovelivo #moorebankblackbirds

11.01.2022 This week for #waybackwednesday we take a look at the Sydney Bicentennial Street Parade where the Australian Air League marched through the CBD with a massed band and truck float in 1988. This was all part of the larger festivities of the Sydney Festival and the offical opening of the Macquarie St precinct and Circular Quay. Mr Bell remembers it being a fantastic day with large crowds and many spectators lining the parade route enjoying the show! #volunteering #sydfest #band #marching #cadets #truelocal #moorebankblackbirds

11.01.2022 Afternoon all, as mentioned recently Moorebank Squadron will go on an excursion to the brand-new Western Sydney International Airport which is currently under construction at Badgerys Creek. Full information is in the note below with a paper copy to be given out on Friday night. This is a fantastic way to finish off the year with all members strongly encouraged to attend. Siblings, Parents, and Families are also welcome to come along and explore the new Airport with us. Those in attendance are asked to wear full Air League uniform.

09.01.2022 Celebrating the Queens Birthday this weekend, Squadron OC Mr Bell recalls a story which took place some 66 years ago. During the 1954 Royal Tour of Australia, I had the honour to meet Her Majesty, Queen Elizabeth II and Prince Philip, the Duke of Edinburgh at Katoomba with the Australian Air League. We all travelled up from Sydney on a train and then preceded to line the streets to form a guard of honour for the Royal Party. Where I was standing was right near the station s...o just as they got off the Royal Train and into their car, The Duke went on to quite sternly tell one of my cadets "Dont drop that bloody flag son" as he was a little unsteady with it. The story didnt end there though, because this was on a workday I had to call in sick from work and I didnt think anything of it until the day after. The next day, the photo here was splashed across the front page of the newspaper in Sydney. There I was saluting the Queen and not looking very sick. Now the response I gave my boss Ill never forget, I said "I believe the Queen is a little more important than work!" #volunteering #history #cadets #sydneyhistory #truelocal #moorebankblackbirds

07.01.2022 What a blast from the past, back in 2013 Moorebank Squadron won the Physical Education Award and members are pictured here looking proud and posing with the trophy. RAAF Squadron Leader Paul Simmons presented the award to our boys at the annual ceremonial parade at Tumbalong Park, Darling Harbour. See if you can recognise any of our current members here. #waybackwednesday #volunteering #cadets #truelocal #lovelivo #moorebankblackbirds

07.01.2022 This evening we were joined by Mr. Scott Farlow MLC who visited the squadron to learn more about who we are and what we do. It was great to see his enthusiasm towards community organisations such as ours and we look forward to working closely with him in the future! #cadets #volunteering #leadership #lovelivo #moorebankblackbirds

06.01.2022 Our new look website is now live, check it out here - https://moorebank.airleague.com.au/ Featuring a modern design allowing viewing from both a mobile phone & computer, you can catch the latest squadron news, view the online calendar and even see clips of the band in action! #avgeek #cadets #band #volunteering #truelocal #lovelivo #moorebankblackbirds

06.01.2022 #OnThisDay in 2013, Moorebank Squadron took part in the Kerr Wing Parade to celebrate the 75th Anniversary of the City of Blacktown Boys Squadron. The afternoon was a great success with Moorebank Squadron winning two trophies including Best Visiting Boys Squadron, and Best Visiting Boys Flag Party as well as placing in a number of on-the-march competitions as well. #cadets #volunteering #marching #truelocal #moorebankblackbirds

06.01.2022 Important Update With the easing of government restrictions and a framework from the Australian Air League NSW Group, Moorebank Squadron will return to face-to-face operations with social distancing practices and preventative measures implemented on Friday 24th July (first Friday after the school holidays). So mark that date on your calendars and start counting down the days because before you know it well be back to normal! As we move closer to our resumption of operation...s more information in relation to the rules and conditions will be made public and later this coming week email correspondence will be sent to all current members and their parent/guardian to ensure everyone is on the same page. Our final e-squadron will be this coming Friday and will be dedicated to explaining the current situation and what is to be expected of both our cadets and their families. There will also be an opportunity for those present to ask questions of Squadron OC Mr Bell and the other officers in attendance as well. We look forward to seeing all our cadets upon our return and on behalf of Mr Bell and all the Squadron Staff, we thank everyone for their engagement and cooperation as we went about transitioning to online air league through our e-squadrons and your commitment week after week to come online to experience our modified program. #volunteering #cadets #truelocal #lovelivo #moorebankblackbirds

05.01.2022 ANZAC Day in Liverpool - The squadron participated in a special commemoration event at Bigge Park run by the Liverpool RSL Sub Branch and Liverpool City Council Australia today. We provided a catafalque party with our members diligently standing guard over the memorial throughout the service. Well done to those who represented the squadron this morning, you did a fantastic job! Mayor of Liverpool Wendy Waller Charishma Kaliyanda... Councillor Nathan Hagarty Clr Karress Rhodes - Liverpool LCIT South Ward See more

05.01.2022 Enlisting the help of well known Sydney Newsreader Peter Overton (9 News Sydney), the Australian Air League - Moorebank Squadron is now recruiting. So if youre a top gun of tomorrow, join the Australian Air League! For more information, feel free to send us a message here on Facebook or contact Officer Commanding Mr Raymond C Bell OAM on (02) 9153 7415 // [email protected]

05.01.2022 For our #flashbackfriday this week we share a memory from 2014 taken at a squadron flying weekend at the Air Activities Centre Camden. Squadron members volunteered to wash and clean the fleet of aircraft and in doing so dressed up and became forever known as The Cleanup Crew... legend says theyre still washing the planes to this day! #fbf #avgeek #cadets #pilotlife #volunteering #lovelivo #truelocal #moorebankblackbirds

04.01.2022 #throwbackthursday to an Air Activites Wings Night at Camden Airport in the mid-1990s. The Australian Air League Air Activities Head of Operations, Mr Rodney Hyde recalls the difficultly in pushing VH-UNO out of the hangar, across the road, and up the hill for this event! Moorebank Squadron OC Mr Bell was also present and is pictured here with his daughter Vanessa on the right of frame.

03.01.2022 Important Update Please help circulate this to all parents, members, and friends of the Squadron. Taking into account the latest advice from the New South Wales Government, along with up-to-date facts, figures, and data from NSW Health in relation to COVID-19 in South-Western Sydney. Moorebank Squadron will now observe a two-week delay in our planned resumption of face-to-face squadron meetings as we monitor this dynamic and ever-changing situation. What this means for you...? This Friday, 24th July which has been our return date will now be pushed back until Friday 7th August and for this week and the next we will temporarily move back online to our e-squadrons to continue delivering our fun and balanced program. Should you wish to discuss this decision further please feel free to speak with Squadron Officer Commanding Mr. Bell on (02) 9153 7415 or oc.moorebank.airleague.com.au We hope everyone stays safe and we will keep our parents, members, and friends of the Squadron updated as decisions are made affecting Moorebank Squadron. #volunteering #cadets #truelocal #lovelivo #moorebankblackbirds

03.01.2022 The countdown is on! In less than two days, Moorebank Squadron will resume regular face-to-face squadron operations, with slight changes to make our parade nights COVID-Safe. Being our first night back, please bear with us and be patient while we implement the various health and safety procedures required. Potential members are welcome to attend and invited to register interest with Squadron Officer Commanding Mr Bell on (02) 9153 7415 or [email protected] so he can brief you on the expectations and rules ensure everyone present on the night is compliant with the requirements set by the NSW Education and Health departments Were looking forward to seeing everyone on Friday!

03.01.2022 For #throwbackthursday this week we take a look at the NSW Group Review. This weekend would’ve been the review for 2020 so instead of marching we’re taking a look back at some photos from the 2013 event held at Bland Oval, Punchbowl #tbt #cadets #volunteering #marching #truelocal #moorebankblackbirds

02.01.2022 For #waybackwednesday this week, we take a look at our 2018 Squadron Camp at the Air Activities Centre, Camden which was a weekend of flying, friendship, and fun! Members slept in tents and during the day learnt aviation theory, practised ceremonial drill, and of course went flying! #avgeek #cadets #pilotlife #volunteering #truelocal #moorebankblackbirds

02.01.2022 Today would’ve been the Australian Air League Federal Review had 2020 been a normal year, unfortunately that isn’t the case. So instead of marching around and competing against other squadrons in field, education, and band we’re looking back and sharing some pictures from the previous three reviews: Sydney 2018, Ballarat 2016, and Canberra 2014 #cadets #band #volunterring #truelocal #lovelivo #moorebankblackbirds

01.01.2022 "We put wings on your dreams", reads a 1990s poster for The Australian Air League Air Activities Centre Camden. The Air Leagues very own flying school is now open again following the easing of government restrictions and approval from the Australian Air League NSW Group. This means budding aviators and student pilots can once again take to skies on weekends (with social distancing measures and preventative protocols in place), taking inspiration from the Leagues motto members can once again be free from the bonds of the earth - A Vinculo Terrae. #avgeek #history #pilotlife #cadets #volunteering #studentpilot #truelocal #moorebankblackbirds

01.01.2022 "The Australian Air League offers Opportunity for Australian Youth" reads a 1940s promotional flyer advertising the Australian Air League, this principle is still at the centre of everything we do at Moorebank Squadron. Members are given experiences many their age could only dream of, in the last year alone weve marched across the runway of Sydney Airport, entertained crowds across the state in street parades and earned the praise and commendation of the community! Now before any of you read the paragraphs of text and try and pay your weekly subs with 6 pennies, I must advise that we only accept Australian Dollars and Cents today. #throwbackthursday #volunteering #history #cadets #lovelivo #truelocal #moorebankblackbirds

01.01.2022 Happy Fathers Day from Moorebank Squadron! We recognise that behind our members and cadets, at every event, every function and every parade is our dedicated army of supporters made up of the dads. Thank you for helping shape our young men into the pilots, musicians, leaders, and aviators of the future! #fathersday #truelocal #lovelivo #moorebankblackbirds