Cornish youngsters learn about engineering opportunities on Culdrose visit

RNAS Culdrose welcomed 150 school children through its doors to learn about teamwork and engineering.

This event was organised with the charity The Jon Egging Trust and involved pupils from the Cornish schools Helston Community College, Poltair School, Penryn College, Mounts Bay Academy and Penrice Academy.
 
They spent time taking part in teambuilding activities at 700X Naval Air Squadron as well as a learning all about the Royal Navy's helicopters with the Air Engineering School at the Merlin Training Facility.
 
Lieutenant Tony Nairn, of 700X Naval Air Squadron and who helped organise the event, said: “It was a pleasure to facilitate the day in support of the Jon Egging Trust. This marks the beginning of their growth into the south west as a national youth development charity, enabling support to neighbouring schools.
 
“The success of the event was measured on the positive feedback from schoolteachers, pupils, and charity staff. With strong links to the military, this event lays the foundations for future collaborations with Royal Naval Air Station Culdrose.”
 
Sam Rule, the charity’s regional manager, said: “It has been fantastic working with RNAS Culdrose to organise the Inspirational Outreach day. The event provided an amazing opportunity for students to access areas of the base that they wouldn't usually see, providing them with an opportunity to see various operations in practice.
 
“The day enabled the students to develop a range of skills including communication, resilience and teamwork through a great mix of activities, tours and presentations.”