The ATC practices live target shooting and so is extremely disciplined in the rifle range. At 344, we have 2 range conducting officers able to run the live rifle range at the Hammersmith HQ. The instructors are there for safety and to coach cadets so they may achieve the ATC Marksmanship Badge/Qualification. In order to fire our Lee Enfield No. 8 / 0.22 rifles, our cadets need to be enrolled and must have attended our single evening dry training session on how to fire the weapon.

Cadet Shooting at the 344 (Fulham) Sqn Range

Cadets and Staff at outdoor Ranges using L98s

One of our instructors is also qualified to run larger shooting practices on outdoor ranges using the more modern weapon the L98. This can only be fired by cadets who have already fired the No. 8 0.22 rifle, achieved their ATC Marksmanship, passed the 1st Class Exam and are over 14 years of age. Once familiar with the L98, the cadets can achieve the RAF Marksmanship, which involves more accuracy and speed shooting. If good enough, the cadets can be nominated to participate in the trials for the Cadet 100, which is only awarded to the best 100 shots from the ATC, Army Cadets and Sea Cadets.

ATC Marksmanship Badge	RAF Marksmanship Badge	Cadet 100 Badge

The Rifle Rage at 344 (Fulham) Squadron

The Rifle Rage at 344 (Fulham) Squadron

Lee Enfield No. 8 / 0.22 rifle

The L98 - A1 Cadet General Purpose Rifle 5.56mm