NCC DTE JK& Ladakh initiates historic first flight at Udhampur

Posted by admin_kas on 2025-01-17 15:03:00 |

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Udhampur, Jan 17: In a remarkable historical milestone for the National Cadet Corps (NCC), cadets from the newly raised 1 J&K Air Squadern NCC made their inaugural flight on January 17 of 2025.

The move marks a significant achievement for the NCC and its growing commitment to provide dynamic training opportunities to its cadets.

"The maiden flight took place at Udhampur, under the aegis of NCC DtE Jammu Kashmir and Ladakh, offering the cadets an unforgettable experience and hands-on exposure to aviation," the official handout reads.

It reads that 1 J&K Air Squarden NCC which has been recently raised under the leadership of its first Commanding Officer Wing Commander Nitin Yadav holds the unique distinction of being the first and the only Air NCC squadron in this region.

"The unit is dedicated to fostering excellence in aviation and adventure training among cadets, preparing them for leadership roles both within the armed forces and in civilian life," it reads.

The handout reads that the unit has been equipped with Microlight aircrafts to ensure flying training of cadets and gain practical experience in aviation.

Cadet Siya Kotwal from SKUAST-Jammu, the first cadet who got airborne expressed excitement and pride over the achiet.

"Flying was an experience I will never forget. It is a dream come true and an opportunity I never imagined I would get. This flight has inspired me to push myself further and pursue my passion for aviation," she said.

Cadet Aviral of Army Public School at Udhampur was also ecstatic on getting this experience.

“This flying experience has motivated me to push myself in my dream of joining the Armed Forces. I will never forget this unique experience," he said.

Similar emotions and excitement were also displayed by Cadet Akshat Gupta of SKUAST Jammu and Cadet Bhumika Sharma of SMVDU Katra on getting first flying experience ever.

Speaking on the occasion, wing commander Nitin Yadav emphasized that the first flight signifies not just a technical achievement, but a new chapter in the NCC’s ongoing mission to inspire and challenge the youth of our nation in chasing their dreams. "We are proud to provide opportunities for cadets to explore new horizons and enhance their skills in multi-dimensional domain," he said.