Air Spotter Activity Badge
To gain this badge, Scouts must complete the requirements below:
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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.
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Complete one of the following activities:
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Complete one of the following activities:
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Recognise
and name national aircraft markings, both service and civil, of at
least six countries including the United Kingdom.
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Understand
the RAF and NATO system of letter designation according to aircraft
function and give examples of three such designations.
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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).
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Recognise
and name national aircraft markings, both service and civil, of at
least six countries including the United Kingdom.
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Describe the key recognition features of six aircraft selected by an appropriate adult.
Notes
If
you need help designing alternatives to these requirements for those
with special needs please contact the Special Needs Office at Gilwell
Park.