Cadet Flight Sergeant Sophie V joined 2377 (Plympton) Squadron in 2016 where she quickly established herself as a confident and very able cadet. She has taken advantage of as many opportunities to try new activities as is practically possible, gaining a breadth of experience which has benefited herself and her unit.

Sophie has successfully completed the 35 mile Ten Tors Challenge, acting as both Team Leader and navigate. She also has a passion for charity work, and is involved on a number of activities to raise money for various charities. Outside of cadets Sophie runs her own business, which she used to help raise fund for these charities.

Sophie has taken a full interest in the flying opportunities offered, having completed both powered flying and gliding sorties, and she has applied for a flying scholarship. At the Squadron, Sophie is the senior Cadet and acts as a mentor for the other cadets. During the lockdown she actively encouraged other cadets to take part in online activities and helped to maintain their enthusiasm.

It was a great evening and Sophie should be very proud of what she has achieved and what she has given back to her squadron and linked charities.