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{{Infobox military unit
| unit_name = 485 (Harborne & Quinton) Squadron ATC
| image = [[File:485 (Harborne & Quinton) Squadron Badge.png|thumb|Official Badge for 485 Squadron]]
| caption = 485 Squadron Badge
| dates = 1941–Present
| country = United Kingdom
| allegiance = [[Royal Air Force Air Cadets|Royal Air Force]]
| branch = [[Air Training Corps]]
| type = Youth Organisation
| role = Aviation Training and Personal Development
| size = ~70 cadets
| garrison = Tennal Grange, Harborne, Birmingham
| garrison_label = Headquarters
| nickname = Harborne & Quinton Squadron
| motto = ''Non Sine Pulvere Palma'' ("No success without effort")
| colors_label = Badge Colours
| current_commander = Sqn Ldr K Aldridge RAFAC
| identification_symbol = [[File:Insignia.jpg|100px]]
| identification_symbol_label = Squadron Badge
}}
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485 (Harborne & Quinton) Squadron ATC is a unit of the Air Training Corps (ATC) within the Royal Air Force Air Cadets based in Harborne, Birmingham, United Kingdom. Established in early 1941, the squadron provides training and activities for young people aged 12 to 20 who are interested in aviation and the Royal Air Force.
History
The squadron was originally formed in 1941, headquartered at the High Street School in Harborne. It was led by its first Commanding Officer, Flight Lieutenant A. H. Dutton RAFVR(T), and Adjutant Flying Officer K. Jackson RAFVR(T). The unit later amalgamated with No. 486 (Quinton) Squadron to become 485 (Harborne & Quinton) Squadron. In 1962, the squadron relocated to the TA Centre (Now the West Midlands Reserve Forces & Cadet Association HQ) at Tennal Grange, Tennal Road, Harborne, where it remains to this day.
The Squadron’s motto is “Non Sine Pulvere Palma,” which translates to “No success without effort.”
Facilities
The squadron’s current facilities include a ‘Spooner’ hut used for administration and classroom work. In May 2001, the facilities were extended to include a radio room and a modern (at the time) flight simulator, replacing an older Canberra simulator.
Activities
485 Squadron provides a range of activities, including:
• Flying, Gliding, and Air Experience Flights (AEF)
• Duke of Edinburgh’s Award (DofE) Expeditions, Hillwalking, and Trekking
• Camps, Fieldcraft, and Survival Training
• Team and Individual Sports (e.g., football, netball, rugby, athletics, swimming)
• Shooting Activities, including Marksmanship Training, Competitions, and Weapons Handling
• STEM Activities, including Aerospace Projects, Cyber Training, and Engineering Opportunities
• Drill, Ceremonial Parades, and Competitions
• Community Engagement and Charity Work
• Leadership and Team Development
• Radio Communications and Competitions
• First Aid Training and Certification
Commanding Officers
The squadron has been led by the following Commanding Officers:
1st 1941–1965: Flt Lt A. H. Dutton RAFVR(T)
2nd 1965–1968: Flt Lt W. Ogborne RAFVR(T)
3rd 1968–1969: Flt Lt J. Muldoon RAFVR(T)
4th 1969–1976: Flt Lt K. Blunn RAFVR(T)
5th 1976–1979: Flt Lt B. Barnes RAFVR(T)
6th 1979–1983: Flt Lt P. G. Clarke RAFVR(T)
7th 1983–1996: Flt Lt A. Healey RAFVR(T)
8th 1996–2001: Flt Lt C. G. Bell RAFVR(T)
9th 2001–2004: Flt Lt P. Smith RAFVR(T)
10th 2004–2011: Flt Lt P. Coates RAFVR(T)
11th 2011–2013: Flt Lt S. Jennings RAFVR(T)
12th 2013–2015: WO R. Coates ATC
13th 2016–Present: Sqn Ldr K. Aldridge RAFVR(T) (Now RAFAC)