2349 Ballymena Squadron Royal Air Force Air Cadets

29/04/2026

A very sad day today for Ballymena and all of NI Wing losing a true legend WO Bogle. Mr Bogle has been a great inspiration to many cadets and staff over the past 36 years. He was always there to lend a hand, for advice, good craic and of course to keep an eye on the perimeter fence. Our thoughts and prayers are with Gretna and the family. Blue skies Sir.

It is with great sadness that I announce the death of Warrant Officer Kenny Bogle.
Kenny passed away today at home following a recent period of illness which involved several operations.
On Monday evening Kenny was present at the 2349 AFI & chatted to myself and Squadron Leader Wilson asking to extend for another 12 months!!
With over 36 years of uniformed adult service Kenny was a NIW Legend. A unique character with a fantastic sense of humour that has touched all CFAV's for years and hundreds of cadets.
He will be greatly missed and will be impossible to replace.
The funeral service is on Saturday 2 May at Kilbride Parish Church Doagh. If you plan to pay your respects I suggest you arrive early!
Mr B is now "checking the perimeter fence" in a different location .
Wg Cdr Chris Hodges

28/04/2026

31/03/2026

Cadets were recently working on some team building challenges.
Below are the winners of the bridge building challenge alongside their entry.

06/02/2026

23/01/2026

11/01/2026

It was a fresh afternoon alongside Belfast Lough today, but the NIW staff and cadet Road Marchers were out in force - ‘Venture Adventure’.

17/12/2025

Well done to Isla who won our Christmas jumper completion on Monday evening!

09/12/2025

On Monday night cadets were completing their Essential First Aid training.
The cadets complete this training annually and it covers a range of elements including primary survey and CPR.

03/12/2025

Last month Richard and Glenn were appointed as new Civilian Instructors to the Ballymena squadron.