Universities of Wales Air Squadron

Universities of Wales Air Squadron Develop personal skills. This is the official page for the Universities of Wales Air Squadron (UWAS).

Giving university students from a range of varied backgrounds an insight into what it's like to serve within the Royal Air Force through adventurous training, flying, sporting activities and leadership training. We are part of 6 Flying Training School (FTS) within No 22 Group of the Royal Air Force. Our primary aim is to give students from Welsh Universities the opportunity to gain insight into wh

at it's like serve both within the regular RAF and its reserve forces. Students have the opportunity to undergo flying training, adventurous training, sport, field exercises, leadership training and even compete for a commission in the RAF reserves while still at university. On top of this, students also receive some pay for their activities. We feel that our offer is unmatched by any other university society. To follow what we do, Like this pages and follow us on Twitter (). For more information, check out our official website https://www.raf.mod.uk/universityairsquadrons/findasquadron/uwas.cfm

A massive congratulations to all the UWAS students who completed the Newport Marathon Festival 10k/ Half Marathon/ Marat...
19/04/2026

A massive congratulations to all the UWAS students who completed the Newport Marathon Festival 10k/ Half Marathon/ Marathon distances today.

An incredible effort by all and so far over £1700 raised for Young Lives vs Cancer.

Any further donations recieved for the amazing efforts will be gratefully recieved, Thank you!

https://www.justgiving.com/page/universities-of-wales-air-squadron-uwas-3

UWAS recently sent a number of students to visit RAF Brize Norton. On arrival, the students were given a tour of the A40...
18/04/2026

UWAS recently sent a number of students to visit RAF Brize Norton.
On arrival, the students were given a tour of the A400 OCU with a brief from the pilots. The students were then given the opportunity to practice their skills in a simulator.
An ex UWAS member and current Load master gave a fantastic brief on the C17 including a tour of the aircraft.
The following day the students were fortunate to experience a pax flight on the A400 and saw first hand how the crew work together in the air.
A huge thank you to RAF Brize Norton and all the staff involved for hosting our students.

UWAS Brecon Ex.Over the Easter period, students from UWAS participated in adventure training in Brecon.Activities on the...
14/04/2026

UWAS Brecon Ex.
Over the Easter period, students from UWAS participated in adventure training in Brecon.

Activities on the first day included group planning and navigation from Crickhowell to Sugar Loaf mountain, abseiling and rock climbing with a focus on learning rope work required.
The second day involved students gorge walking alongside high jumps and wild swimming in Llangorse river.
The ex proved a great opportunity for new UWAS students to get involved in AT and get to know existing students. Well done all involved!

Dydd Gŵyl Dewi Hapus 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿 Happy St David's Day 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿 from University of Wales Air Squadron.
01/03/2026

Dydd Gŵyl Dewi Hapus 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿 Happy St David's Day 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿 from University of Wales Air Squadron.

University of Wales Air Squadron were visited today by Rebecca Evans MS, Cabinet secretary for Economy, Energy and Plann...
26/02/2026

University of Wales Air Squadron were visited today by Rebecca Evans MS, Cabinet secretary for Economy, Energy and Planning.
After touring the facilities at MOD St Athan, an air experience flight was organised to showcase the Grob Tutor.
Many thanks for the visit Rebecca Evans MS.

Ex Alpine Edge UWAS students joined other University Air Squadrons to complete SF1 and SF2 qualifications in the French ...
03/02/2026

Ex Alpine Edge
UWAS students joined other University Air Squadrons to complete SF1 and SF2 qualifications in the French Alps. For some it was their first time putting skis on and by the end of the week they were competent skiers on red/black slopes. For others they took a break from regular alpine skiing and experienced touring, looking at avalanche training and some work on the off-piste.

Congratulations to Off Cdts Moore and Reed who recently participated in the Lord Mayor's Procession in the City of Londo...
18/11/2025

Congratulations to Off Cdts Moore and Reed who recently participated in the Lord Mayor's Procession in the City of London.

Following a series of drill practices, OC Moore and OC Reed joined with other University Air Squadron members to march in the procession of the new Lady Mayor of London.

A fantastic experience for both involved and great representation for the University of Wales Air Squadron. Well done!

Members of the University of Wales Air Squadron attended the Cardiff University act of Rememberance service on 11/11/25....
12/11/2025

Members of the University of Wales Air Squadron attended the Cardiff University act of Rememberance service on 11/11/25.

The service paid tribute to the sacrifices of the brave men and women who have formed our past and present armed forces.

10/11/2025

Llantwit Major Remembrance Sunday Parade 2025

UWAS students were honoured to march alongside members of the Armed Forces, veterans and the local community to pay tribute to those who have served and sacrificed in conflict past and present.

Lest we forget.

Address

MOD Street Athan
Barry
CF624WA

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm

Telephone

+441446798790

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