West Scotland Wing Royal Air Force Air Cadets

02/11/2026

🏆 RESULTS ARE IN WSW 5-aside Football ⚽️ 🏆
Huge congratulations to 1777 (Dumbarton Blackburn) Squadron, winners of this year’s competition! 🥇👏

A massive shoutout to our runners-up as well:
🥈 2nd Place: Combined team from 1153 & 2329 Squadrons
🥉 3rd Place: Combined team from 1089, 1701 & 2175 Squadrons
Fantastic effort from everyone involved! A big thank you to all the participants, parents, and CFAVs whose hard work and support made this event such a success. 🙌✨

Teamwork

01/11/2026

Join us in congratulating Squadron Leader Forsyth on his promotion from Flight Lieutenant to Squadron Leader ✈️👏

Sqn Ldr Forsyth’s journey in the RAF Air Cadets is a testament to dedication and leadership:

🔹 2010: Joined the organisation as a Civilian Instructor at 396 (Paisley) Squadron.
🔹 2015: Transferred to 1777 (Dumbarton) Squadron, later taking the helm as Officer Commanding.
🔹 Recent Milestone: Under his outstanding leadership, 1777 (Dumbarton) Sqn went from strength to strength, winning the prestigious Morris Trophy! 🏆
Thank you, Sqn Ldr Forsyth, for your tireless work with Dumbarton Squadron, and best of luck as you step into your new sector and wing roles as Deputy Training Officer and SME for Space & Leadership! 🌟


Commandant Air Cadets

31/10/2026

With Remembrance Sunday fast approaching, squadrons across West Scotland Wing are hard at work preparing to honour those who served. 🌺

To ensure our cadets look sharp on parade, our Wing Drill Training Team has been delivering specialised banner training sessions to squadrons across the wing. From standard-bearing techniques to drill discipline, our cadets are fine-tuning every detail to pay their respects with pride and precision and to retain the knowledge for other future parades and events.

Check out some highlights from our recent training sessions! 👇

25/10/2026

🎯 West Scotland Wing Shooting Competition Results! 🎯

Huge congratulations to all the cadets who took to the range and demonstrated exceptional marksmanship, focus, and discipline at the recent Wing Shooting Competition!

A massive shoutout to this year’s top teams and individuals:

🏆 Best Overall Team Average
1st Place: 2414 East Kilbride Squadron Royal Air Force Air Cadets & 2452 (Shawlands Academy) Squadron – 91.3 mm
2nd Place: 2175 Rolls-Royce Squadron RAF Air Cadets & 1701 Johnstone Squadron RAF Air Cadets – 103.1 mm
3rd Place: 2414 A Team – 106.3 mm

🏅 Best Individual Cadet
1st Place: Cdt Revill-Price (1701 Sqn) – 70 mm
2nd Place: Cdt Beacom (2414 Sqn) – 72 mm
3rd Place: Cdt Leech (2452 Sqn) – 79 mm

Well done to everyone who participated and represented their squadrons with pride. Outstanding effort all around and to the Adult Volunteers for making events like this happen! 👏

21/10/2026

30 Years of Dedication | Congratulations Flt Lt Nicholls! 🎖️

We are immensely proud to celebrate 49F Squadron Officer Commanding, Flight Lieutenant Nicholls, who was presented with a clasp to her Cadet Forces Medal by Wing Commander Crawley!

First joining the cadets on 29 May 1996, Flt Lt Nicholls has given over 30 years of exceptional service including 24 years in uniform. The Cadet Forces Medal clasp recognises this extraordinary milestone and her unwavering commitment to supporting young people.

Thank you for your inspiring leadership, continuous service, and endless dedication supporting Squadrons across West Scotland Wing over the years. A truly deserved recognition! 👏✨



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20/10/2026

🏞️ West Scotland Wing – SNI Windermere Camp 2026!

What an action packed week for our Cadets and Adult Volunteers from across West Scotland Wing who attended SNI Regional Windermere Camp 2026! 🏕️✨

Cadets from multiple squadrons across the region came together to tackle thrilling outdoor and indoor challenges, build new skills, and forge lifelong friendships in the Lake District.

Highlights from the camp included:

🚵‍♂️ Mountain Biking: Navigating scenic forest trails through the forest.
🧗‍♀️ Indoor Rock Climbing: Pushing limits and conquering vertical walls.
🚣‍♂️ Water Sports: Taking to the water for paddleboarding and kayaking.
🥾 Hill Walking & Navigation: Reaching peaks and putting map-reading skills into practice across the Lake District terrain.

A huge well done to all the cadets for their determination, team spirit, and enthusiasm throughout the week! 👏

Also, a massive thank you to all the adult volunteers and instructors who made this unforgettable experience possible.

Bring on the next adventure!

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13/10/2026

✈️ AN UNFORGETTABLE DAY IN THE SKIES! ✈️
Cadets and Adult Volunteers from across West Scotland Wing RAF Air Cadets had an incredible opportunity today, taking to the skies on an Air Experience Flight aboard an RAF Voyager aircraft! 🇬🇧
Not only did our cadets experience the power of the Voyager, but they also got a front-row seat to watch Typhoon and F-35 fighter jets being refuelled mid-air! ⛽️
To cap off an extraordinary day, cadets and staff spent time with the RAF crew onboard, chatting about real-world RAF career opportunities, aviation pathways, and life in the Armed Forces.
Interested in opportunities and experiences like this? Whether you’re aged 12–17 looking for adventure, or an adult looking to volunteer, there’s a place for you!
👉 Find your local Squadron today: www.raf.mod.uk/aircadets
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11/10/2026

Another fantastic Bronze The Duke of Edinburgh's Award Expedition in the books for West Scotland Wing! 🏔️

A massive well done to the cadets and staff from 2452 (Shawlands Academy) Squadron, 2329 Sqn Castle Douglas Air Cadets, 1777 Dumbarton Squadron Royal Air Force Air Cadets, 1138 (Ardrossan) Squadron, Air Training Corps, 2414 East Kilbride Squadron Royal Air Force Air Cadets and 62 - 2nd Glasgow Squadron RAF Air Cadets who came together for a brilliant weekend of navigation, resilience, and teamwork.

Operating across the stunning Drymen and Carbeth areas, teams made great use of the West Highland Way and the John Muir Way, with base camp once again hosted at the fantastic Auchengillan Outdoor Centre.

Huge thanks to all the adult volunteers who give up their time to make these adventures possible. Brilliant effort all round! ⛺🧭

09/10/2026

08/10/2026

It is National Cadet Week, and today we are shining a spotlight on one of the most vital, life-saving skills we teach: First Aid!
Across West Scotland Wing, our cadets learn how to respond in an emergency they gain the confidence, composure, and practical expertise to make a real difference in their communities.

Being a cadet is about more than just aviation and adventure it is about stepping up when it matters most.