2132 Sedgley Squadron RAF Air Cadets

07/06/2026

This weekend our OC (Flt Lt Elwell) organised a door collection to assist the squadron provide training and resources for our cadets as well as support our funding towards a new SOV (Squadron Owned Vehicle).

Thank you to Asda Superstore Tipton for allowing us into your store and supporting us throughout the day. Thank you to members of the public that stopped for a chat and generously gave a donation to our unit. And finally thank you to Flt Lt Elwell, CI Blaze, CWO Paskin, Sgt Mander, Cpl Davis, Cdt King and Cdt Bowater for your support with this event.

If you would like to make a donation to support the amazing opportunities we provide our cadets with, please feel free to do so via the link below.

https://pay.sumup.com/b2c/QGNF3W80

03/06/2026

This week we celebrate National Volunteers week across the Royal Air Force Air Cadets. We would like to take this time to say a huge thank you to all of our volunteers of our at 2132 (Sedgley) Squadron and the wider organisation.

Our volunteers not only keep the squadron operational and open for all of our cadets but they also give up their own time to the benefit of our cadets. Whether that is attending courses with cadets such as flying, gaining qualifications to deliver to our cadets or much more. This is our time to say a huge thank you.

A handful of our staff members are pictured below to show our appreciation.
- Flt Lt G.Elwell (Sqn OIC)
- Sgt G.Hancox (Sqn WO)
- CI S.Brown (Sqn Adj)
- CI G.Price (Sqn Training Officer)
- ⁠CI J.Ingram
- CI B.Blaze
- CI K.Williams
- CI A.Farrant
- Flt Lt J.Mann (Service Instructor)
But that’s definitely not all of our amazing team. Thank you to the civilian committee and Chaplain/Padre for all of your continued support. The rest of our Cadet Force Adult Volunteers (Uniformed and Civilian).

Thank you for all of your support and dedication you provide for our cadets. This allows us to give them the opportunity to experience activities and events you can’t anywhere else, see the RAF and the wider HM Armed Forces from a different
perspective, gain knowledge which could assist them with a career within the Armed Forces or RAF and more.

So for the final time a huge thank you for everything you do for our Squadron.

17/05/2026

This weekend 2132 (Sedgley) Squadron attended Staffordshire Wings Athletics Competition at RAF Cosford. We had 14 cadets taking part in track events such as the 200m sprint and field events such as long jump. A special congratulations to CWO Lewis Paskin for finishing 1st in the U18 Men’s Shot put and 3rd in the U18 Men’s 100m sprint. Sgt Ethan Mander for finishing 2nd in the U18 Men’s Javelin. Cdt Maddison Lewis for finishing 2nd in the U16 Girls High jump. All of which will be going on to the Regional Competition. To the rest of our cadets that attended as well as the rest of the wing, a huge well done to you all. You did yourselves and your squadron proud. And finally a special thank you to our Officer Commanding -Flt Lt G.Elwell- for feeding our cadets and members of the wing with Hot Dogs, crisps and fruit slices.

05/04/2026

This weekend Flt Lt Elwell and CWO Paskin attended Staffordshire Wings Easter Swynnerton Multi-Activity Weekend. Over the weekend they ran Initiative Tasks which included designing and creating rockets with a competitive aspect of the following criteria; the greatest height of the rocket, greatest distance the rocket travelled, best designed, most creative and the most spins completed mid flight. Other activities such as using light weight materials (elastic bands, lollipop sticks) to create a protective cage for an egg to be thrown approximately 10 feet away and reaching a height of 5 feet, using giant jenga blocks to create a tower which houses an egg at the peak and more STEM projects.

The benefit of all of these activities is the need for further skills to be used (leadership, creativity, intelligence, awareness etc). Thank you to all the staff that attended this weekend from all across the wing who allowed this to happen. Thank you to Flt Lt Elwell for his creativity and dedication to plan, create and risk assess all of these activities. Thank you to CWO Paskin as well as the other supportive DS Cadets.

If you’re interested in what we do and want to learn more, get in touch. Email us at [email protected] , tell us your name, your age, your interests and your contact information. If you want to learn more about us as well as find your local squadron then visit https://www.raf.mod.uk/aircadets/find-a-squadron/. You must be aged 12 and be in Year 8 at school. We look forward to seeing you soon!

We hope you have all had a wonderful Easter Holidays from everyone at 2132 (Sedgley) Sqn!!!🐣

13/03/2026

As we ended last night, we had to say a heartfelt goodbye to Flt Sgt Patel, who has been an important part of our squadron.
She may have not started her cadet journey with us, but she certainly made a lasting impact during her time here. Her leadership, dedication, and willingness to support others have made her a great role model for many of our cadets.
Thank you for everything you’ve done for the squadron. We wish you all the best for the future and know you’ll go on to achieve great things. Once a cadet, always a cadet. ✈️💙

15/02/2026

This weekend CWO Paskin, Sgt James and Sgt Ince all attended the Birmingham International Tattoo at bp Pulse Live, NEC Birmingham. Over the weekend they carried out ceremonial duties representing the Royal Air Force Air Cadets as well as the British Cadet Forces as a whole. CWO Paskin was representing the RAFAC by being one of the guards of the Wreath of Respect at the front of the parade. Sgt James held our squadron banner. And Sgt Ince was a flag waver of the commonwealth countries as well as being a part of the marching contingent on the arena floor.

CWO Paskin said “The Birmingham International Tattoo is an amazing experience for all, whether you like drill or not there is a role for everyone to take part in. The thrill of being on the arena floor with thousands of members of public watching and supporting you is a feeling like no other. I would highly recommend everyone to bid for a place every year this event becomes available.”

Well done to all that took part you should all be very proud of yourselves!

14/02/2026

On the 8th of February, we proudly took part in our first parade of the year, celebrating ATC Sunday and the 85th Anniversary. It was a fantastic way to begin the year, marking such a significant milestone with pride and professionalism.

It was especially great to see many cadets turn out and represent the squadron so well. Your commitment, smart turnout, and enthusiasm truly set the standard for the year ahead. Here’s to many more successful events in 2026!

05/02/2026

Looking for something exciting, different, and unforgettable? We’re recruiting young people aged 12 in Year 8 and above to join 2132 (Sedgley) Squadron, Royal Air Force Air Cadets! From flying and gliding to target shooting, adventure training, sports, leadership, and ceremonial parades, the Air Cadets offers opportunities you simply won’t find anywhere else. You’ll make new friends, build confidence, learn life-long skills, and take on challenges that push you to be your best — all while having an incredible amount of fun. If you’re ready for adventure, teamwork, and experiences that will stay with you for life, now is the perfect time to join us! ✈️✨

05/02/2026

31/01/2026

Everyone at 2132 (Sedgley) Squadron RAFAC would like to say a huge thank you to MT Skips. This local company has helped and enabled us to reorganise and tidy up our premises. Their efficiency and professionalism has helped us massively. Once again on behalf of 2132 Cadets, CFAV and wider squadron community, thank you!
- CWO Paskin