West Mercian Wing ATC

11/10/2026

Six Flight Sergeant’s from Squadrons across spent a weekend being assessed for their suitability to be promoted to West Mercian Wing Cadet Warrant Officer’s.

We’re delighted to say that ALL were successful. CWO George Sturman-Sprigg of 223 (Halesowen), Tom Daniels of 2497 (Cosford), Joshua Crockford of 216 (Redditch), Joshua Flewers of 1017 (Malvern), Alexander Bevington-King and Analeigh Bevington-King, both of 265 (Chetwynd).

Congratulations to you all.

26/09/2026

*SATURDAY 14 NOVEMBER 2026*

🎉 Calling all adult volunteers - Don't miss this year's RAF Air Cadets Wing Annual Dinner. Celebrating 85 years of the

CLOSING DATE FOR BOOKINGS IS 14 OCTOBER!! 🎉

Don't miss out on a fantastic night for all West Mercian Wing CFAV staff and Trustees!!

13/09/2026

13/09/2026

Bored of being back at school already? 🥱
Join the RAF air cadets! ✈️🎺🚣💪🪖
Incredible opportunities for young people aged 12 - 18 (must be in school year 8 and above). Come and find out what it's about at our open evening - 7:15pm on Tuesday 29th September. To register your interest email: [email protected]

13/09/2026

13/09/2026

🌟 Introducing our new RAFAC Warrant Officer: WO Alex Corbin 🌟

We are delighted to announce the appointment of WO Alex Corbin as the new Warrant Officer for the RAF Air Cadets!

Alex brings over two decades of experience to the role, having started his journey in 2002 as a cadet at 171 (Christchurch) Squadron. Over the years, he has served across both Dorset & Wiltshire Wing and Hampshire & Isle of Wight Wing as a Civilian Instructor, Squadron SNCO, Sector SNCO, and Wing Warrant Officer.

Holding a Level 7 qualification in Leadership & Management through CVC, Alex brings both deep cadet/CFAV experience and extensive corporate leadership expertise from his career in global software consulting. He is passionate about ensuring the Cadets' and CFAVs' voices are heard at the highest level while championing simplicity, pragmatic policies, and strong support for our volunteers.

Outside of uniform, Alex lives in the New Forest with his partner Isabelle and their Labrador puppy.

We’d like to thank the outgoing RAF Air Cadets Warrant Officer, WO Donna Hall, for her time in the post and her absolute dedication to the organisation.

Please join us in sending a massive congratulations to WO Alex Corbin as he steps into this vital role! 👏✈️

03/09/2026

03/09/2026

WALES, WEST & THE REST

Did you know that Wales & West Region is also home to 1 Overseas Squadron Akotori. It was fantastic to have a number of the Squadron attend ROSE|DRAGON26 and get to interact with other Air Cadets from around the Region. New friends where made, and we're sure plenty of plans for some return visits where being discussed in the mess. Fun Fact, The Original ROSE|DRAGON Camp took place on Cyprus!!!

While the rest of the Region had a civilised departure time on the last Day of camp, our friends from overseas stayed behind to await a 4am departure to catch their flight home. So what better way to kill time than to conquer Pen y Fan for that world famous selfie.

We hope you enjoyed Rose|Dragon26 as much as we enjoyed getting to know you all. See you next year!!!!

Commandant Air Cadets RFCA for Wales Cadets In Schools Regional Commandant Wales and the West

27/08/2026

⚠️TEMPORARY RELOCATION ⚠️