155 (Maidenhead) Squadron

155 (Maidenhead) Squadron is a well established unit with a rich history being the first Berkshire unit formed over 70 years ago. The Squadron is located near the town centre and we have strong links with the local community and take part in a wide range of activities including civic parades, local fetes, as well as the core ATC activities.

We always welcome new cadets and instructors to our team and hope to provide exciting and diverse opportunities for everyone.

Latest News for: 155

Wing Drill Day

Over 100 cadets from around Thames Valley Wing attended a wing drill day.

Wing Warrant Officer, WO Uzzell said:

This activity brings resources and instructors together to provide drill training and a taster of different forms of drill for the whole Wing

2020 Awards – RAFAC Commandant’s Certificates

Flt Lt K Kisley
Flt Lt P Bennett
Fg Off S Morris
WO A Mchenry
WO G Rawlings
WO S Robinson
FS R Reeve
CI Mr J Bowsher
CI Mr N Parramore
Rev Harwood
Rev Hillier
Mr S Haines
Mrs Y Miller
Mr J Payne
Mrs U Bozeck
Cadet Wo Fell
Cadet FS Southey
Cadet FS Van Rooyen
Cadet FS Pon-Guimares
Cadet FS Honor
Cadet FS Hammond
Cadet FS Meechan
Cadet FS Doe
Cadet Sgt Bhamra
Cadet Sgt Smith
Cadet Sgt Andrews
Cadet Sgt Lewis
1460 Banbury Sqn
155 Maidenhead Sqn
Wing Staff Officer
Wing Warrant Officer
2477 Britwell Sqn
211 Newbury Sqn
2121 Witney Sqn
155 Maidenhead Sqn
2477 Britwell Sqn
211 Newbury Sqn
153 Slough Sqn
155 Maidenhead Sqn
447 Henley Sqn
Wing Executive Committee
Wing Headquarters
211 Newbury Sqn
2121 Abingdon Sqn
153 Slough Sqn
153 Slough Sqn
447 Henley Sqn
447 Henley Sqn
155 Maidenhead Sqn
136 Chipping Norton Sqn
153 Slough Sqn
211 Newbury Sqn
2120 Witney Sqn
2120 Witney Sqn

Radio and Cyber Success

During the recent lock down period, Thames Valley Wing of the RAF Air Cadets moved to using online platforms to continue activities for our cadets. 217 of our air cadets have completed radio communications and cyber security training courses during this time and we even trained 10 adult volunteers as instructors.

The radio communications and cyber security training is highly beneficial to the cadets, as it improves their knowledge of cyber security, social media safety and how to protect themselves and their devices from malware and viruses. Continue reading

Thames Valley Wing goes maritime!

Thames valley Wing undertook a multi activity training weekend staying onboard HMS Bristol, a Royal Navy destroyer docked in Portsmouth and used as a training facility. Our cadets participated in training for first aid, leadership, instructional techniques, NCO command training for Junior and Senior NCOs and weapons handling and safety training.

Thames Valley Wing visit to Ypres

A party of cadets and staff from Thames Valley Wing joined Hants and IOW Wing on a trip to the WW1 sites around Ypres in Belgium this weekend. The trip included visits to several WW1 cemeteries where the cadets were able to lay crosses and pay their respects. With the approach of the 100th Anniversary of the end of WW1, it was a particularly poignant time. The highlight of the trip was the participation in the Menin Gate Last Post cemetery, during which the Wing laid a wreath. Continue reading

Tactical Leadership Course Success

In the months from September to October, a little more than 100 cadets took part in Thames Valley Wing Air Cadets’ fieldcraft courses.  Also known as the ‘Tactical Leadership Courses’, they culminated in a blank firing exercise with cadets, a first for the Wing.  Throughout, cadets were given progressive opportunities to learn and demonstrate skills from camouflage and concealment to section-level tactics with training ammunition, all whilst developing their communication, teamwork and leadership skills. Continue reading