148 (Barnsley) Squadron

Royal Air Force Air Cadets

Cadets Begin Gliding Training

On the 27th of January 2019, myself and Cdt Kirk got the chance to go gliding at RAF Syerston in Leicester. It was a windy day so unfortunately, we couldn’t fly, but we were able to complete the ground school…

Inter-Squadron Cross Country Championships

On the 13th of January 148 (Barnsley) Squadron attended the Annual South and West Yorkshire Wing Cross Country Championship. Once we arrived at Thornes Park we began by handing out the squadron sports tops and shorts so that we could…

Blue Badge Leadership Course

On the 12th of January, a Blue Badge Leadership Day was held for cadets at 148 (Barnsley) Squadron. 10 Cadets attended the course to develop their leadership skills and earn the Blue Leadership Badge.  The day was ran by the…

Contact Us

Contact Us If you are interested in joining, or have any questions, please fill out a contact sheet below and a member of the Squadron Staff will be in touch soon. Alternatively please ring the squadron phone on 01226 283049…

Staff

CI Mandy Colton

CI Colton has been involved with the ATC as a staff member since 2010. She joined the Corps as she saw the positive influence it had on young people and her partner is and two children were also involved in…

Why Air Cadets?

What makes the Air Cadets different from other organisations? You can ask any cadet or member of staff and they will tell you about their experiences and achievements during their time with the ACO. The ACO is unique as it…

Child Safety

Every parent’s primary concern is for the safety and well-being of their son or daughter. Rest assured here at 148 (Barnsley) Squadron we take this equally seriously. Many of our activities (often outdoor) rely on our cadets being in a…

Schools Information

Cadet Activities During School Term On occasions some cadet activities can occur in the week during the school term. A letter can be obtained from 148 (Barnsley) Squadron Adjutant which provides your the school with details of the acivity. In…