Sgt Lewis Melia joined the ATC at the age of 13 and rose to become one of the senior cadets on the squadron ageing out at the age of 20 in May 2018. On leaving his time as a cadet he became a Civilian Instructor.  In 2020 he became an Adult Senior Non-Commissioned Officer.  He became a qualified Shooting instructor and runs the shooting experience for the cadets in 148 Squadron and supports the sector and wider wing often.

Lewis is a very active member of staff both on and off squadron. He is responsible for progressing cadets through their marksman and shooting training. Some of Lewis’ highlights as part of Barnsley Squadron include receiving his Gold Duke of Edinburgh Award at Buckingham Palace and securing a flight at the Squadron Summer Camp in a Hawk T2 (similar to the Red Arrows).