1104 Pendle Air Cadets

1104 Pendle Air Cadets The Royal Air Force Air Cadets provides amazing opportunities for young people between the ages of 12-19.

A huge thank you to the cadets and staff from 1104 (Pendle) Squadron and 1969 (Rossendale) Squadron Air Cadets who volun...
31/05/2026

A huge thank you to the cadets and staff from 1104 (Pendle) Squadron and 1969 (Rossendale) Squadron Air Cadets who volunteered their time today to help marshal the Pendleside Hospice Mountain Bike Challenge at Townley Park in Burnley!

Despite a slightly drizzly start to the morning, the weather soon improved, making for a fantastic day supporting such an important local charity event. Our cadets were positioned around the course, helping to keep riders on track, providing encouragement, and ensuring the event ran smoothly.

It was especially great to support the event organiser, Manny, who is a former 1104 cadet! After his time with the squadron, Manny went on to serve 10 years in the Royal Air Force as an engineer before returning to the local community and helping organise this fantastic challenge.

Well done to all the riders who took part, and thank you to Pendleside Hospice for allowing our cadets to be involved. The day was a great example of teamwork, community spirit, and service in action.

Cumbria and Lancashire Wing
Regional Commandant North - Air Cadets
North Region - Royal Air Force Air Cadets
Royal Air Force Air Cadets
Commandant Air Cadets

12/04/2026

‼️DACRE SWORD NOMINATION‼️

A massive congratulations to CWO Hird from 1104 (Pendle) Squadron who has been nominated by North Region Air cadets for the Dacre Sword.

A message from the Squadron Commander Flt Lt Birchall:
"The staff and cadets from 1104 (Pendle) Squadron and incredibly proud of Cadet Warrant Officer Matilda "Tilly" Hird, following her nomination from North Region for the Dacre Sword award. In all my years within RAFAC, I haven't seen a more outstanding, dependable and hard-working cadet than CWO Hird and this is echoed by staff from across the Wing and Region who have worked with her. I wish her the best of luck for the final selection weekend and know that she has all of Cumbria & Lancashire Wing as well as 1104 (Pendle) Sqn behind her."

What a massive achievement and something to be incredibly proud of.

Congratulations and good luck from all at Wing HQ.

Commandant Air Cadets
Royal Air Force Air Cadets
North Region - Royal Air Force Air Cadets
Regional Commandant North - Air Cadets
Lancashire Lieutenancy
RFCA for the North West of England & the Isle of Man

1104 Pendle Air Cadets

Flying opportunities!!!Yesterday we had four cadets travel to 11 air experience flight at RAF Leeming to take to the sk...
19/03/2026

Flying opportunities!!!

Yesterday we had four cadets travel to 11 air experience flight at RAF Leeming to take to the skies✈️

For some it was there first time and learnt about the basics of aviation and had a fun introduction to flying.
For others who had been before, they further developed their knowledge and had fun with more aerobatics!!

They were also lucky enough to witness some eurofighter typhoons in action!!

North Region - Royal Air Force Air CadetsRoyal Air Force Air CadetsCommandant Air CadetsCumbria and Lancashire WingRegional Commandant North - Air Cadets

A huge congratulations to our very own Flight Lieutenant Thomas Birchall, Officer Commanding of 1104 (Pendle) Squadron! ...
21/02/2026

A huge congratulations to our very own Flight Lieutenant Thomas Birchall, Officer Commanding of 1104 (Pendle) Squadron! 👏✈️

On 1st February, Tom attended RAF Leeming where he was proudly presented with his Regional Commandant’s Commendation in recognition of his outstanding leadership and dedication since taking command in February 2025. 🏅🇬🇧

Since taking over, Tom has transformed the squadron’s trajectory:

📈 Attendance has grown from 24 to 32 cadets — an incredible 34% increase!

🏆 At the Cumbria & Lancashire Wing Competition Day, the squadron brought home 5 trophies, including Overall Most Improved, climbing an impressive 17 places from the previous year!

🌟 He has expanded the unit’s footprint, creating a safer outdoor space for drill and sport.

🌍 Cadets are now accessing the full Progressive Training Syllabus, with opportunities ranging from local activities and camps right through to an international camp in Sweden.

An exceptional achievement and thoroughly deserved recognition for the impact he continues to make on the squadron and its cadets. Well done, Sir! 👏🎉

Cumbria and Lancashire Wing
Regional Commandant North - Air Cadets
North Region - Royal Air Force Air Cadets
Royal Air Force Air Cadets
Commandant Air Cadets

✈️ Inspiring insights from the RAF! 🤩This evening, the Squadron held a Virtual Parade Night (VPN), where we were privile...
10/02/2026

✈️ Inspiring insights from the RAF! 🤩

This evening, the Squadron held a Virtual Parade Night (VPN), where we were privileged to welcome Royal Air Force Engineering Officer, Flight Lieutenant Waddington.

Flt Lt Waddington spoke to the cadets about his RAF career, following on from his time as a cadet at 352 (Burnley) Sqn where he now volunteers as a Service Instructor. His story highlighted the many pathways and opportunities available within the RAF.

During his career, Flt Lt Waddington has enjoyed incredible experiences as an Aircraft Technician (Mechanical), before gaining a degree through the RAF and commissioning as an Engineering Officer. His involvement in the RAF 100 flypast and the Typhoon Display Team particularly captured everyone’s imagination!

On behalf of the Squadron, we would like to extend our sincere thanks to Flt Lt Waddington for giving up his evening to inspire our cadets and staff alike. 👏

352 Burnley Squadron - Royal Air Force Air Cadets
RAF Typhoon Display Team
Cumbria and Lancashire Wing
North Region - Royal Air Force Air Cadets
Regional Commandant North - Air Cadets
Commandant Air Cadets
Royal Air Force Air Cadets

Bronze Cyber & Blue Space Course 💻🚀Today, cadets from across Cumbria and Lancashire Wing came together at 1104 (Pendle) ...
25/01/2026

Bronze Cyber & Blue Space Course 💻🚀

Today, cadets from across Cumbria and Lancashire Wing came together at 1104 (Pendle) Squadron to take part in a Bronze Cyber Course and Blue Space Course.

The Bronze Cyber Course looks at cyber security, online safety and what is in all the terms and conditions you consent to without even reading.

The Blue Space Course looks at our Solar System, The Big Bang Theory and different types of orbits within our atmosphere.

4 cadets were awarded their Bronze Cyber badges and 10 cadet earned their Blue Space badges. Congratulations to all cadets on the course!!

Commandant Air Cadets
Royal Air Force Air Cadets
North Region - Royal Air Force Air Cadets
Regional Commandant North - Air Cadets

A massive congratulations to former 1104 cadet Air Recruit (AR) Culshaw on graduating his phase 1 training at Royal Air ...
21/01/2026

A massive congratulations to former 1104 cadet Air Recruit (AR) Culshaw on graduating his phase 1 training at Royal Air Force Halton. A former Cadet Flight Sergeant, AR Culshaw will now begin his phase 2 training after a short break. From all of us at 1104 (Pendle) Squadron, we are incredibly proud of your achievements and how far you have come since your first ever parade night!

While we are not a recruiting force for the Royal Air Force, did you know that around 1 in 3 personnel who join the Royal Air Force are former Air Cadets ✈️

Once again a huge congratulations AR Culshaw! 🥳

Cumbria and Lancashire Wing
Regional Commandant North - Air Cadets
North Region - Royal Air Force Air Cadets
Commandant Air Cadets
Royal Air Force Air Cadets

Another week of badges for 1104! This week we presented 4 Youth First Aid and a set of Blue Flying Wings to cadets! Keep...
18/01/2026

Another week of badges for 1104! This week we presented 4 Youth First Aid and a set of Blue Flying Wings to cadets! Keep up the great work all!

Cumbria and Lancashire Wing
Regional Commandant North - Air Cadets
North Region - Royal Air Force Air Cadets
Commandant Air Cadets
Royal Air Force Air Cadets

What a start to the year! During our first week back we saw the awarding of several badges and qualifications: 3x Method...
10/01/2026

What a start to the year! During our first week back we saw the awarding of several badges and qualifications:

3x Method of Instruction Lanyards
1x Silver Duke of Edinburgh's Award
1x Bronze Duke of Edinburgh’s Award
1x Leading Cadet Qualification
1x Bronze Aviation Wings
1x Blue Aviation Wings
4x Essential First Aid Qualifications

Congratulations to all who have worked hard last year to earn these qualifications 👏

Cumbria and Lancashire Wing
North Region - Royal Air Force Air Cadets
Regional Commandant North - Air Cadets
Commandant Air Cadets
Royal Air Force Air Cadets

On behalf of all the staff and cadets at 1104, we would like to wish you all a Happy New Year and look forward to seeing...
01/01/2026

On behalf of all the staff and cadets at 1104, we would like to wish you all a Happy New Year and look forward to seeing what exciting things our cadets get up to in 2026! Thank you all for your support this year! 🥳

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