1104 Pendle Air Cadets

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

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

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

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

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

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! 🥳

09/12/2025

1104 Christmas Bake Off! 🎂🎄

Tonight the Squadron held a Christmas Bake Off, where cadets brought in homemade cakes and dessert to compete to be crowned the 1104 Christmas Bake Off Champion. Cadets also brought in money to raise money for the Armed Forces Support Group 👏

Our Squadron staff were given the challenging task of judging the bakes based off their presentation, theme and, most importantly, taste (such a strenuous parade night for all the staff 😉🤣).

After a tough decision ranking all of the 13 bakes, the winner is...... 🥁🥁🥁

Flt Sgt O'Connor (number 3) for her excellent decorative skills and balance of flavours with the sponge and icing. 🥳🥳

Congratulations to all the cadets who took part in the Bake Off, it was an extremely close match between all of the dessert. See all of the entries below before the staff tasting and cadets then devouring the remains!

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

23/11/2025

✈️💙 A huge thank you to 1104 Pendle Air Cadets! 💙✈️

Over the Remembrance period, these fantastic young cadets volunteered their evenings to staff our Tesco Poppy Stall, supporting the Royal British Legion Poppy Appeal with professionalism, pride, and dedication.

🌺 Thanks to their selfless efforts — and the generosity of the public — an impressive £501.49 was raised! 🙌🇬🇧

Your commitment to remembrance and service is truly appreciated.

Thank you, Pendle Air Cadets — Lest We Forget. 🌹🙏

11/11/2025

🇬🇧 Remembrance Sunday 2025 🇬🇧

On Sunday, cadets and staff from 1104 (Pendle) Squadron, were honoured to participate in the Remembrance Parades held in Colne and Nelson.

The Squadron joined members of the Armed Forces, veterans, civic leaders, and the local community in paying tribute to all those who have made the ultimate sacrifice in the service of our nation.

Our cadets conducted themselves with the highest standards of respect, discipline, and professionalism throughout both parades and services. Their exemplary bearing is a reflection of their commitment to upholding the values of the Royal Air Force Air Cadets.

We will remember them. 🌺

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30/10/2025

🎃 1104 Pendle Squadron Halloween 2025!👻

Our cadets went all out for Halloween this year — from spooky skeletons and classic vampires to Jedi, villains, and even a cow 🐄! There seemed to be a Smurfs takeover this year, made even more spooky with the boss dressing as Gargamel!

Drop a comment below and tell us who you think had the best costume! 🧛‍♂️⚔️💀

28/10/2025

1104 (Pendle) Squadron Needs You!
Become part of something extraordinary – help inspire the next generation with the RAF Air Cadets (RAFAC).

We’re looking for adult volunteers to join our dedicated team at 1104 (Pendle) Squadron. Whether you can give a few hours a week or more, you can make a real difference to young people. Without volunteers, we struggle to provide the opportunities that the RAFAC has to offer.

Roles Available:
👩‍🏫 Civilian Instructors – learn & share your skills and mentor our cadets.
Civilian Welfare Committee - Meet every 8-12 weeks and support the squadron with fundraising and cadet welfare.

What You’ll Gain:
✨ Rewarding experiences guiding young people
🧭 Leadership and training opportunities
🤝 Teamwork and camaraderie
📜 Nationally recognised qualifications
🙌 The pride of being part of something bigger

No prior military experience is needed — just enthusiasm, reliability, and a willingness to get involved. Full training and support are provided.

📍 Where: 1104 (Pendle) Squadron HQ, Clayton St, Nelson, BB9 7ES
🕕 When: Parade Nights – Tue & Thu evenings 1915-2130
📩 Interested? Send us a message here on Facebook or email oc.1104@rafac.mod.gov.uk to find out more.

Step up. Volunteer. Inspire.
💙 Join the RAF Air Cadets and help shape the future. 💙

13/10/2025

Congratulations to Cdt Islam on his impressive achievement!

A future author in the making