231 Norwich Squadron ATC

22/10/2026

02/10/2026

🎉 PROMOTION ANNOUNCEMENT 🎉

Last night, 3 cadets from 231 Norwich Squadron took the next step in their cadet careers, and were even lucky enough to be promoted by Wing Commander Allen!!

Say hello and congratulations to Corporal Newell, Corporal Busby and Corporal Klaczynska.

Promotions signify a cadets dedication to the squadron and ability to effectively lead the other cadets in tasks, whilst showing the best of our core RISE values and exceptional efforts in attendance and uniform appearance.

Congratulations to everyone promoted last night!



Commandant Air Cadets
Norfolk and Suffolk Wing Air Cadets
Royal Air Force Air Cadets
Central & East Region Air Cadets

24/07/2026

This week saw the cadets of 231 have a visit from the RAF Regular & Reserve recruitment staff.

Cadets undertook a team building and communication tasks to experience what a small portion of life was like inside of the Royal Air Force by building a Eurofighter Typhoon airframe out of MTA kits.

Much fun was had! So much so they can't wait till they come back! Inspiring minds for the future is what we do best at the RAF Air Cadets!

If you want to experience this and MANY more activities that RAF Air Cadets can offer you, then get in touch, we have an open evening coming up in September for anyone aged between 12* and 17 (*you must be in year 8 ).🧑🏻‍✈️✈️🛩️

Commandant Air Cadets
Central & East Region Air Cadets
Norfolk and Suffolk Wing Air Cadets
Royal Air Force Air Cadets

17/07/2026

Last night saw 231 Sqn step back in time again to the 1940s and 1918! Travelling through the decades we learnt and reflected what it was like living in the past.

We started with the Royal Flying Corp in 1918, learning how the burgeoning corp recruited and trained its staff, donning pilot outfits and how the early aircraft of the time were used for mainly reconnaissance. We then bought our EFA and YFA training into WW2 learning about how to put on bandages and look after poorly patients bed ridden with special cups to protect your precious moustache!

Agnes then showed us 'make do and mend' and how it was the backbone of sustainable living while the war was raging on. Cadets learnt how to make rag rugs and had a go at making one for the Sqn! Next an ARP warden took us and gave us all hands on with Sten guns, Enfield's and pistols designed for the resistance in WW2, all authentic and deactivated. He then took us outside to tell us the dangers of phosphorus bombs and had a chance to put them out with stirrup pumps! What great fun!

An amazing time was had by all! We can't wait till next year!!!

15/07/2026

The last two nights saw the hosting us at a behind the scenes, closed door guided tour of the museum.

Cadets got up close and personal with two of the greatest Cold War icons, the mighty Vulcan Bomber, and the ever so versatile Nimrod. We want to thank the staff and volunteers at the museum for another fantastic evening hosting us again this year! It's one of the most requested nights in our calendar year after year!

If you want to experience this and MANY more activities that RAF Air Cadets can offer you, then get in touch, we have an open evening coming up in September for anyone aged between 12* and 17 (*you must be in year 8 ).🧑🏻‍✈️✈️🛩️

Commandant Air Cadets
Central & East Region Air Cadets
Royal Air Force Air Cadets
City Of Norwich Aviation Museum

13/07/2026

Yesterday saw 4 senior cadets of 231 Norwich Sqn take off to the 'simulated' skies at 643 Aerospace Ground School - AGS at RAF Syerston for their Bronze Wings! A complex course which requires a lot of training and concentration, even more so in this warm weather.🥵🌞

Covering secondary effects of controls, how to recover from stalls, circuit training and much more, Sgt Goodbody-Mason, Cpls Copley, Howes, and Ryding smashed it out of the park and all passed! 🎉🎇🎊 Even our very own Sgt Martin got a 'great landing' comment from the staff as he had a play on their state of the art equipment!

If you want to experience this and MANY more activities that RAF Air Cadets can offer you, then get in touch, we have an open evening coming up in September for anyone aged between 12* and 17 (*you must be in year 8 ).🧑🏻‍✈️✈️🛩️

Central & East Region Air Cadets
Royal Air Force Air Cadets
Commandant Air Cadets

16/06/2026

Well what a busy weekend for 231, not one but two events last weekend.

Well done to everyone that represented the squadron last Sunday at the Norfolk &Suffolk football Wing competition. The players showed great attitude, worked hard from start to finish and gave their best in every match, special mention CDT Woodrow for being team captain and keeping team morale high all weekend!!

The team missed the semifinals by only one point but they can be very proud of themselves and the performance they showed on the pitch. Our team has shown respect for team mates, opponents, officials and supporters. Their behaviour was excellent 👏.

This event was a great experience and proof of fantastic sportsmanship, friendship and teamwork. Well done again 231 Norwich squadron for a fantastic day.

And congratulations to Cpl Daniels for representing 231 AND the Wing at the Regional athletics finals on Saturday, he did a superb job at the javelin throwing showing hard work and determination!

Well done 231!!!

31/05/2026

Yesterday saw 6 cadets from 231 and 222 head up to Syerston for a gliding experience flight ✈️ 🛫.
25degree heat 🥵 and 45 degree climbs at 60+mph 🤯 and up they went! We even had an ex 231 cadet Flt Lt Adam White look after our 231 cadets all day taking us on thermal tours of the area, we even bumped into some 611 VGS staff!
Thanks to everyone at 644 VGS for having us.

20/04/2026

231's Multi Activity Training weekend was a roaring success! On Saturday we had 22 blue radio achievements with great thanks to FS Cobbold from Thetford Sqn, and 5 Bronze space awards with cadets from around the region with , and taking part!
On Sunday we had a mix of 10 cadets from and 231 achieve the coveted Silver Space award, with one cadets sign up for Gold Space later this year as soon as she passed! And we had 7 cadets pass their blue leadership being taught by CWO Blakemore!
Nearly 40 badges awarded in just one weekend! Amazing work everyone! We can't wait for the next one!

03/04/2026

🚀WE’RE LOOKING FOR ADULT VOLUNTEERS!
Could you — or someone you know — help support the next generation?

231 (Norwich) Sqn RAF Air Cadets is looking for enthusiastic adults to join our team.
No military experience is needed — just a willingness to get involved and support young people as they learn new skills, take on challenges and grow in confidence.

✅ Civilian Instructors – helping with activities, sport, STEM, training and more

If you can spare just 2 evenings a week, we’ll provide all the training, guidance and support you need. It’s flexible, rewarding and makes a huge difference to what our cadets can experience.

So if you’re friendly, reliable and enjoy helping others, we’d love to hear from you.

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👉 Find out more about volunteering with RAF Air Cadets: www.raf.mod.uk/aircadets
📩 message us directly or email [email protected] to arrange a visit.