University of Birmingham Air Squadron

31/08/2026

HOW TO APPLY!

Swipe to see how you can join us with these simple steps.

It all starts by visiting:
https://www.raf.mod.uk/our-organisation/university-air-squadrons/
(Click Link in bio)

31/08/2026

Ex Obsidian Traverse 🇮🇸
6 students from UBAS had the opportunity to join in completing the Laugavegur and Fimmvörðuháls Trails in Iceland. This involved 85km over 5 days, carrying enough food for each day and everything they needed for the journey on their backs.
Students enjoyed the changing landscapes from volcanic sand, glaciers and waterfalls. It was a challenging and rewarding experience.
A big thank you to UWAS for organising and inviting us!
And thank you once again for supporting the trip!

26/08/2026

2026 Freshers Fairs

Freshers week is approaching 🔥

Come talk to us at your Freshers' fair!
If you have any questions about your application or want to know what life on squadron is like, we will be happy to answer your questions:)

These are the universities we will be attending this year. (If you study at one of our affiliated universities but are not on this list you can still come and see us at another uni's fair)

Bring your friends along and find out what UBAS is about
We're looking forward to meeting you all 💙

25/08/2026

2026 APPLICATIONS ARE OPEN!

Want to learn how to fly ?
Like to Travel?
Fancy going to France to Ski? ...
AND getting paid to do it!

UBAS provides exciting opportunities that not many other university students get. You can travel the world, experience adventure and build strong friendships, all along studying your degree.

There is also no commitment to join the RAF however if you are considering it the UAS scheme can provide bursaries and help with preparation for your application.

Feel free to DM us with any questions although we will be posting more soon about what to expect for applications and eligibility requirements

If you are studying at a University in the Birmingham area, click the link in our bio to find out how to apply.

18/06/2026

✈️ Please help us find the owner of a lost notebook ✈️

A notebook was found at the end of the RAF Cosford Air Show on Sunday on a golf buggy used to return visitors to the car and bus parks.

The notebook contains detailed aircraft notes and information, clearly belonging to a passionate aviation enthusiast, and we would love to get it back to its rightful owner.

We believe it may belong to an older gentleman who was travelling home by coach that evening.

If you think this might be yours or belong to someone you know, please get in touch via email to [email protected]. To ensure it goes to the correct owner, we will ask for a few details about the notebook before returning it.

We have intentionally not shared all details to help confirm the rightful owner.

🔎 Additional lost property:
Other items were also recovered during our post-event FOD plod and handed in. If you have misplaced something, please contact us at [email protected] as we may have it.

Please share this post to help reunite items with their owners 🙏

20/05/2026

23/04/2026

At the RAFOTA Graduation on 2nd April, 29 of the graduating officers proudly began their RAF journey as University Air Squadron (UAS) cadets.

If you’ve never heard of the opportunities available, UAS offers a unique chance to sample RAF life while at university. Alongside ground and flying training the UAS blend recruitment preparation, leadership and development training, Defence education, public engagement and sporting activities within a single organisation; attracting adventurous individuals interested in Air and Space Power. These elements are central to the UAS experience, offering exceptional opportunities for personal growth and development that go far beyond what is typically available at university alone.



Off Cdt Mehra – MASUAS

“The UAS gave me first-hand exposure of life in the RAF, showcasing how different mechanisms aid its functioning. 6FTS provided high-quality training packages, with FP courses aiding MSM and squadron duties helping me in CLM. The flying training was second to none, which I hope will benefit me in EFT. I would recommend the UAS to anyone interested in joining the military or gaining exposure to the RAF.”

Off Cdt Paterson – Universities of Wales Air Squadron

“I simply would not be in the Royal Air Force if it were not for the Universities of Wales Air Squadron. Through concrete mentorship and unwavering encouragement, I have been able to earn an honoured place in the RAF. The squadron didn’t just show me the path; they gave me the tools to walk it.”

Off Cdt Neale – East Midlands UAS

“The University Air Squadron system was fundamentally vital to me standing on this parade square. Whether it was the assistance and guidance throughout the application, or the exposure to military life in preparation for MIOT, 6FTS provides the optimal foot in the door for life as a commissioned officer in the RAF.”