Welcome to 2344 Squadron

Welcome to 2344 (Longbenton) Squadron, one of the North East’s leading Royal Air Force Air Cadet units.

We offer young people aged 12–20 the opportunity to take part in flying, adventure training, leadership, STEM, DofE, music, camps and much more. Our cadets are encouraged to challenge themselves, develop confidence and make friendships that can last a lifetime.

Supported by the Royal Air Force and run by a dedicated team of adult volunteers, 2344 Squadron provides experiences that are exciting, rewarding and often truly unique.

Flight Lieutenant C J Hartwell RAFAC
Officer Commanding

Join as a cadet

READY FOR SOMETHING DIFFERENT?

Cadet life is about challenge, excitement and adventure. From flying and gliding to camps, leadership, DofE, fieldcraft, STEM and music, there are plenty of opportunities to try something new and develop your confidence.

2344 Squadron parades every Tuesday and Thursday evening at our own premises just off Whitley Road in Benton.

JOIN US
Flying at RAF Leeming
Gliding at RAF Topcliffe
Synthetic flight on squadron
Fieldcraft Exercise
Gliding at RAF Topcliffe
First Aid Training

Be Part of Something BIG!

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With numbers like these, being an RAF Air Cadet is a great opportunity to meet people and forge friendships that last a lifetime!

OUR PEOPLE

2344 Squadron relies on the fantastic support it receives from its adult volunteers.

Our staff team hugely enjoy their role in developing our young people. Find out how you could benefit yourself and the lives of others here.

Civilian Instructor
Cdt Sgt

Young Tynesiders are at the heart of 2344, but their experiences see them all around the country, and sometimes the globe!

WHAT WE'VE BEEN UP TO

Cadets after fieldcraft at our EUF in Benton
Latest News

We're always on the lookout for volunteers who have the dedication and passion to make a real difference in young peoples' lives.

Our adult volunteers complete various tasks on the squadron; from keeping our administration in check, to delivering training to cadets in a classroom or on the hills- our staff are extremely versatile!

To join us as a staff member, you'll need to be aged over 20 and be able to pass a DBS and basic security check.

If you're interested and think you have what it takes, we'd love to hear from you.