Recruitment Open Evening
Our next recruitment open evening is on the 1st May 2025 - thinking about joining? Register your interest using the link on our Contact Us page and come and see what we're all about!
THE SQUADRON
THE HISTORY
459 has been here serving Windsor for around 80 years, offering opportunities for teenagers, young adults, and even staff, that they can't get any where else.
Since it's founding, the squadron has been through a lot of changes - from the volunteers that staff it, to the cadets that excel within it, and even to the building and grounds that host us.
Throughout it's history however, one thing has remained constant; A desire to fulfil the overarching motto that guides every RAFAC squadron...
Venture. Adventure.
AND NOW
Today, 459 (Windsor) Squadron consists of around 45 cadets and 8 members of staff, parading every Monday and Thursday.
We regularly take part in all activities and opportunities offered by RAFAC across the UK and abroad and unfailingly strive to excel in #whatwedo
Whether it's flying, fundraising, competing or studying. Whether 459 is on parade, at work, or relaxing at home - our cadets and staff constantly work to uphold the squadron's motto...
Seek. Challenge. Overcome.
SQUADRON STAFF
The backbone of 459 is its 'Cadet Forces Adult Volunteers' (CFAVs for short!), who bring a diverse wealth of experience to the squadron, from all sorts of backgrounds. Each one brings something unique to the table, and are crucial in the running of the squadron, day after day.
Flight Sergeant Matthew Hargreaves
Officer Commanding
CI Kate Liddell
Squadron Adjutant
CI Lewis Majeed
Squadron Training Officer
CI John Edgar
Civilian Instructor
CI Matthew Harlow
Civilian Instructor
CIVILIAN COMMITTEE
A key part of 459 is it's civilian arm, made up of parents and friends of the squadron. They assist the OC, give the squadron direction, and crucially, fundraise to support the many activities provided for 459 cadets.
Air Vice Marshal (Retd.)
Andrew Vallance
Committee President
Irma Aleshe
Committee Chairperson
Kristina Halton
Committee Treasurer
Lisa Hulyer
Committee Secretary
Interested in joining? Or need to get in touch with our CIVCOM?
We're always on the look out for talented individuals interested in volunteering with us. Whether you have prior experience working with youth groups, have a skill or qualification that you think would be useful, or are brand new to the scene and just wanting to pitch in, we'd love to hear from you. Click the button below, and get in touch!