Oxford University Air Squadron

OUAS's Summer Camp Lunch of the Month has recently taken place.

This is an event where the squadron comes together to celebrate some of the past years achievements of both student and staff.

This year there were 3 awards for students, and our congratulations go to those who received one!

The Stanton Trophy - For Contribution to Squadron sport.

The GEO Award – Student vote for all round Squadron commitment.

The Pooley Sword – Best All-round Squadron Member.

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🚶‍♂️⛰️ Ever wanted to push the limits of your comfort zone? or get paid to climb next to 6000ft cliffs?

Well, a group of Students have recently been on an overseas Adventure Training expedition to Cortina d'Ampezzo in the Italian Dolomites.
They visited the north, central and east ranges of the Dolomites, exposing the group to high-altitude environments, pushing themselves beyond their known limits.

The group took on routes with various levels of difficulty, allowing them to get to grips with new skills and “learn the ropes”, no pun intended!

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Five OUAS Students made their way to RAF Coningsby for a force development trip. This involved a visit to the BBMF Squadron to learn the history behind each of the aircraft in their fleet. This was followed up by a tour of 29 SQN, the Operational conversion Unit for Typhoon, and a up close tour of the aircraft. As part of this unique experience RAF sponsored students went on to learn more about their future trade, whilst the remainder of the party were given an informative tour of the Air traffic control facility at Coningsby.

A massive thanks to the station for hosting us!

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An inquisitive group of OUAS Students reenacted journey of some unfortunate British airman during World War II in Exercise Home Run. They Started at RAF East Kirkby, before heading to Poland to Stalag Luft III prisoner of war camp. Partaking in camp activities, such as parades, and other arduous tasks that would have been carried out in preparation for the Great Escape “the Wooden Horse escape plan." The students were fully immersed in the experience.
The OUAS contingent were joined by students from University of London Air Sqn NIUAS - Northern Ireland University Air Squadron Yorkshire UAS Northumbrian UAS Uni of Birmingham Air Squadron EMUAS Southampton University Air Squadron Bristol University Air Sqn 🐗 UGSAS

Four students from OUAS joined Southampton University Air Squadron at the Portsmouth armed forces day in support of the RAF Tutor Display Team It was a great way for students to interact with the public and demonstrate how the UAS integrates into the wider RAF.

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OUAS have completed tasking in support of the 3rd airshow of the calendar: The RAF Cosford Air Show | Sunday 14th June 2026 !
On this occasion two OUAS students provided assistance to Uni of Birmingham Air Squadron , Yorkshire UAS , UGSAS , EMUAS , UWAS with the running of the airshow event. The show consisted of a full flying display and many static aircraft stands to have a look around.

OUAS have completed the 2nd air show on the calendar, and it was a first for the squadron: Gassed on Track Silverstone

This unique event took place at Silverstone with a variety of motor cars on display with something for all. The flying display was unfortunately disrupted by the weather and several displays were cancelled but OUAS were represented throughout.

Over three days, students travelled from RAF Benson to Lincoln for a Force development trip. They stopped off at the International Bomber Command Centre, Lincolnshire Aviation Heritage Centre, and Newark Air Museum to explore the history, impact, and the legacy of RAF Bomber Command.

Through a series of student-led stands, they examined the evolution of air power, the challenges faced by wartime aircrew, and the lessons that continue to shape the RAF today. An excellent opportunity to combine force development, leadership, and military history in a highly engaging environment.

OUAS has attended its first airshow of the 2026 season, and what a better event to kick it off than the RAF Brize Norton Family Day.

The day included several flypasts, such as the Red Arrows and the RAFBBMF. Also on static display their were the various air mobility aircraft of RAF Brize Norton and of course our Tutor aircraft showcasing what the UAS students can gain experience training on.