Cambridge University Air Squadron (CUAS) was founded in 1925 and is the oldest of the 14 University Air Squadrons. Its role is to provide flying training to all its members, as well as leadership training, personal development and much more.

CUAS has its Town Headquarters (THQ) close to central Cambridge. Its flying HQ is located at Royal Air Force Wyton near Huntingdon, where the shared fleet of aircraft is based. CUAS is made up of 6 staff: 2 flying instructors, a ground training instructor, an adjutant and his 2 support staff. There are approximately 62 undergraduate members.

Members of the Squadron participate in many activities in addition to flying, including sport, adventurous training expeditions, force development training and Squadron social events. Social events include the Annual Dinner, Christmas Draw and Summer Ball.