Who and Why?

Oxford University Air Squadron exists as a training unit within the Royal Air Force and primarily provides basic flying training, force development and adventurous training to undergraduate students at the universities of Oxford, Oxford Brookes and Reading. The main role of the squadron is to provide a taste of life in the Service and give experience to its members so that they can make an informed decision on whether to take up a career as an officer in one of the many branches of the RAF. The squadron is attached to RAF Benson where the flying takes place and has a Town Headquarters in Oxford where training nights are held.