21/05/2026
Huge congratulations to our former cadet, KS Flavio Silver on passing out yesterday from the RAF as an Air and Space Operations Specialist after completing 15 weeks of gruelling initial training.
It’s always fantastic to see the impact that cadets can have on a young person’s journey, helping to build confidence, resilience, discipline, and ambition. We are incredibly proud of what Flávio has achieved and everything he has gone on to accomplish.
Wishing him every success and happiness in his RAF career — we know he has a bright future ahead of him. Well done, Flávio! 🧡 🛰️✈️🌏
09/04/2026
🔶🔷Goodbye CWO Cocker🔷🔶
Today we’re finally taking a moment to recognise someone who’s been a huge part of our squadron for so long. This post may be a little late, but then again, how do you sum up everything that Cadet Warrant Officer Cocker has done, given, and achieved?
CWO Cocker has been a constant source of dedication, professionalism, and the heart of 145 squadron. From leading by example to supporting younger cadets, from pushing standards to bringing fresh ideas and energy, he has left a mark that won’t fade any time soon.
His contribution to the squadron has been immense—quietly fixing things in the background, stepping up when needed, taking on responsibilities without being asked, and always striving to make the squadron better than he found it. He’s been a role model, a mentor, and an inspiration to many.
Although his time as a cadet has come to an end, we’re all hoping this isn’t goodbye for long. We sincerely hope to see him back with us in the future in a uniformed staff role, continuing the journey from the other side of the pace stick. His leadership, enthusiasm, and commitment would be an asset to the squadron all over again.
Thank you, CWO Cocker, for everything you brought to us. Your hard work, your spirit, and your high standards have shaped the squadron in more ways than you realise. You leave behind a legacy to be proud of—and a squadron that’s better because you were part of it.
💙 Once 145, always 145. The door is always open. 💙
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23/04/2026