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Manchester and Salford Universities Air Squadron MASUAS gives students in Manchester a chance to experience RAF life as part of the RAF Volunteer Res
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Are you a full time University Student in the Greater Manchester area? Join Manchester and Salford Universities Air Squadron and take advantage of what we have to offer you for your time at University - Flying Training, Adventurous Expeditions, Sporting Competitions, Force Development and great socials! Give our page a like to find out what we get up to and how you can join us in the next academic year!

19/06/2024

Last week MASUAS held this years summer camp at RAF Woodvale. Over the 4 day event, students took part in a wide range of activities. This included drill, preparing the squadron for the next academic year, practicing OASC tasks, collecting donations for the North West Air Ambulance and beach sports.

Students also had time to reflect on this year with MASUAS through our Review Night along with saying a special goodbye to those friends and colleagues who graduate this year.

13/06/2024

This week 11 MASUAS students visited the Lake District to take part in various AT (Adventurous Training) activities as part of the squadrons summer camp.

Over the 4 days activities included: Canyoning, Via Ferrata, Mountain Biking, Hill Walking and Climbing. Not only do these activities improve individual abilities and provide opportunities to try something new, but they also benefit the squadron outside of AT in many ways.

22/05/2024

Recently MASUAS arranged a cpr session in conjunction with the British Heart Foundation: 2 of our medical students with support from other masuas members ran a session teaching Basic Life Support (BLS) to members of the local community to give people confidence to perform CPR correctly until an ambulance arrives.

As 80% of out of hospital cardiac arrests occur inside the home knowing these skills is incredibly important and can help save lives.

16/05/2024

Recently one student on MASUAS completed their solo sector recce which is a fantastic achievement on the UAS Flying Syllabus.

The sortie involves the student flying out of the circuit on their own for the first time, navigating the local airspace before returning back to the airfield.

23/04/2024

Over the weekend 18 MASUAS students completed the Yorkshire 3 peaks in support of the Greater Manchester Blood Bikes Charity. So far, as a team, they have raised an incredible £1800!

Manchester Blood Bikes transports blood, plasma, platelets, samples, vaccines, donor breast milk & any other urgently required medical items to hospitals and healthcare sites. All of this is done free of charge without any form of subsidy or government funding, operating solely on the generosity of individuals, organisations, groups and businesses who support them with donations and sponsorships.

The hike itself is a 24-miles (38.6km) round trip route, and includes 1585m (5200ft) of ascent which was completed well under the target time of 12 hours. If you would like to donate to the charity then please use the following link: https://gofund.me/b44e86ed

29/03/2024

This week MASUAS held its annual Easter Camp at RAF Woodvale!

Over 5 days students were involved in numerous activities which helped develop skills, knowledge and abilities across a wide range topics.

The activities on the camp included:
Sports (Football, Netball, Volleyball, Swimming and Yoga), inter-flight competitions in the gym, adventurous training by caving in the Yorkshire Dales as well as learning about Mountain Rescue, Air Power Study Exercise via a trip to RAF Cosford Museum where students presented ‘stands’ on certain topics, charity work by collecting donations for the North West Air Ambulance, drill practice and of course flying!

The action packed week was thoroughly enjoyed by all and benefitted each student in many ways.

24/03/2024

UAS EX OLIVE TORCH 🇮🇹🕊️

This week, students from all 15 University Air Squadrons across the Uk travelled to Sicily for participation in the Canadian led International Forum for Peace, Security, and Prosperity Symposium .

From enlightening lectures, workshops and discussion panels featuring outstanding academics from world institutions and our own UAS students, to engaging lectures that expanded horizons — every moment was a chance to learn and grow and understand the concepts of Peace. Students attending now have a unique perspective of the maintenance of peace and the importance of international law and how world institutions play their part.

As the sun set, evenings were filled with vibrant international functions, offering unique opportunities to weave connections and foster international relations with officer cadets from around the globe, including but not limited to the United States, Kosovo, Ukraine, South Africa, Germany, Canada, Romania, Poland and Hungary 🌍

Mr. Steve Gregory, the founder of the International Forum for Peace, Security & Prosperity (IFPSP), a Canadian-led nonprofit organization, along with Major General Scardino, the Army Commander in Sicily, extended a warm welcome to us. We express our gratitude to all the event organizers and eagerly anticipate our return.

18/03/2024

🎉🎉MASUAS are 2024 ROXY Champions!!!!🎉🎉

This weekend, MASUAS faced LUAS in our yearly sports competition. The event is spread over 2 days containing 7 sports. The end result was 4-3 to MASUAS making us the victors this year, retaining the ROXY trophy for yet another year!

The individual sports results are as follows:
Basketball - MASUAS
Volleyball - MASUAS
Netball - LUAS
Superteams (Fitness) - LUAS
Rugby - MASUAS
Football - MASUAS
Cricket - LUAS

09/03/2024

Additionally to the fundraising and volunteering charity work MASUAS students have been completing recently, some have also been getting involved in donating blood!

By giving blood the students are helping save lives in both emergency and long term patients, by blood being used for research, or even to create eye drops! 4300 blood donations are needed every day to meet hospitals needs so MASUAS are keen to become regular donors.

07/03/2024

Every year the 6 Flying Training School host their symposium and annual dinner at RAF Cranwell in which all of the countries UAS’s attend. The event comprises a formal dinner, various presentations, a fireside chat and a North vs South sports/military skills challenge.

5 students from MASUAS attended the event and thoroughly enjoyed meeting other students across the UAS’s and learning from the various presentations. The students also played an important part in making North Group return from the challenges victorious.

29/02/2024

This year MASUAS students have continued to support and volunteer at local British Heart Foundation stores. Students give up a day of their weekend to assist the staff in tasks such as furniture building, sign making and bucket collecting. This not only provides help to the charity but also a chance for students to get involved in the community around their universities.

15/02/2024

Last week MASUAS held its Annual Dinner at RAF Woodvale. This event gives chance for students to reflect on the year and socialise with other students, station personnel and many guests from the wider air force.

To recognise student’s achievements over the past year awards are also presented for multiple different categories. Well done to all those who won an award!

12/02/2024

During last week the Bear Forces AB Bear joined MASUAS and LUAS on an adventurous training trip encompassing multiple activities. The students and AB enjoyed mountain biking, hiking and climbing.

The Bear Force is a charity supporting children’s mental health by providing simple tools that encourage them to talk about their worries. After joining MASUAS on fundraising events and AT the bear will now continue on its travels around the country.

05/02/2024

This weekend, MASUAS students gave up their time to collect important donations for the North West Air Ambulance in Southport. The NWAA charity allows workers to deliver specialist and enhanced pre-hospital care to the most critically ill and injured, and transport patients to the most appropriate hospital to achieve the best outcomes for them.

The MASUAS team were also joined by the Bear Force’s AB Bear which while on its travels is spending time with the squadron. The Bear Force is a charity supporting children’s mental health by providing simple tools that encourage them to talk about their worries. While AB is with the squadron MASUAS is doing various fundraising activities to help raise money for the charity.

28/11/2023

Over the past week MASUAS students have been helping various charities. This includes all the students donating to the local food bank with essential foodstuffs which are in much need especially at this time of year. Some students have also been taking time to help out at a local British Heart Foundation store. This typically involves building furniture and rearranging the store’s displays.

If this is something you’d like to get involved in then why not apply to MASUAS! You can apply here https://www.raf.mod.uk/our-organisation/university-air-squadrons/squadrons/manchester-and-salford-universities-air-squadron/ or find out more through our social channels on Instagram and Facebook.

26/11/2023

Today another MASUAS student went solo for their first time! This is a huge achievement for any aviator, flying a circuit of the airfield on their own. Congratulations to this student who has been dedicated to the syllabus flying training MASUAS offers, giving him the experience needed to reach such a milestone.

If this is something you’d also like to get involved in then why not apply to MASUAS! You can apply here https://www.raf.mod.uk/our-organisation/university-air-squadrons/squadrons/manchester-and-salford-universities-air-squadron/ or find out more through our social channels on Instagram and Facebook.

23/11/2023

Applications to join MASUAS in the 2023/2024 intake will close on the 30th of November! If you would like to apply then the best way is through our website at https://www.raf.mod.uk/our-organisation/university-air-squadrons/squadrons/manchester-and-salford-universities-air-squadron/.

If you have any questions you’d like answering before you apply then feel free to message our Facebook and Instagram accounts and we’ll get back to you as soon as possible.

20/11/2023

On MASUAS students get many opportunities to go flying, either as an educational sortie or as an air experience flight (AEF). During these AEF flights we sometimes get chance to fly in formation with other students. Typically this type of flight involves a transit to the training area in various formation positions before enjoying a tail chase.

Students can request to do these or during the summer we may offer ‘formation Fridays’ where on a Friday each week students can book in to fly in formation.

If this is something you’d like to get involved in then why not apply to MASUAS! You can apply here https://www.raf.mod.uk/our-organisation/university-air-squadrons/squadrons/manchester-and-salford-universities-air-squadron/ or find out more through our social channels on Instagram and Facebook.

16/11/2023

Town Nights are well under way this year at MASUAS! These nights occur on one evening each week and typically last around 2.5 hours. Throughout the evening students listen to presentations from previous MASUAS students who are now serving personnel, perform team building exercises, and listen to a weekly current affairs topic which a current student creates and presents.

So far this year we have had presentations from ex-students regarding RAF careers such as pilot, RPAS pilot and medical officer. Students have presented current affairs on topics such as the Icelandic earthquakes, Labour and Conservative Party conferences, the life of Matthew Perry, the Israel-Hamas conflict and Trans rights.

We have also had many other activities during these evenings including a team working exercise as shown in the photos above. These improve the students abilities to work in teams and communication skills which are essential for RAF officers.

If this is something you’d like to get involved in then why not apply to MASUAS! You can apply here https://www.raf.mod.uk/our-organisation/university-air-squadrons/squadrons/manchester-and-salford-universities-air-squadron/ or find out more through our social channels on Instagram and Facebook.

13/11/2023

Yesterday MASUAS took part in a remembrance parade in the centre of Manchester to pay our respects, alongside the OTC and the URNU, to all those who have given the ultimate sacrifice, served, defended our freedoms and protected our way of life.

The service involved observing a two minutes silence, laying of wreaths and prayers from multiple religions. One of our students also had the honour of playing the last post for the service.

All of us at MASUAS are extremely proud to see last weekends drill practice pay off and subsequently being able to show our respects to the fallen.

10/11/2023

Yesterday, a group of MASUAS students volunteered their time to sell poppies to the public in support of Royal British Legion’s Poppy Day. The students spent the day at Manchester Piccadilly station where vital funds were collected throughout the day thanks to the generosity of the public.

The donations kindly given to the Royal British Legion help fund support for veterans, serving personnel and their families

07/11/2023

This weekend MASUAS spent 3 days preparing for next Sundays remembrance parade in Manchester. This involved uniform preparations and practicing drill throughout the weekend. The students also got involved with other activities such as multi team challenge, fitness sessions and improving general service knowledge.

If this is something you’d like to get involved in then why not apply to MASUAS! You can apply here https://www.raf.mod.uk/our-organisation/university-air-squadrons/squadrons/manchester-and-salford-universities-air-squadron/ or find out more through our social channels on Instagram and Facebook.

04/11/2023

Sports Nights have returned to MASUAS! Now the summer break is over, weekly sports nights are back! These are three hour sessions that take place in Manchester every week for the entire squadron to get involved in sport. So far this year we have played cricket, football, rugby, badminton, basketball, netball, dodgeball, volleyball and even had a yoga session. Students thoroughly enjoy sports nights as it gives them the opportunity to play a wide variety of team sports, keep fit and socialise with friends.

If this is something you’d like to get involved in then why not apply to MASUAS! You can apply here https://www.raf.mod.uk/our-organisation/university-air-squadrons/squadrons/manchester-and-salford-universities-air-squadron/ or find out more through our social channels on Instagram and Facebook.

01/11/2023

MASUAS applications are back open!

At MASUAS we can offer unique experiences such as flying, fieldcraft, skiing, adventurous training, sports and much more, all of which is paid for! There is no obligation to join the Armed Forces as a regular afterwards, however the experiences you gain on MASUAS will assist you greatly should you wish to join.

Feel free to contact us via our social media with any questions and to find out more information on who we are and what we do, or to apply, please visit:

https://www.raf.mod.uk/our-organisation/university-air-squadrons/squadrons/manchester-and-salford-universities-air-squadron/

30/10/2023

MASUAS applications are back open for a short time only! If you are studying at the University of Manchester, Manchester Metropolitan or the University of Salford and want to get involved in MASUAS then why not apply now!

You can apply via our website at https://www.raf.mod.uk/our-organisation/university-air-squadrons/squadrons/manchester-and-salford-universities-air-squadron/, or find out more about what we do on both our Instagram and Facebook accounts! Also feel free to email or message our socials if you have any questions you would like answering before you apply.

16/10/2023

Yesterday 12 MASUAS students completed the Manchester Half Marathon in support of the North West Air Ambulance. So far the team has raised an incredible £2194 for the charity!

From accidental injuries to severe medical emergencies, the North West Air Ambulance delivers specialist and enhanced pre-hospital care to the most critically ill and injured, and transport patients to the most appropriate hospital to achieve the best outcomes for them. Medical interventions that they provide at the scene of an incident include Rapid Sequence Induction (RSI), administering blood transfusions, analgesia, and many other lifesaving interventions. They receive no government or NHS funding and must raise over £12 million to keep operational.

If you would like to support this great cause then please donate via the just giving link below: https://www.justgiving.com/team/masuas23

11/10/2023

During the summer break 2 MASUAS students took part in a JSAT Parachute Foundation Training Course at RAF Weston-on-the-Green. The students managed to complete between 4 and 6 static line jumps depending on the weather conditions and availability.

The course gave the students chance to practice both their static line parachuting skills as well as their kit prep as they had to repack the parachute themselves. This parachuting course requires no previous experience so it’s an incredible way to perform your first jump and develop skills.

06/10/2023

Today marks the start of a new chapter for a MASUAS staff member. Jill has been part of the MASUAS family for 20 years and quite simply the squadron wouldn’t be where it is today without her. Sadly today is Jill’s last day working for MASUAS so all of us here would like to thank her for the excellent and important work she has done for the squadron for many years. We’d also like to wish her all the best in her retirement and say that she’ll always be part of MASUAS.

In dedication to Jill’s work for the squadron over the past 20 years a new trophy is now named in her honour. This will be awarded to the best flight within the squadron each year and will provide a strong incentive to keep improving the squadron at every chance we get, as Jill has done throughout her career.

Thank you Jill, enjoy your retirement!

01/10/2023

Last month 5 MASUAS students completed a C*C Comp Crew Sailing Course at JSASTC Gosport which provides the perfect introduction to yachting in a practical environment. Students covered practical navigation, pilotage, boat handling, seamanship and watched skippering techniques throughout the course.

If this is something you’d like to get involved in and you are studying at Salford, Manchester or Manchester Metropolitan University then why not consider applying to MASUAS before applications close on the 8th of October!

29/09/2023

Applications to join MASUAS in the 2023/2024 intake will close on the 8th of October! If you would like to apply then the best way is through our website at https://www.raf.mod.uk/our-organisation/university-air-squadrons/squadrons/manchester-and-salford-universities-air-squadron/.

If you have any questions you’d like answering before you apply then feel free to message our Facebook and Instagram accounts and we’ll get back to you as soon as possible.

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MASUAS applications are back open! At MASUAS we can offer unique experiences such as flying, fieldcraft, skiing, adventurous training, sports and much more, all of which is paid for! There is no obligation to join the Armed Forces as a regular afterwards, however the experiences you gain on MASUAS will assist you greatly should you wish to join. Feel free to contact us via our social media with any questions and to find out more information on who we are and what we do, or to apply, please visit: https://www.raf.mod.uk/our-organisation/university-air-squadrons/squadrons/manchester-and-salford-universities-air-squadron/

We are now recruiting Manchester students for the academic year 2023/24! At MASUAS we can offer unique experiences such as flying, fieldcraft, skiing, adventurous training, sports and much more, all of which is paid for! There is no obligation to join the Armed Forces as a regular afterwards, however the experiences you gain on MASUAS will assist you greatly should you wish to join. Feel free to contact us via our social media with any questions and come along to the freshers' fairs to speak with us in person: Uni of Salford 11/09 - 15/09 Uni of Manchester 18/09 - 22/09 Manchester Metropolitan: 25/09 - 27/09 To find out more information on who we are and what we do, or to apply, please visit: https://www.raf.mod.uk/our-organisation/university-air-squadrons/squadrons/manchester-and-salford-universities-air-squadron/

At MASUAS we can offer you unique experiences such as flying, fieldcraft, skiing, adventurous training, sports and so much more. All of which is paid for! There is no obligation to join the RAF afterwards. If you want to join any of the Armed Forces then your experiences and opportunities afforded to you within MASUAS will provide you with an amazing advantage. Feel free to contact us with any questions and be sure to come visit us at the University of Manchester, University of Salford and Manchester Metropolitan University Freshers Fairs: UoS 12/9 --> 16/9 UoM: 19/9 --> 23/9 MMU 26/9 --> 27/9 0930 --> 1530 To find out more information and to sign up please follow this link to the RAF website or drop us an email: https://www.raf.mod.uk/our-organisation/university-air-squadrons/squadrons/manchester-and-salford-universities-air-squadron/ [email protected]