SQN·01
SQN·01·WBEST. 1950 · NEW ALIPORE, KOLKATA

1 WB Air SquadronNational Cadet Corps

Unity and Discipline. Since 1950, we've trained cadets in leadership, aviation, and service — a squadron record that keeps growing, one cadet at a time.

01 / ABOUT

More than a unit —
a family in service

1 Bengal Air Squadron NCC is bound by discipline, service, and the spirit of adventure. We shape cadets into leaders, instill courage in their hearts, and inspire excellence in all they do.

This platform is our digital parade ground — a single record for updates, activities, training, achievements, and opportunities. Whether you're soaring in the skies, excelling in academics, or leading in drills, your journey is recorded, celebrated, and shared here.

Through the motto “Unity and Discipline”, we keep every cadet connected, informed, and inspired — because once a cadet, always a cadet.

01

Unity

A squadron bound together across batches, wings, and years — once a cadet, always a cadet.

02

Discipline

The foundation of every drill, every parade, every camp — built through consistent, deliberate practice.

03

Service

Cadets trained to lead, and to serve the nation with courage and excellence in all they do.

02 / HISTORY

Seventy-five years
of service

1 APR 1950

Squadron Formation

Raised in Calcutta as 2 (Bengal) NCC Air Squadron, part of the very first batch of Air Wing NCC units in India — marking the introduction of the Air Wing to NCC.

1950s

Early Operations

Operated under the early NCC numbering system — numerical order nationally, followed by state name in brackets.

1962

Reorganisation

NCC reorganised nationwide; squadron redesignated as No. 1 Bengal Air Squadron NCC under West Bengal & Sikkim Directorate.

POST-1962

Flying Training Era

Continued flying training for cadets in association with local flying clubs and IAF support.

2000s–PRESENT

Modern Era

Flying training conducted primarily on the Pipistrel Virus SW-80 microlight from Behala Flying Club/Airfield, Kolkata.

03 / ALUMNI

Our distinguished
alumni

Proud graduates serving the nation with honor and distinction.

No featured alumni available.

04 / ENROLLMENT

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ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA

  • Age: 13–26 years
  • Student of a recognized educational institution
  • Medically fit
  • Good character certificate

BENEFITS

Leadership developmentAdventure activitiesCareer opportunities in Armed ForcesCertificates and awards