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Oct 1, 2024 · There are over 1000 squadrons across the UK and overseas, use the map to find a squadron, or search by postcode, squadron name or squadron number. Search: Search Air Cadets
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- About us
Every year nearly 43,000 air cadets and 10,000 volunteer...
- Our People
There are 43,000 Royal Air Force Air Cadets across the UK...
- Ranks
Cadets will go through a series of modules, from learning...
- Our History
Local people ran them and each squadron aimed to prepare...
- Elly Shipley
I started my career as a cadet in 2008 which was unavoidable...
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Squadrons across the UK meet twice a week. Each session lasts around two hours, usually from seven to nine in the evening. This means it should fit in easily with your other commitments and hobbies. There's a small subscription to cover the running costs which is usually a few pounds per week.
The uniform is free but you have to look after it as being a 'military' youth organisation, we have high standards to maintain. You'll take pride in your uniform and appearance and be well mannered and self-disciplined. Footwear is not included, so shoes or boots will need to be provided at your own cost.
We offer a wide range of fun and challenging activities, suitable for those with no experience and anyone who has already had a go. All Air Cadets can also benefit from training and gain qualifications that will be useful for all career choices, both in and out of the RAF.
Everyone in the Air Cadets, and the RAF, is identified by a badge that represents their rank. As a Cadet Non-commissioned Officer, there are opportunities to earn a promotion through demonstration of good leadership. Find out more about our ranks
The Cadet portal is where Cadets can manage personal details, monitor progress and see upcoming activities. Login to your Cadet Portal
All of our squadrons welcome personal visits by potential cadets (ideally accompanied by a parent or guardian), during one of their Parade Nights. Some squadrons recruit throughout the year, others have specific entry dates. Just come along and see if you like it. Your local squadron will discuss what they do, show you a video of Air Cadet activiti...
In the RAF Air Cadets we do two types of Gliding: Conventional and Powered. Our conventional glider is called the Viking T.1 and has been the backbone of the conventional fleet for almost 20 years now. From experience flying the Viking is thrilling from start to finish. You are winched into the sky at almost 100 mph until you reach 1000 ft.
Every year nearly 43,000 air cadets and 10,000 volunteer staff take part in exciting events at over 1,000 squadrons across the UK. What we do. From cyber and space to sports, flying and adventure training - being a cadet means trying new things in a safe environment, making friends along the way and gaining skills for life.
As a cadet or a member of uniformed staff, you are insured to fly in every aircraft the Royal Air Force, British Army and Royal Navy have. In addition this extends to the United States Air Force aircraft and other members of the NATO Treaty countries.
The Royal Air Force Air Cadets (RAFAC) is the combined volunteer-military youth organisation sponsored by the Royal Air Force, which is formed by both the Air Training Corps and RAF Sections of the Combined Cadet Force. [3]
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Many of our cadets have been on visits to RAF bases when they've been offered flights in service aircraft ranging from Chinook Helicopters to fast jets such as the Hawk T1. When you reach the age of 16 you will have the opportunity to apply for a Gliding Scholarship.
