Register Here if you are interested in attending our next intake evening.
What's Involved?
- When you join, you will undergo an initial training Course (4 - 6 weeks) where you learn the basics.
- We will issue your uniform and Sqn Polo Top
- Once you have completed initial training (known as J flight) you will take part in an Enrolment Parade
- Once you have become a First Class Cadet you are eligible for the majority of activities the Squadron offers
Benefits of joining the Air Cadets
- Attain Qualifications and Awards (BTEC, DofE etc)
- Develop ‘life skills’ such as leadership, communication skills and teamworking
- Develop confidence and interpersonal skills
- Opportunity to take part in a wide range of activities not normally available to young people, such as flying, target shooting and adventure training
- Cadets make many new friends and have an enjoyable time
- Looked upon highly by employers – Cadet CV
So, are you ready to take the first step towards all the opportunities and benefits that the air cadets can offer you?
It's important to know that we're not a recruiting organisation for the Services (but it's great if you decide you want to join later on). We're not interested in anything but you and your potential, and will help you get the most from your experience as a cadet.
Worried about fitting in? Equality is a central part of the Air Cadets’ ethic. The cadet experience is open to everyone, so whatever your nationality, background or ability, whether you're male or female, if you're between 13, or at age 12 when beginning school year 8 and 17 years old you can join us.
The maximum age for entry is 17 years old, therefore you can request to join us anytime between your 12th and 17th birthday. If you are above that age group and still want to enjoy all of our activities and more, you could join as a volunteer.
What's in it for you?
Aside from flying, sports, target shooting, adventure training and great fun? You’ll soon find that being an air cadet is its own reward - you constantly see the benefits of your own efforts, building on your achievements and earning BTECs and DoE Awards. You'll be expected to take part in as many of the activities we run as possible, but with what's on offer you won't need much persuading!
We have high standards to maintain as we are a 'military' youth organisation and you'll naturally take pride in your uniform (we supply that) and appearance. You'll be well mannered and self-disciplined. You'll be joining an organisation of which you’ll be very proud.
What to do next
Keep an eye out, both here on our website and on our social media channels, for details about our intake nights where you can come along to get more information and join up. We usually have one intake in February and one in September.
You can register your interest in joining at any time by filling in our Enquiry Form - You can use this form to ask any questions or to ask for further information.
If you are interested in attending our next intake evening, you can Register Here