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1224 (Wharfedale) Squadron ATC
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The Duke of Edinburghs Award (DofE). All cadets on squadron are encouraged to take part in the DofE award scheme. Some cadets take part through schools or other organisations, but many choose to do it through the Squadron. Service - Helping others in the community. Expedition - Train, plan and carry out a journey. Skill - Demonstrate an ability in almost any hobby, skill or interest. Physical Recreation - Take part in almost any kind of sport. Or visit the DofE website. Webmaster - Sgt (ATC) Sam White.
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1224 (Wharfedale) Squadron ATC
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Adventure Training (AT) is one of the most popular activities amongst Air Cadets, and 1224 Squadron has a number of staff members qualified to instruct and lead various AT activities. The ATC has two Air Cadet Adventure Training Centres (ACATC's) in Llanbedr in Snowdonia, Wales and in the Lake District, Cumbria, at Windermere. Cadets that attend these centres can experience rock-climbing, abseiling, canoeing, high-ropes, hill-walking and more. Webmaster - Sgt (ATC) Sam White.
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1224 (Wharfedale) Squadron ATC
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After you are enrolled as a cadet and have received your uniform, you will be able to start studying for your first classification badge. As this is your first experience of classification training within the. Corps you will start at a fairly basic level, being instructed and assessed on a number of subjects including:. The Air Training Corps - Learn more about the organisation and it's history and about the major developments that have happened during the last 70 years. History of Flight - You will lear...
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1224 (Wharfedale) Squadron ATC
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Not to be confused with Classification. As a new cadet you won't know who does what, who to salute, who to call Sir or Ma'am or who to listen to. This section will give you some information and help make some sense of the various ranks you will find. The Air Training Corps follows a rank structure very similar to the Armed Forces - this is in place to give a structure to the Organisation. There are rank systems for both cadets and adults. Webmaster - Sgt (ATC) Sam White.
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1224 (Wharfedale) Squadron ATC
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Master Air Cadet and Instructor Cadet. Once you are a Senior cadet, the next stage in your classification training is Master Air Cadet. This is the highest level of classification available to cadets. Both Master Air Cadet. Are only achievable after the cadets 16th birthday. The Master Air Cadet. Syllabus consists of three exams, as with previous classifications, that are chosen from the following:. Aircraft Handling and Flying Techniques. Avionics and Aircraft Electrical Systems. Once Master Air Cadet.
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1224 (Wharfedale) Squadron ATC
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An activity enjoyed by many cadets is fieldcraft. This involves a lot of team work and a high degree of skill. Much of what is taught is based on what the RAF Regiment, the Army and the Royal Marines do for a living. It is adapted so it is more suited for cadets taking the skills that they use in the field and applying them to our needs. On Squadron you may run. Once you have learnt about the different aspects of field craft, you will then have the opportunity to practice the skills through exercises (cl...
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1224 (Wharfedale) Squadron ATC
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This section is designed to help cadets with the care and maintainance of their issued uniforms. For more detailed information, check the official dress regulations - AP1358C. Webmaster - Sgt (ATC) Sam White.
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1224 (Wharfedale) Squadron ATC
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If you are interested in learning to fly then there are also opportunities to gain a scholarship. Many cadets have gone on to fly solo in gliders, and some have had the chance to gain a flying scholarship. Only those that have what it takes can go on to achieve such great success. Most flights will last for around 30 minutes. Webmaster - Sgt (ATC) Sam White.
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1224 (Wharfedale) Squadron ATC
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The Air Training Corps (ATC) is not a recruiting agency for the RAF but membership will benefit any application to join Her Majesty's Services. Cadets can join from the start of Year 8 up until 16 and 9 months, though they can remain a cadet up until their 20th birthday! If you decide to become an Air Cadet, we will issue you with all the necessary items of uniform on free loan, though you may have to provide your own shoes. The ACO is an equal opportunities organisation, and welcomes along everybody.
