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Ready for a challenge?

 

As a cadet you'll have the opportunity to do things that others only dream about. Want real flight experience? No problem.

 

How about heading out on adventurous training and camps, sometimes overseas? Normal for cadets.

 

Competitive sports, drill, shooting, music, abseiling, engineering projects? Our list of activities is long, varied and open to all cadets. Yes it's a challenge, but that's what life's all about.

 

Get a head start

 

We are not a recruiting organisation for the RAF but if you're thinking about a Service career, cadet membership will put you ahead of the competition. Many cadets go on to great success in the RAF as well as the other Services. Around 40% of officers and 50% of all aircrew (including pilots, navigators and engineers) in the RAF today are ex-cadets.

 

Research shows that they do better in basic training and stay in the Service longer than their colleagues. Likewise, if you chose a civilian career our research proves you can go on the great things…employers just love the skills and experience that the air cadets offer.

 

Let's face it - where else would you be given the opportunity to fly solo in a glider or powered aircraft when you're 17? Whatever you do with your life, at the end of your time as a cadet you'll be self-motivated, confident and ready for anything.

 

What next? - contact us for more information or to arrange a visit. We will make you feel very welcome and we look forward to seeing you!





Are you up for fun, adventure, incredible experiences and making new friends? Join today by completing the form on the contact page.

 

Are you looking for something to give you the edge in life? Then welcome to the RAF Air Cadets', the 1206 Mercian Squadron is part of the UK-wide cadet force with more than 40,000 members.

 

Read life stories about 1206 squadron cadets

 

We're sponsored by the Royal Air Force and can give you hands-on experience of activities and courses that will challenge and develop your skills to help you succeed in whatever you want to do.

The ACO is made up of two areas:

 

  • RAF Air Cadets is divided into six regions, 36 wings and more than 900 squadrons within communities around the UK

  • Combined Cadet Force (RAF) - The CCF (RAF) is our section of the CCF which is made up of cadets from all three services, coming together in approximately 200 independent and state schools across the country

Our aims are to:

  • Promote and encourage a practical interest in aviation and the Royal Air Force among young people

  • Provide training which will be useful in the Services and civilian life

  • Encourage the spirit of adventure and develop qualities of leadership and good citizenship

And there's one more important thing - it's a lot of fun!

 

So please email, phone or complete the form on the Contact Us page.