FAQ

 

Q. How old do I have to be to join Air Cadets?

A. You are eligible to join if you are in Year 8 or above and aged 12 or older.  You are not eligible to join if you are aged 17 or older.

 

Q. Is there a cost?

A. Yes.  Our current subscription is £15 per month per cadet.  There are also additional costs for some other activities, and overnight activities – these can be variable since some activities are funded by the RAF, but others are not.  We try to keep the costs as low as possible, and we also run fundraising events to subsidise the activities.

 

Q. What should I do if I want to join?

A. Please ask your parents to contact us using this online form

 

Q. When does the squadron meet each week?

A. The squadron meets on a Wednesday and Thursday night, from 7.00pm to 9.30pm

 

Q. Do I have to attend both nights?

A. You don’t have to attend both nights, though you may miss out on some of the activities that occur when you aren’t there.

 

Q. Is uniform provided?

A. Cadets wear two types of uniform, depending on the activity. The “Blue” uniform is provided by the RAF; the “Green” uniform may be provided by the squadron if available, but this is not provided by the RAF, and the squadron only has a limited supply from other sources. “Green” uniform may also be purchased privately.  All uniform is provided on loan, and must be returned when you leave the squadron.

Please note that not all items are provided, and you will have to purchase your own:

• uniform parade shoes
• socks/tights
• black/brown boots