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ATC - History

ATC - History. Junior Cadet Training. Origins of the Air Training Corps. In 1938, the Air Defence Cadet Corps (ADCC) was formed by a retired RAF Officer. Air Commodore JA Chamier “The Father of the ATC”.

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ATC - History

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  1. ATC - History Junior Cadet Training

  2. Origins of the Air Training Corps In 1938, the Air Defence Cadet Corps (ADCC) was formed by a retired RAF Officer Air Commodore JA Chamier “The Father of the ATC” The aim of the ADCC was to provide training to young men interested in Aviation, and prepare them for service in the RAF or Fleet Air Arm. When war broke out in 1939, ADCC Cadets provided very valuable assistance to the RAF

  3. Formation of the Air Training Corps The RAF was so impressed by the contribution of the ADCC that it absorbed it and established the Air Training Corps. Air Commodore JA Chamier was appointed as the first Commandant. King George VI became Air Commodore In Chief and, on the 5th February 1941 issued a Royal Warrant.

  4. Aims of the ATC The Royal Warrant sets out the Corps aims as: a. To promote and encourage among young people a practical interest in aviation and the Royal Air Force. b. To provide training which will be useful both in the Services and in civilian life. c. To foster the spirit of adventure, and to develop the qualities of leadership and good citizenship.

  5. The ATC motto ‘Venture Adventure’

  6. Development of the ATC The first 50 Squadrons are known as “Founder” Squadrons, and have an F after their Squadron number. The ATC became part of Royal Air Force Reserve Command when the Second World War ended in 1945 King George VI died in 1952, and in 1953 HRH Duke of Edinburgh took over as Air Commodore in Chief The ATC Ensign

  7. Gliding Gliding training was first introduced during the war years, using single seat gliders. In 1950, 2 seater gliders were introduced. T21B Sedburgh Kirby Cadet Mk3

  8. Gliding Opportunities The Air Cadet Gliding fleet was updated in the 1980s Opportunities Viking • Familiarisation (AEG) • Initial Gliding Training (IGT) • Basic Gliding Training (BGT) • Advanced Gliding Training (AGT) • Gliding Instructor Vigilant

  9. Air Experience Flying In 1957, Air Experience Flights were set up to provide cadets with flying experience and training. So far 3 different aircraft types have been used.

  10. Flying Opportunities Opportunities • 1. AEF • 2. Flying Scholarship • 3. Pilot Navigation Scheme • 4. Microlight Training

  11. Duke of Edinburgh Award Scheme (DofE) In 1956, the ATC was asked to trial the new Duke of Edinburgh Award Scheme. It is split into Key areas: Skill, Service, Physical and Expedition Cadets can take part in the Duke of Edinburgh Award Scheme at all three levels – Bronze, Silver and Gold

  12. Girls joined In 1980, membership was opened up to girls. By March 1999, there had been 8682 female cadets enrolled into the ATC.

  13. The ACO in 21st Century We are now known as the ACO (Air Cadet Organisation), as it includes both the ATC and CCF (RAF). There are over 43,000 cadets in the ACO. Compare this to the less than 40,000 personnel currently serving in the RAF.

  14. Any Questions?

  15. ATC - Organisation Junior Cadet Training

  16. ATC Structure Air Force Board Air Cadet Chaplains Committee Air Cadet Council Commandant Air Cadets HQ Air Cadets RAFC Cranwell Corp Chaplain Regional Chaplain Regions Regional Council Wing Committee Wing Chaplain Wings Squadron Committee Squadron Chaplain Squadrons Detached Flights

  17. Squadron • The basic unit of the ATC • Average of 30 Cadets on Roll • Staff are volunteers • Normally Commanded by a Flight Lieutenant • Has a Civilian Committee and a Padre • ‘Open’ Squadrons are available to anyone over 13 • ‘School’ Squadrons are restricted to that school’s pupils only Squadrons Detached Flights

  18. Typical Squadron Structure Commanding Officer Squadron Committee Squadron Padre Commissioned Officers * Squadron Warrant Officer * including Squadron Adjutant Training Officer Supply Officer Band Officer Sports Officer Civilian Instructional Staff Squadron NCOs (Adult & Cadet) No 1 Flight No 2 Flight Recruits

  19. Wing Headquarters • Full-time staff of 3 • Volunteer staff Officers • Commanded by a volunteer Wing Commander • Has a Civilian Committee and a Padre Wings What is the name of your Wing and Wing Commander? Squadrons Detached Flights

  20. Wing Structure Wing Commander Wing Headquarters Staff Area Staff Officers (Sqn Ldr’s) Specialisation Staff (Sqn Ldr’s & Flt Lt’s) 28 Squadrons & Detached Flights Wing Executive Officer (Sqn Ldr) Duke of Edinburgh’s Public Relations Ground Training Adventure Training Sports Music Administration Officer Administration Assistant

  21. Region Headquarters • Full-time staff of 4 • Volunteer staff officers • Commanded by a RAFVR Group Captain • Has a Civilian Committee and a Padre Regions What is the name of your Region and Regional Commandant? Wings Squadrons Detached Flights

  22. HQ Air Cadets RAFC Cranwell 135 (Reigate & Redhill) Sqn ATC Regions SCOTLAND & N IRELAND NORTH WALES & WEST CENTRAL & EAST LONDON & SOUTH EAST SOUTH WEST

  23. Headquarters Air Cadets • Based at RAF College Cranwell • Large full-time staff • Commanded by a regular RAF Air Commodore • Currently, this is Air Commodore • B Cooper. RAF. HQ Air Cadets Regions Wings Squadrons Detached Flights

  24. Air Commodore in Chief • HRH Duke of Edinburgh • Mainly Ceremonial role

  25. AnyQuestions?

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