Cadet Classifications
The Air Training Corps is part of the Royal Air Force and so follows the same military style. The ATC may be a Youth Organization, but it is still a military one, and so here is a quick overview of the Ranks and Classifications you would come across as a cadet.
2nd Class Cadet -
When you first join a squadron, you will first complete a short period of induction then you will be enrolled a Second Class Cadet.
1st Class Cadet -
The training you receive at this stage of your ATC career is very important and should take about 6 months to complete. It will help you fit into the Corps quickly and prepare you for all future ATC activities.
Leading Cadet -
Your training at this level should take about nine months and should widen your interest in aviation subjects. You will also get involved with project work as a compulsory part of the syllabus.
Senior Cadet -
This part of your course should take about nine months to complete and allows you to specialise and concentrate on the subjects you find most interesting. Your project work also continues through this stage of training.
The Air Training Corps is part of the Royal Air Force and so follows the same military style. The ATC may be a Youth Organization, but it is still a military one, and so here is a quick overview of the Ranks and Classifications you would come across as a cadet.
2nd Class Cadet -
When you first join a squadron, you will first complete a short period of induction then you will be enrolled a Second Class Cadet.
1st Class Cadet -
The training you receive at this stage of your ATC career is very important and should take about 6 months to complete. It will help you fit into the Corps quickly and prepare you for all future ATC activities.
Leading Cadet -
Your training at this level should take about nine months and should widen your interest in aviation subjects. You will also get involved with project work as a compulsory part of the syllabus.
Senior Cadet -
This part of your course should take about nine months to complete and allows you to specialise and concentrate on the subjects you find most interesting. Your project work also continues through this stage of training.
Cadet Corporal (Cdt Cpl) -
A Cadet Corporal will have specific duties and responsibilities and be able to:
a. Recognize the need for discipline and be able to apply it with fairness and common sense.
b. Communicate clearly, orally and in writing.
c. Plan and organize a given task.
d. Command a drill squad.
Cadet Sergeant (Cdt Sgt) -
A Cadet Sergeant will be generally given more responsibility on the squadron and, as well as
possessing all the qualities of a Cpl, should be able to:
a. Accept a greater amount of responsibility, show initiative and inspire confidence.
b. Display a sound understanding of the role and organization of the Corps.
c. Take an active part in the organization of squadron activities.
Cadet Flight Sergeant (Cdt FS) -
A Cadet Flight Sergeant should possess all of the above qualities but to a greater depth. He or
she should display a level of maturity above that of other cadets of the same age.
Cadet Warrant Officer (CWO) -
A Cadet Warrant Officer is a junior manager and should possess outstanding ability and
personnel qualities. A CWO should have a wide experience of ATC activities, and have a
thorough knowledge of the organization of the Corps.
A Cadet Corporal will have specific duties and responsibilities and be able to:
a. Recognize the need for discipline and be able to apply it with fairness and common sense.
b. Communicate clearly, orally and in writing.
c. Plan and organize a given task.
d. Command a drill squad.
Cadet Sergeant (Cdt Sgt) -
A Cadet Sergeant will be generally given more responsibility on the squadron and, as well as
possessing all the qualities of a Cpl, should be able to:
a. Accept a greater amount of responsibility, show initiative and inspire confidence.
b. Display a sound understanding of the role and organization of the Corps.
c. Take an active part in the organization of squadron activities.
Cadet Flight Sergeant (Cdt FS) -
A Cadet Flight Sergeant should possess all of the above qualities but to a greater depth. He or
she should display a level of maturity above that of other cadets of the same age.
Cadet Warrant Officer (CWO) -
A Cadet Warrant Officer is a junior manager and should possess outstanding ability and
personnel qualities. A CWO should have a wide experience of ATC activities, and have a
thorough knowledge of the organization of the Corps.
Cdt Cpl
Cdt Sgt
Cdt FS
CWO
Staff Cadet Lanyard
Staff Cadet -
The technical subjects studied at Senior Cadet level are continued through the Staff Cadet Classification. You should also find that your training now includes things like organizational and managerial skills, because when you are qualified you will be expected to take on the responsibility for organizing and running various Squadron activities. This last stage of your training will normally take about nine months.
The technical subjects studied at Senior Cadet level are continued through the Staff Cadet Classification. You should also find that your training now includes things like organizational and managerial skills, because when you are qualified you will be expected to take on the responsibility for organizing and running various Squadron activities. This last stage of your training will normally take about nine months.
Cap Badge
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Shoulder Blaze
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Shoulder Blaze
ATC Instructor Cadet Non Commissioned Officer (NCO) Ranks
Instructor Cadet Sergeant
Instructor Cadet Flight Sergeant
Instructor Cadet Warrant Officer
Cadet SNCO’s, Sergeant or above who have reached the age of 18 and have undergone additional training are classified as Instructor Cadets and wear a white distinguishing flash above their rank slides
ATC Adult Non Commissioned Officer (NCO) Ranks
The Adult NCO ranks within the ATC are based on the RAF structure.
Adult NCO’s wear the ATC badge on their rank slides or on the lapel when in No. 1 dress.
The Adult NCO ranks within the ATC are based on the RAF structure.
Adult NCO’s wear the ATC badge on their rank slides or on the lapel when in No. 1 dress.
Sergeant
Flight Sergeant
Adult Warrant Officer
Adult Warrant Officer Ex-RAF WO or
equivalent other Services
equivalent other Services
Cap Badge
Warrant Officers
Cap Badge
Cap Badge
Commissioned Officer Ranks RAF VR(T)
Officers within the Air Cadet Organisation hold Commissions in the Training Branch of Royal Air Force Volunteer Reserve and wear the VRT badge on their rank slides or on the lapel when in No. 1 dress.
Officers within the Air Cadet Organisation hold Commissions in the Training Branch of Royal Air Force Volunteer Reserve and wear the VRT badge on their rank slides or on the lapel when in No. 1 dress.
Pilot Officer
Flying Officer
Flight Lieutenant
Squadron Leader
Wing Commander
Cap worn by all RAF VRT
Headquarters Staff Senior Commissioned Officer Ranks
Commandant of
the ATC
the ATC
SNCO distinguishing
badge
badge
Group Captain
Regional Commandant
RAF RO
RAF RO
RAF Commissioned Officer Ranks all wear the same style Cap
Wing Commander
Group Captain
Air Commodore
Air Vice - Marshal
Air Marshal
Air Chief Marshal
Marshal Of The Royal Air Force
Every Squadron has an Adult Warrant Officers (or WOs) who is in charge of discipline and uniform etc. As an WO does not hold a commission, so they are not saluted, but watch out if you don't call them Sir or Ma’am!
Those Warrant Officers that were serving Warrant Officers in any of the three services, who are now in the ATC are permitted to wear the Warrant Officer insignia of the RAF which is different to that of the ATC insignia, shown above.
Those Warrant Officers that were serving Warrant Officers in any of the three services, who are now in the ATC are permitted to wear the Warrant Officer insignia of the RAF which is different to that of the ATC insignia, shown above.
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