The third Aim of the Air Training Corps defined in the Royal Warrant is:
To foster the 'spirit of adventure', and to 'develop the qualities of leadership and good citizenship'.
For a squadron to achieve this the Civilian Committee has an important part to play since public funding is not available for the activities necessary to fulfil this aim. Consequently a
committee can assist the uniformed staff by asking for cadets assistance at events such as:
- Marshalling charity fun runs
- Stewarding at community events such as agricultural shows, steam fairs and fetes
- Completing sponsored walks for charity
- Involving disadvantaged members of the community in outdoor activities
- Taking part in the Duke of Edinburgh’s Award Scheme, where the volunteering section is highly relevant
- Assisting the Royal Air Force Association in raising money during 'Wings Appeal' week
- Fund-Raising events for squadron funds which is often to buy and a run a squadron owned minibus
- Helping the Royal British Legion with their Poppy Appeal
- Acting as ushers at charity concerts
If you would like the squadron's assistance with an event you are having, please contact squadron staff at 1391@aircadets.org