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  RAF Altitude - Air Training Corps
As a Cadet in the Air Training Corps (ATC), you could fly military aircraft or take part in aerobatics, learn to fly a glider or go on a UK or overseas camp.
Anyone between 13 and 18 years of age can join and, with over 40,000 members, the ATC is the world’s biggest youth air training organisation.
The ATC isn’t a recruiting service for the RAF, it’s more of a ‘club’ for young people, male and female, who are up for a challenge.
www.rafcareers.com /altitude/experiencetheraf/airtrainingcorps.cfm   (237 words)

  
  Air Training Corps - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
The ATC is the larger part of the Air Cadet Organisation (ACO), along with the RAF sections of the Combined Cadet Force.
The ATC was founded by Royal Warrant signed by King George VI on 5 February 1941 in response to a shortage of pilots.
The Air Training Corps is the single largest operating authority of the Duke of Edinburgh's Award system and celebrates its 50th year of providing this opportunity to its cadets in 2006.
en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Air_Training_Corps   (3471 words)

  
 NationMaster - Encyclopedia: Air Training Corps
The Duke of Edinburgh The Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh (Philip Mountbatten, formerly Prince Philip of Greece and Denmark) (born 10 June 1921, Greece) is the husband of Queen Elizabeth II of the United Kingdom.
The Sea Cadet Corps (SCC) is a UK cadet force, that takes after the Royal Navy (even though it is not controlled and funded by the Royal Navy in the same way the Combined Cadet Force, Air Training Corps or Army Cadet Force are respectively controlled by their parent sections...
Air commodore is the fourth most senior rank active in the royal air force today, after the deactivation of marshal of the royal air force as a substantive...
www.nationmaster.com /encyclopedia/Air-Training-Corps   (5700 words)

  
 New Zealand Air Training Corps - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
The Air Training Corps or ATC is one of the three corps in the New Zealand Cadet Forces, the other two being the New Zealand Cadet Corps and Sea Cadet Corps.
The ATC is managed at a national level by the Commandant (usually a Regular Force Lieutenant-Colonel/Wing Commander/Commander), and his/her Staff at Defence Force Headquarters in Wellington.
The uniform worn by ATC members is the same as that of the Royal New Zealand Air Force, except that for all ranks, the lettering on the bottom of the rank insignia shoulder boards reads CADET FORCES rather than NEW ZEALAND to differentiate ATC personnel from RNZAF personnel.
en.wikipedia.org /wiki/New_Zealand_Air_Training_Corps   (1108 words)

  
 The Air Training Corps   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-09-18)
Formed in 1941, the Air Training Corps (ATC) is one of the United Kingdom's largest youth organisations, supported by the Royal Air Force (RAF).
With over 49,000 members, aged from 13 to 22 years, within over 1000 squadrons, the ATC is one of the country's premier youth organisations and the world's largest air training organisation.
The Corps, which has charitable status, is not a recruiting organisation for the RAF but many members do go on to have careers in the RAF and other services.
www.geocities.com /bigginhillsqnatc/The_Air_Training_Corps.html   (256 words)

  
 1070 (Diss) Air Training Corps (ATC)/Air Cadets website
The Air Training Corps (ATC) organise and often fund these and other activities and Air Cadets are able take part in any activities they desire.
A group of cadets from 1070 (Diss) Air Training Corps (ATC) set out to try a scuba 'Try-Dive' and in so doing gained themselves a PADI certificate to confirm their completion of a Discover Scuba Diving Course.
The 1070 (Diss) Air Training Corps (ATC) is a member of the Norfolk and Suffolk Wing Air Training Corps (ATC)
www.1070atc.co.uk   (628 words)

  
 The Air Training Corps   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-09-18)
The ATC is a national voluntary youth organization designed to develop the qualities of young people.
The Air Training Corps is the largest operator of the Duke of Edinburgh's award and cadets on 201 squadron currently
The Air Training Corps (ATC) was formed by Royal Warrant in 1941 and sprang from the Air Defence Cadet Corps, founded in 1938 by the Air League.
myweb.tiscali.co.uk /201atc/theatc.htm   (344 words)

  
 Air Training Corps
This is the motto for the Air Training Corps (ATC), as it used to be the original training ground for young men in the 1940's to prepare them for service, and for duty in WWII.
ATC was formed on February 13, 1941 for training young men for active service.
The kind of experiences you have in ATC are such that it leaves quite an impression on you, the kind that stay with you for a long time.
www.angelfire.com /az/daws/atc.html   (492 words)

  
 Air Force Link - Fact Sheet Content : Air Force Reserve Officer Training Corps   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-09-18)
Air Force ROTC is the largest and oldest source of commissioned officers for the Air Force.
The first Air ROTC units were established between 1920 and 1923 at the University of California at Berkeley, Georgia Institute of Technology, the University of Illinois, the University of Washington, Massachusetts Institute of Technology, and Texas Agricultural and Mechanical College.
Eligible Air Force enlisted men and women pursuing a college degree who are interested in becoming commissioned officers are given that opportunity through competition in the Air Force ROTC Airman Scholarship and Commissioning Program, established in 1973.
www.af.mil /factsheets/factsheet.asp?fsID=152   (1674 words)

  
 AIR TRAINING CORPS - Find Friends from AIR TRAINING CORPS at Forces Reunited
William Nichols was at Air Training Corps between 1940 and 1945
Charles Weir was at Air Training Corps between 1943 and 1969
Daz Williams was at Air Training Corps between 1987 and 2001
www.forcesreunited.org.uk /namearchive/units/RAFNames/Air-Training-Corps.html   (1229 words)

  
 Reserve Officer Training Corps Air Force (AFROTC)
The GMC covers the mission and structure of the Air Force, examines life in the Air Force, and includes the study of strategy, doctrine, and missions of aerospace power from balloons to the space age.
Air Force ROTC Field Training is offered during the summer months at various Air Force Bases.
The six-week field training course covers the same areas of study as the four week program and includes an additional two weeks of academic instruction in general military courses.
www.und.nodak.edu /dept/registrar/catalogs/catalog/ugdept/depts/afrotc.htm   (917 words)

  
 Air Training Corps Encyclopedia Article @ StardustMemories.com (Stardust Memories)   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-09-18)
Air Training Corps Encyclopedia Article @ StardustMemories.com (Stardust Memories)
The 38-year-old ran the Air Training Corps (ATC) squadron in March, was leader of the town's Duke of Edinburgh Award scheme and had organised charity concerts...
308 squadron air training corps is the best squadron in the corps, this squadron is known as the 'daddy sqn'.
www.stardustmemories.com /encyclopedia/Air_Training_Corps   (3558 words)

  
 Web Directory: Browse - InfoSpace
ATC - Flash site with information on squadron activities.
Information supplied about the squadron and the type of activities that the Air Training Corps is involved with.
HQ Bedfordshire and Cambridgeshire Wing, Air Training Corps - Community page giving information about the ATC and contact details for the wing.
kevdb.infospace.com /info/kevdb?KCFG=dmoz&otmpl=dmoz/dmoz-out.htm&qk=50&qcat=Top%2FRegional%2FEurope%2FUnited_Kingdom%2FGovernment%2FDefence%2FCadets%2FAir_Training_Corps%2FCentral_and_East_Region   (884 words)

  
 Doncaster Metropolitan Borough Council | Air Training Corps   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-09-18)
Air Training Corps (Air Cadets) - Doncaster Squadron
Doncaster Air Cadets are a local squadron of the Air Training Corps, and are the oldest squadron in the Doncaster and South Yorkshire Area.
Air Training Corps - HQ in the left hand menu.
www.doncaster.gov.uk /Leisure_in_Doncaster/Sports_and_games/other_interests/Air_Training_Corps.asp   (198 words)

  
 AIRCADETS-ATC-2214SQUADRON-AIR TRAINING CORPS
The Air Training Corps is a youth organisation aimed at encouraging a practical interest in aviation, adventure and sport, providing training which will be useful in any walk of life and developing leaders and good citizens.
The age limits for joining the ATC are from 13 to 18 and cadets can stay on until they reach 20.
After completing a period of basic training cadets are enrolled and free RAF uniform is issued.
www.geocities.com /CapeCanaveral/Lab/6154   (294 words)

  
 Air Training Corps - Better Solutions to All Your Problems - Community Message Board at Skincareindia.com   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-09-18)
The Air Training Corps is a youth organisation open to teenagers aged 13 to 18.
HQ East Cheshire and South Manchester Wing, Air Training Corps - Home page of the Wing Headquarters, giving full list of all squadrons within the wing area, including links.
Basic information about the Squadron and the type of activities that the Air Training Corps is involved with.
www.skincareindia.com /special/cat.asp?/Regional/Europe/United_Kingdom/Government/Defence/Cadets/Air_Training_Corps/North_Region   (891 words)

  
 London and South East Region
Full information about the Squadron and the Air Training Corps, including activities, news and events and small ATC Quiz.
2427 (Biggin Hill) Squadron, Air Training Corps - Based at the famous Battle of Britain fighter station, this squadron's website is a well put together document with information about the squadron and the corps.
Information supplied about this Kent based squadron and the type of activities that the Air Training Corps is involved with.
www.topiasearch.com /Regional/Europe/UnitedKingdom/Government/Defence/Cadets/AirTrainingCorps/LondonandSouthEastRegion   (1255 words)

  
 Air Training Corps in Wales
The ATC is open to boys and girls between the ages of 13 and 18 years.
With almost 49, 000 members, aged from 13 to 22 years, within over 1, 000 Squadrons, the ATC is the world's largest youth air training organization.
The Air Training Corps is affiliated to the Royal Air Force and we wear the same uniform but different insignia.
www.walesindex.co.uk /pages/2549.html   (449 words)

  
 Open Directory - Regional: Europe: United Kingdom: Government: Defence: Cadets: Air Training Corps: South West Region   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-09-18)
125 (Cheltenham) Sqaudron Air Cadets - Details the activities and training undertaken by cadets at this section of the Air Training Corps.
457 (Farnborough) Squadron ATC - Details the activities and training undertaken by cadets at this squadron of the Air Training Corps.
HQ Thames Valley Wing, Air Training Corps - Home page of the Wing Headquarters, giving full details of all squadrons within the wing area, including contact details, plus additional wing information.
www.dmoz.org /Regional/Europe/United_Kingdom/Government/Defence/Cadets/Air_Training_Corps/South_West_Region   (1082 words)

  
 Basic Training
A structured programme of training, both classroom based and practical hands-on provides them with a good, basic knowledge of the Corps.
Our 6 month Basic Training Course is finished with a reward of the First Class badge which is then sewn onto the uniform as a symbol of the cadet's competence.
As they pass the First Class test, the cadets would then move on to the Leading group to continue their training.
www.airtrainingcorps.org /basic.html   (182 words)

  
 Flying High With The Air Training Corps
The Air Training Corps has 12 AEF's (Air Experience Flights) in the country, where cadets used to get the oppurtunity to fly in a two seater aircraft - the Bulldog.
The cadets are able to take full control of the aircraft, experience the thrills of aerobatics and generally have a great time.
Every year, the Royal Air Force Association sponsor young people from all over the country to take part in pilot navigation courses and flying scholarships.
www21.brinkster.com /carnforthatc/flying.htm   (461 words)

  
 2530 (Uckfield) Squadron Air Training Corps Web Site   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-09-18)
In order for cadets to progress in the ATC is it vital that they attain different levels in our aeronautical studies syllabus.
On completion of the exam the cadet is awarded a badge to be worn on their brassard.
On completion of the exam the cadet is award a yellow lanyard to be worn on their left shoulder.
freespace.virgin.net /uckfield.aircadets/aero.htm   (426 words)

  
 4 (Ardmore) Squadron Air Training Corps - New Zealand Cadet Forces
The Air Training Corps is open to all physically fit males and females between the ages of 13 and 18 years.
To see if the Air Training Corps is for you, come along to one of our parade nights.
Many of the training activities are available at no cost to the cadet.
www.airtrainingcorps.org.nz   (401 words)

  
 New Zealand Air Training Corps   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-09-18)
At normal ATC unit meetings/parades, the flag of the Royal New Zealand Air Force is used.
On certain occasions, the ATC ceremonial flag may be used.
The central emblem in the crest is a depiction of a sparrowhawk clutching a spear.
www.crwflags.com /fotw/flags/nz-atc.html   (116 words)

  
 London - Cadets - Air Training Corps   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-09-18)
Luton Borough Council - Air Training Corps - Children's activities AirTrainingCorps parachute country.
Air Training corps in All local areas - Youth clubs and organisations AirTrainingcorps Previous 10 entries1414 (Crowborough) Squadron AirTrainingCorps (ATC) RAF supported 176 (Hove) Squadron AirTrainingCorps www.176hoveatc.co
Air Training Corps in Wales - filtering software.
netlondon.com /Government/Defence/Cadets/Air_Training_Corps/index.html   (292 words)

  
 eBay - air training corps, Militaria, Collectibles items on eBay.com   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-09-18)
Various Royal Air Force and Air Training Corps Badges
Air Training Corps v Boys Clubs - Final 1954 - Pirate
AIR TRAINING CORPS GAZETTE 1945 World War II Aviation
search-desc.ebay.com /search/search.dll?query=air+training+corps&...   (262 words)

  
 195 (Grimsby) Air Training Corps , Grimsby   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-09-18)
The Air Training Corps is a voluntary youth organization supported by the Royal Air Force.
With almost 49,000 members, aged from 13 to 22 years, the ATC is one of the country's premier youth organizations and the world's largest youth air training organization.
Grimsby has it's own squadron located just outside the Grimsby town centre and is one of over 1000 different squadrons located in the UK.
www.grimsbyontheweb.com /mynews/news/news_item.asp?NewsID=255&catid=   (111 words)

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