We're sure you have lots of questions about the Air Training Corps and the Burghfield Squadron in particular,
so to help you we've tried to answer as many of your frequently asked questions as possible. Of course,
if you don't find the answers here please feel free to drop us an email or give us a call and we'll do our
very best to answer any question for you.
We get to do a huge variety of activities such as flying, gliding, target shooting, adventure training, sports, camps, drill, academic studies and lots of other things. There's never a dull moment.
Back...You can join when you're 13 and usually leave when you're 20. The latest age you can be to join is 17.
Back...We meet twice a week, on Monday and Wednesday.
Back...Each session lasts around two hours, usually from 19:30 to 21:30 in the evening, so you will still have time to deal with all other commitments.
Back...Yes, there are lots of opportunities to do fun activities as well as the more serious side of things, but the focus is always on enjoying yourself while improving your skills.
Back...There are a huge amount of expedition opportunities, some overseas, but the most well known and popular option is the Duke of Edinburgh Award which entails overnight expeditions. They're great fun. But there are lots of other expeditions that pop up regularly.
Back...It only costs about £2 a week to belong to the ATC which is great value for money considering the benefits you get out of it.
Back...No, the uniform is free but you have to look after it. It is possible to purchase additional uniform items from one of several cadet stores. It may be necessary to buy your own shoes though!
Back...Yes! Everyone is very friendly and you always feel welcome.
Back...You can go at least once a year but as some cadets focus on other activities sometimes you can fly much more frequently.
Back...Absolutely! If you're disabled you are very welcome provided your handicap doesn't prevent you from taking part in a reasonable number of activities, or is likely to cause you safety problems. Your local squadron staff will be happy to speak to you about this.
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