Flying & Gliding
Air experience flights in Grob Tutor fixed-wing aircraft and Grob Viking gliders, plus pilot navigation and flying-scholarship training.
Activities
What we get up to
From the flight line to the mountainside — a programme built to stretch every cadet, across everything we do.
Aviation, Space & Cyber
The heart of what we do — getting cadets into the air and into the technology behind modern air power.
Space Studies
An introduction to satellite communications, rocketry and defence space systems.
Cyber & Communications
Programming, radio communications, cyber security and computer networking.
Military & Fieldcraft
Discipline, teamwork and resilience built through hands-on training in the field.
Target Shooting
Marksmanship training and competitive shooting using standard cadet rifles and air weapons.
Fieldcraft
Tactical training, survival skills, camouflage and deployed navigation exercises.
Camps
Residential annual camps at active RAF stations in the UK and overseas — including Cyprus and Gibraltar.
International Air Cadet Exchange
Two-week cultural and aviation exchanges with the armed forces of partner nations.
Adventure Training
Challenge and confidence found in the great outdoors, all year round.
Outdoor Pursuits
Rock climbing, abseiling, high-level hill walking, mountain biking, canoeing, kayaking and high ropes.
Skills & Personal Development
Nationally recognised awards and life skills that cadets carry far beyond the squadron.
Duke of Edinburgh's Award
Bronze, Silver and Gold levels — RAFAC is one of the UK’s largest DofE providers.
First Aid
Progressive qualifications from Youth through Activity to Instructor level.
Drill & Ceremonial
Parade-ground skills, banner drill and marching for public events and Remembrance.
Music & Bands
Learn a musical instrument and attend dedicated music camps.
Sports
From swimming and athletics to rugby and cross-country — local to national level.
Academic Qualifications
Cadets can earn vocational qualifications valued by colleges, universities and employers.
BTEC in Aerospace Studies
A Level 2 vocational diploma covering the principles of aviation and aerospace.
BTEC in Space Studies
Satellite systems, space science and the role of space in defence.
BTEC in Teamwork & Personal Development
Leadership, communication and working effectively as a team.
ILM Leadership Awards
Institute of Leadership & Management awards for senior cadets and staff.
Ready to take off?
Enrolment is open for young people aged 12–20 in and around Barnsley. Parade nights run every Tuesday and Friday, 19:00–21:30.