The ATC gives opportunities for young people aged 13 - 18 years old to go flying in light aircraft, gliding, shooting, adventure training, sports activities, camps and much much more...

Formed in 1941 , the ATC is sponsored by the Royal Air Force and amongst other things provides opportunities for cadets to find out about the life in the Royal Air Force.

There are ATC squadrons all over the country. If you are interested in joining, please contact you local Wing HQ on the relevant telephone number below.

They will give you the location and parade times of the squadron nearest to you. Just come along at the specified time and see if you like it - there is no obligation to join!

East Cheshire & South Manchester Wing - 0161 4408888 Ext 7541
East Lancashire - 0161 7642686 Ext 8152
Merseyside Wing - 017048 72287 Ext 7246/7245
Cumbria & North Lancs Wing - 01772 260752
Staffordshire Wing - 01785 787254
West Mercian - 01902 377211

The Air Training Corps is staffed by adult volunteers who are essential to the running of every squadron and the corps as a whole. If you are over 21 years of age and are willing to lend a hand then we would love to hear from you. There are two ways that you can make a difference to your local squadron; by becoming a Civilian Instructor, or by becoming a member of a Squadron's Civilian Committee.

Civilian Instructors (CIs) are adult volunteers who attend squadron parade evenings and help to organise and instruct cadets in the squadron. Of special interest to us as CIs are people who have served in the Armed or Cadet Forces or who are able to pass on knowledge in a specialised subject (ie communications, propulsion etc). However a volunteer from any walk of life who is prepared to spend the time to help out will be contributing greatly in some shape or form.

Adult volunteers alternatively can play a role by becoming a member of a Civilian Committee. The Civilian Committee is made up of members of the Squadron's local community and is meant to act as an interface between the squadron and the community as well as providing vital functions such as fund raising, looking after cadet's welfare and acting as a 'think-tank' producing ideas which will enhance the squadron and it's standing. Most committees meet every two months or so.