Squadron Leader (RAFAC) Will Taylor Officer Commanding
Pilot Officer (RAFAC) M Hughes Supernumerary Officer
Civilian Instructor A Foster Adjutant
Civilian Instructor Patrick Brierley Training Officer
Civilian Instructor Jo Booth Quartermaster
Civilian Instructor Aaron Donaghy-Jones Expedition & Adventure Training Specialist
"Celer Ad Caedendum"
 Promote and encourage a practical interest in aviation and the Royal Air Force among young people |
|---|
| Provide training which will be useful in the Services and civilian life |
| Encourage the spirit of adventure and develop qualities of leadership and good citizenship |
Are you up for fun, adventure, incredible experiences and making new friends? Are you looking for something to give you the edge in life? Then welcome to the Royal Air Force Air Cadets. We are a UK-wide cadet force with more than 40,000 members aged between 12 and 20 years. Cadets can join from the start of Year 8, up until their 17th birthday.
2056 (Knutsford) Squadron is one of many squadrons that make up Greater Manchester Wing, North Region, all part of the national youth organisation, the Air Training Corps. 2056 Squadron is a vibrant squadron, looking to recruit new cadets and staff from the local area. Our Commanding Officer, Sqn Ldr Will Taylor, together with the staff team are waiting to welcome new recruits to the squadron.
If you want to join, check out the Contact Us page and send us a message.
We look forward to welcoming you soon to begin your Air Cadet Experience
The RAF Air Cadets marked its 80th anniversary on 5th February 2021. The RAF Air Cadets comprises the Air Training Corps (ATC) and the Combined Cadet Force (RAF) and whilst the ATC was formally established in 1941 many sections of the CCF (RAF) were also formed on that date. We are looking forward to getting back to "normal". If you are interested in joining the RAF Air Cadets just take a look at https://www.raf.mod.uk/aircadets/ and email adj.2056@rafac.mod.gov.uk
Posted by 2056webmaster on 09 Feb 21
A warm welcome to our new squadron commander Squadron Leader Will Taylor who has volunteered to run the squadron in addition to his main role of Greater Manchester Wing Health & Safety Officer. Will has a long association with the Air Cadets and was CO of a cadet volunteer gliding Squadron for many years. Sadly Pilot Officer Mark Hughes, our previous OC, is moving on to a CCF position where there gain will be our loss. Nevertheless, Mark will remain supernumerary on the squadron to help when time permits. After an outstanding time as our OC we wish Mark all the best in his new role.
Posted by 2056webmaster on 07 Jan 21
CALLING ALL SQUADRON CADETS to check "Cadet Portal" for all the variety of interesting and exciting courses open to you. Don't forget to register yourself.!
Posted by 2056webmaster on 21 Oct 20
Please note: clicking this link takes you outside of the 2056 Squadron website and we are not responsible for any external content.
Virtual classification and aircraft recognition online meeting, login by 1845 - paste the link from cadet portal into your web browser.
Virtual online Chess Master Class (for beginners!!): login by 1845 - paste the link from cadet portal into your web browser.
Virtual online briefing for return to face to face: login by 1845 - paste the link from cadet portal into your web browser.