Pilot Officer (RAFAC) M Hughes Officer in Charge 2056 Squadron
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 |
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| 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, Plt Off Mark Hughes, 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
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
Cadet applications are now invited for the 2021 series of RAF Air Cadet Leadership Courses (ACLC), held at RAF College Cranwell on the following dates: 126 ACLC 10 Jul - 17 Jul 21, 127 ACLC 17 Jul - 24 Jul 21, 128 ACLC 24 Jul - 31 Jul 21, 129 ACLC 31 Jul - 07 Aug 21. Eligibility - over 16 at the course start date with a rank of Cadet Sergeant or lower. Course fee of £63 covers meals and equipment. Ask the adjutant for an application guide. Sqn submission to be complete by 31Jan21
Posted by 2056webmaster on 15 Oct 20
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Posted by 2056webmaster on 17 Sep 20
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Ultilearn various subjects to be completed. Virtual online meeting login by 1845 - paste the link from cadet portal into your web browser.
Virtual Halloween online meeting login by 1845 - paste the link from cadet portal into your web browser. Wear clothing to ward off the ghosts!!