The 4 principal goals of the RAF's strategy on Youth are:

To support the key themes of Government Youth Policies aimed at maximising potential, social inclusion, leadership and citizenship.

To enhance the image and understanding of the RAF amongst young people and those who influence them.

To raise the awareness of the RAF in the minds of young people.

To enhance the visibility and appeal of the Air Cadet Organization on the unit and work in liaison with the ACLO.