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Air Training Corps (ATC)
There are over 1000 ATC squadrons at locations across the UK and overseas, providing exciting opportunities for over 40,000 young people and 10,000 adult volunteers.

Combined Cadet Forces (CCF)
Based in over 500 secondary schools, a partnership between the schools and the MoD. Adult volunteers can apply. Pupils from that school can apply directly to the school.

Volunteer Gliding Squadrons (VGS)
Provide flying training and experience to ATC and CCF Cadets. Only adult volunteers can apply.

Aerospace Ground Schools (AGS)
Provide immersive technology to teach cadets the skills needed to fly. Only adult volunteers can apply.

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Air Training Corps (ATC)
There are over 1000 ATC squadrons at locations across the UK and overseas, providing exciting opportunities for over 40,000 young people and 10,000 adult volunteers.

Combined Cadet Forces (CCF)
Based in over 500 secondary schools, a partnership between the schools and the MoD. Adult volunteers can apply. Pupils from that school can apply directly to the school.

Volunteer Gliding Squadrons (VGS)
Provide flying training and experience to ATC and CCF Cadets. Only adult volunteers can apply.

Aerospace Ground Schools (AGS)
Provide immersive technology to teach cadets the skills needed to fly. Only adult volunteers can apply.

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