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SO YOU WANT TO JOIN UP?
Cadet membership is open to young people, both male and female, between 13 and 18 years old who accept the challenge. The maximum age for new members to join is 16 years and 9 months.
Cadets of all nationalities, backgrounds and abilities are equally welcome.
Disabled Cadets are also welcome provided their handicap doesn't prevent them from taking part in a reasonable number of activities or is likely to put themselves or others in danger.
"The more you put into the Air Cadets, the more you get back out - there is always something extra to do or go for."
Not all Cadets join because they want a career with the Royal Air Force or Aerospace Industry - we are NOT a recruiting organisation for the Services - there are almost as many reasons to join as there are members.
Air Cadets is not just for the 'middle class' or wealthy. In 1999 the trophy for the best Squadron in the Corps went to 50F (Lambeth) Sqn which is located in one London's more deprived boroughs.
Membership cost is kept to an absolute minimum - we even supply your Uniform.
The ACO is a 'military' youth organisation and accordingly there are high standards to maintain. You will be expected to take a pride in your uniform and appearance, be well mannered and SELF disciplined - you will be joining something to be proud of.