461 Chichester Squadron Air Cadets

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461 Chichester Squadron Air Cadets 461 (Chichester) Squadron Air Training Corps Who we are
Are you up for fun, adventure, incredible experiences and making new friends? Ready for a challenge?

Are you looking for something to give you the edge in life? Then welcome to the Air Cadet Organisation (ACO). Better known as the 'Air Cadets', we’re a UK-wide cadet force with more than 40,000 members aged between 13 and 20 years. We're sponsored by the Royal Air Force and can give you hands-on experience of activities and courses that will challenge and develop your skills to help you succeed in whatever you want to do. As a cadet you'll have the opportunity to do things that others only dream about. Want real flight experience? No problem. How about heading out on adventurous training and camps, sometimes overseas? Normal for cadets. Competitive sports, drill, shooting, music, abseiling, engineering projects? Our list of activities is long, varied and open to all cadets. Yes it's a challenge, but that's what life's all about. Get a head start
We are not a recruiting organisation for the RAF but if you're thinking about a Service career, cadet membership will put you ahead of the competition. Many cadets go on to great success in the RAF (and the other Services). Around 40% of officers and 50% of all aircrew (including pilots, navigators and engineers) in the RAF now are ex-cadets. Research shows that they do better in basic training and stay in the Service longer than their colleagues. Likewise, if you chose a civilian career our research proves you can go on the great things…employers just love the skills and experience that air cadets offer. Let's face it - where else would you be given the opportunity to fly solo in a glider or powered aircraft when you're 17? Whatever you do with your life, at the end of your time as a cadet you'll be self-motivated, confident and ready for anything.

19/09/2026

If you’re ever looking for a guide at Goodwood Racecourse… you know where to find us 🫣

Last week Sgt Alexander attended the gold cyber course taught by cyber specialists at RAF Cosford. He learned a range of...
25/08/2026

Last week Sgt Alexander attended the gold cyber course taught by cyber specialists at RAF Cosford.

He learned a range of topics including ethical hacking and the types of malware and cyber threats. The course directors described this as one of the best cohorts they’ve taught, which is down to the hard work and enthusiasm of the cadets.

Attending this course earns Sgt Alexander a gold badge and qualifies him to teach other cadets up to bronze cyber.

Massive congratulations and we look forward to seeing what you do with your newfound skills.

Brilliant news, congratulations Sir!
15/08/2024

Brilliant news, congratulations Sir!

Following a thorough selection process, we are pleased to announce Group Captain Al Lewis will be appointed Commandant RAF Air Cadets in the rank of Air Commodore, effective 23 September 2024.

Gp Capt Lewis succeeds Air Commodore Tony Keeling OBE, who is retiring from the Service. Gp Capt Lewis is currently Commandant of London & South East Region RAFAC, and the process to identify a successor for this role is underway.

Gp Capt Lewis said, “I have been humbled by the support over past months and thrilled to be appointed into the prestigious role as Commandant RAFAC. As someone who is hugely passionate about the way our outputs change the lives of cadets, I am honoured to lead its dedicated volunteers and permanent staff who deliver so much for our cadets.

Read the full announcement and Gp Capt Lewis’ bio on the RAFAC Website:

https://www.raf.mod.uk/aircadets/news/new-commandant-royal-air-force-air-cadets-announced/

Commandant Air Cadets

17/01/2023

CAN YOU HELP?

461 (Chichester) Squadron is in need of a new treasurer for our civilian committee. If you can help us continue delivering the 'cadet experience' to the fine young people of the Chichester area, please contact the squadron at [email protected]

The exiting treasurer has offered to support their successor with any questions and training to ensure a seamless transition. Thank you for your support!

Flt Lt Mark Sonsthagen RAFAC
Commanding Officer
461 (Chichester) Squadron.

A fantastic day of poppy selling in Chichester city centre today. Excellent teamwork with CCF and ACF cadets and lots of...
12/11/2022

A fantastic day of poppy selling in Chichester city centre today. Excellent teamwork with CCF and ACF cadets and lots of positive feedback from the general public. Well done team 461!

3 Lucky cadets had an opportunity to go gliding today! Covering pre flight safety, getting to know the aircraft and taki...
16/10/2022

3 Lucky cadets had an opportunity to go gliding today! Covering pre flight safety, getting to know the aircraft and taking to the skies and practicing the principles of flight!

What an amazing day!

Sussex Wing - Royal Air Force Air Cadets 615 Volunteer Gliding Squadron Royal Air Force Air Cadets Commandant Air Cadets

It is my immense pleasure to announce the Lord Lieutenant's Cadet for West Sussex this year is none other than our own C...
30/07/2022

It is my immense pleasure to announce the Lord Lieutenant's Cadet for West Sussex this year is none other than our own Cadet Warrant Officer Kieran Snow!

CWO Snow has worked tirelessly to support 461 (Chichester) Squadron and now, with COVID restrictions eased, West Sector and the wider wing.

Congratulations CWO!

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Broyle Road
Chichester

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Tuesday 7pm - 9:30pm
Thursday 7pm - 9:30pm

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