Life in the RAF Air Cadets offers a wide range of activities to build skills and abilities that can change your life. We offer a wide range of fun, free, activities and many things we do can lead to civilian qualifications which support our Cadets in their personal lives, as well as their Cadet lives.
Check out what we offer and head over to the Join 2121 page to see how to get involved; as a Cadet or even an Adult Volunteer.
Aviation
From flying and gliding to the science of keeping aircraft in the sky
Adventure Training
Camp and field craft, kayaking and more. Duke of Edinburgh Awards, navigation walks, and much more
First Aid
Stopping a bleed to saving a life. Learn how to safely respond in a range of circumstances, gaining qualifications at the same time.
Camps & Weekenders
Head away for a weekend, or longer, and go local or abroad. We have regular camps on RAF and military basis so you get to experience life on-base whilst attending training course and activities.
Flying & Gliding
From your first flight in a glider or powered aircraft, through learning to control an aircraft, and on to your first solo flight and possibly your Private Pilot's License. RAF Air Cadet can get a cockpit seat.
Sports & Fitness
Football, netball, hockey, swimming, and archery. As an Air Cadet you have the chance to learn new skills and abilities in a wide range of sporting disciplines; even gaining qualifications in them too.
Classifications
Learning about a wide range of subjects, i.e. The RAF, The ATC, Piston Engines. Expedition Training, and more, is a central pillar to personal growth in the RAF Air Cadets. Engage in fun and rewarding lessons to see what interests you.
Science, Technology, Engineering & Maths
Also known as STEM, we have an active engagement in supporting Cadets to see where technology takes us and the role it plays in the modern world. Our Wig STEM officer also likes making some cool gadgets in Python.
Community Engagement
As an RAF Air Cadet you will be an active member of our community engagement. From supporting the Abingdon Air Show through to parading on Remembrance Sunday, this all forms a key part of a Cadet's life and experience.
Become and Adult Volunteer
Are you over 18 but still interested in becoming a member of the Squadron? You can volunteer your time (as much or as little as you can) to support our Cadets. You can also gain the same qualifications and get the same experiences they do.
Radio Communications
Use radios and other technologies to communicate over short and long distances, whether it be with the Squadron down the road, or the one at the other side of the country.
Have you seen something that catches your eye? Have you the spare time to support the Squadron as an adult volunteer? If so, Contact Us and we can support you in getting started as a member of 2121 (Abingdon) Squadron RAF Air Cadets.
Get in touch
Location
Whitecross
Wootton
Abingdon
OX13 6BU
Contact Us
Email : 2121@rafac.mod.gov.uk
Phone: 01235 538955
Parade Nights
Tuesday & Thursday
1900 hrs to 2130 hrs
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