833DF Larne Royal Air Force Air Cadets

02/01/2026

Imagine helping someone discover their potential - and discovering new skills of your own along the way.

As an Adult Volunteer with the RAF Air Cadets, you’ll support young people through adventure, learning and teamwork.

Flexible, rewarding and open to everyone. Get involved and make an impact.

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The RAF Air Cadets relies on its cadet forces adult volunteers (CFAV) to support our cadets, help our squadrons around the UK and allow us to offer a wide-range of activities and opportunities. There are lots of ways you can

02/01/2026

As Larne Air Cadets come out of the Christmas and New Year break, it’s a great time to look back on the busy and rewarding few months we had.

Our cadets undertook weapon training, live firing and marksmanship, with many achieving Blue, Bronze and Silver shooting badges – a fantastic achievement all round. Cadets also had the opportunity to put their flying skills to the test on our flight simulator.

We completed a successful bag pack to help raise vital funds for new squadron training equipment, and delivered Blue level fieldcraft training covering subjects such as two-person shelters and feeding in the field.

We finished off the year with our Christmas outing, enjoying a game of bowling and a few (soft!) drinks to celebrate a great end to 2025.

There are exciting times ahead planned for Larne Air Cadets, and it’s not too late to join. If you’re interested in aviation, adventure and making new friends, get in touch and come along to see what we do!

If you’re age 12 to 16 (and in year 9 or above) you can join us. Please click the expression of interest link below and we will be in contact with you.

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15/11/2025

✈️ Ready for Adventure? Ready to Challenge Yourself? Join the Air Cadets! 🚀

Are you aged 12–16 and looking for something exciting, hands-on, and unlike anything you do at school?

Our Cadets take part in aviation ground school training, including time in our flight simulator ✈️ — all designed to teach airmanship and the principles of flight, before they get an actual flight!

They also get the chance to learn marksmanship and live-firing skills safely and expertly supervised 🎯, building confidence, discipline, and teamwork along the way.

Whether you’re interested in aviation, adventure, outdoor skills, leadership, or new friendships, the Cadets has something for you.

👉 Want to join or learn more?
Complete the link below and we will be in contact.

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11/11/2025

This weekend, the cadets of 833DF Larne Squadron were turned out to the highest standard for both the Poppy Appeal street collection in Larne town centre on Saturday and the Royal British Legion Remembrance Parade on Sunday.

Our cadets carried out their duties with pride, serving as Guard of Honour and laying a wreath at the cenotaph in remembrance of those who gave so much.

We would like to thank the people of Larne for their generous support throughout the Poppy Appeal. It was a great honour for our cadets and staff to pay our respects alongside the community.

Lest we forget.

26/10/2025

✈️ Larne Air Cadets Take to the Skies! 🛩️

Cadets from Larne Air Cadets, aged 13–20, regularly have the opportunity to take part in Air Experience Flying, where they learn about all aspects of flying — and the excitement of putting that knowledge into practice!

From discovering how an aircraft handles in the air to experiencing the controls first-hand, this unique opportunity helps our young people build confidence, develop skills, and gain a real appreciation of aviation.

Age 12 (year 9) to 16, interested in joining Larne Air Cadets? Click the link below to register your interest.

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28/09/2025

This past week Larne Air Cadets took part in an Essential First Aid training session, covering key lifesaving skills through both lessons and hands-on practice.

✅ Primary Survey – learning how to quickly assess a casualty’s condition.
✅ Recovery Position – keeping an unconscious casualty safe while waiting for help.
✅ CPR – practicing vital chest compressions that can save lives in an emergency.
✅ Choking – how to react quickly and effectively when every second counts.
✅ Minor & Major Bleeds – understanding how to manage injuries, from small cuts to serious bleeding.

Our cadets showed fantastic focus and enthusiasm, building confidence in skills that could one day make all the difference. 💪

👏 Well done to everyone who took part – true teamwork and commitment on display!



Age 12 (year 9) - 16, interested in joining the Larne Air Cadets? Click the link below to register your interest.

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21/09/2025

Air Cadets from Larne visited their Headquarters in Antrim to partake in Training/ Weapon Handling Test (WHT) & Live Firing & Marksmanship Training (LFMT) on the BSA Scorpion Air Rifle.

LFMT develops discipline, self-control, and focus, while allowing cadets to pursue marksmanship awards and build confidence through achievement.

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12/09/2025

Opportunities for 12–16 Year Olds in Larne!

Looking for an exciting, structured, and rewarding activity for your young person? The RAF Air Cadets in Larne are welcoming new members!

📌 Who can join?
• Young people aged 12 (in Year 9 of secondary school) to 16 years old

📌 When do we meet?
• Monday evenings, 7–10pm in Larne

📌 What we offer:
✈️ Flying & Aviation experiences
🎯 Shooting & Fieldcraft
⛑️ First Aid training
🎖️ Leadership skills & teamwork
🌍 Adventure, friendship, and fun!

The Air Cadets are a fantastic way for young people to build confidence, learn new skills, and take part in experiences they’ll never forget.

👉 Interested? Find out more and register here:
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24/08/2025

Cadets and staff from Antrim, Holywood, and Larne took part in a recruitment drive during the Antrim Coast Half Marathon today. The flight simulators proved especially popular, giving potential recruits the chance to experience the challenges of flying.

In addition, the cadets assisted with marshalling the runners and managed the secure baggage area, ensuring that runners’ belongings were safely stored and returned after they completed the race.

13/08/2025

✈️ Larne Air Cadets Need YOU! ✈️

Were you once a cadet? Served in the Armed Forces? Or simply looking for a rewarding new challenge?
Now’s your chance to help inspire and shape the next generation of young people in Larne.

We’re looking for adult volunteers to join our team — people with enthusiasm, commitment, and a passion for developing skills, confidence, and opportunities for local youth.

You don’t need to have flown a plane or worn a uniform before — just bring your life experience, reliability, and willingness to get stuck in. Full training and support will be given, and you’ll join a welcoming team who make a real difference in our community.

✅ Leadership & mentoring
✅ Adventure & travel opportunities
✅ Learn new skills (first aid, expedition training, and more!)
✅ Give back to your community in a meaningful way

📅 If you think you could help, message our page or drop us a text. 07515177749

📍 Join us. Inspire them.
Because the future won’t build itself — but with your help, it will soar.

(Staff joining age is 20+)

11/08/2025

Cadets from Larne and Carrickfergus held a recruiting drive at the Whitehead summer fete.
The cadets manned the Flight Simulators, where potential cadets enjoyed the challenge of flying.

14/07/2025