1409 (Consett) Squadron will be recruiting in 2024! 

At 1409, we run our recruitment in the form of ‘intake nights’, which are in short, an informal presentation evening, designed to give you a taste of what the Royal Air Force Air Cadets has to offer and how you can get involved. You will also have the chance to ask any questions that you may have, have a tour of the Squadron HQ, and speak to current cadets and members of staff about their experiences. Like what you see? Then great! you can start parading from the following Monday after a presentation evening! We usually hold 2 intake nights a year (1 in April, and 1 in September), roughly lining up with the end of Easter half term, and the start of the new school year.

Are you aged between 12 to 18, in at least year 8 or above, and looking for a challenge? If so, you meet all the requirements to join! The Royal Air Force Air Cadets is open to all genders and ethnic backgrounds. 

Once you have registered your interest (via the red button below), we will be in contact via e-mail immediately after you have completed the form, and again roughly 3-4 weeks before the arranged date of the recruitment evening to confirm your attendance. Please regularly check your emails around this time to make sure you do not miss out! 

WePlease note, if you do not yet meet the age requirements, then please do still fill in the form, and we will be in touch with you as soon as you are able to join.