What’s Air Cadets?

The Air Training Corps (ATC or Air Cadets for short) is the Air Force inspired element of the New Zealand Cadet Forces, a nationwide voluntary youth organisation. We offer training in:

Aviation Studies
Citizenship Skills
Cadet Force Knowledge
Dress and Ceremonial Foot Drill
First Aid Skills
Instructional Technique
Navigation
Bushcraft & Outdoor Safety
Firearms Safety
Marksmanship
General Service Knowledge
Leadership Skills
Radio Procedures
Public Speaking

Throughout the year this training is put into practice at regular exercises and activities.

Our Team

Below are the Officers who make the unit possible. Like all Officers in the New Zealand Cadet Forces, our Officers are all volunteers with careers and families outside the organisation. For the safety and well-being of the Cadets, all Officers must pass a rigorous selection and vetting process prior to receiving their commission.

Unit Commander

PLTOFF Matthew Harris, NZCF

Adjutant

Officer Cadet Yuri Allen, NZCF

Training Officer

Officer Cadet Adam Hay, NZCF

Stores Officer

Supplementary Staff Dr. Robert Harris