THE Royal Air Force Air Cadets are holding an open evening for anyone interested in joining Air Cadets.

The open evening will take place on September 18 from 6.30pm until 9.30pm at Alton Lane, Ross-on-Wye, Herefordshire.

Being part of the Air Cadets offers young people opportunities for flying and adventure, training and leadership, STEM activities, as well as the chance to build long-lasting friendships and develop teamwork skills.

Adult Sergeant with the RAF Air Cadets, Gary Morris, said: “Cadet life is all about challenge, excitement and adventure. Cadets have many opportunities, including UK and overseas camps, leadership courses, air experience flights and pilot training.

“The focus is always on enjoying yourself while improving your skills.

“The RAF Air Cadets offer young people exciting opportunities for personal and professional development. We’re an inclusive organisation that cares about helping young people reach their potential. Every year, nearly 43,000 air cadets and 10,000 volunteer staff take part in exciting events at over 1,000 squadrons across the UK.

“From cyber and space to sports, flying and adventure training - being a cadet means trying new things in a safe environment, making friends along the way and gaining skills for life.”

The opening evening will give potential new cadets and their families the chance to find out more about what the organisation offers and what life as a cadet is like. Visitors can learn about the different activities available, the skills they can develop and the opportunities they could take part in both locally and further afield.

Joining Air Cadets can also help with confidence in young individuals while encouraging them to take on new challenges including the activities mentioned where they can also learn valuable skills to carry with them while being part of a supportive community.