94-816: The New Zealand Air Training Corps (also known as Air Cadets and ATC ) is one of the three corps in the New Zealand Cadet Forces (NZCF), alongside the New Zealand Sea Cadet Corps and the New Zealand Cadet Corps . It is funded in partnership between the Royal New Zealand Air Force (RNZAF) and local communities. Members are civilians with no obligation to enlist in the New Zealand Defence Force (NZDF). Should
188-478: A "Cadet CV ". While this doesn't make the NZCF record of service books that all cadets are issued redundant, this enables cadets to track their record of achievements using a more convenient medium. In mid 2018 a new version was released that included automatic compiling of the NZCF 20 form. The NZCF 20 form is a monthly report detailing the number of each rank that paraded with that unit, any activities and events that
282-511: A Sub Lieutenant, Royal Canadian Navy, Willing and Requiring you from time to time to repair on board and to take upon you the Charge and Command of Sub Lieutenant in any ship or Establishment to which you may hereafter at any time be duly appointed, or the charge and Command of any other Rank to which you may be promoted or appointed, strictly Charging and Commanding all the Officers and company of
376-541: A cadet NCO holding the position of Squadron Warrant Officer (who doesn't necessarily hold the rank of Cadet Warrant Officer). If the unit is large enough, each flight of cadets may have a Flight Sergeant . The Warrant Officer is normally responsible for supervising the NCOs in their various tasks. The Warrant Officer can skip the normal chain of command to liaise directly with the Unit Commander. How an individual unit
470-526: A cadet enlist, their service in the ATC cadet does not translate into higher pay, rank, or seniority. The ATC's mission is to develop and enable self-disciplined, confident and responsible young people, with a vision to prepare New Zealand's successful leaders of tomorrow. As of 2021 the Air Training Corps has approximately 2000 personnel, including 202 commissioned officers. In the late 1930s, with
564-603: A cloth " ATC " cap badge on their flight caps, while officers and officer cadets wear the same cap insignia as RNZAF officers. Since 2019, all ATC personnel wear dark blue oval badges with " AIR TRAINING CORPS " on their shoulders to differentiate them from the RNZAF . Cadets wear a shoulder brassard on their right arm to display their individual achievements, which further distinguishes them from RNZAF personnel. Cadet achievements include The Duke of Edinburgh's Award , flying/navigation badge, marksman badge and training level badges, and
658-468: A large role in supporting community projects through volunteer labour. The first unit raised was at Otago Boys' High School in 1864, making it one of the oldest youth service organisations in New Zealand. By 1870 there were several secondary school units in existence, among the first being Nelson College , Christ's College , Wellington College and Auckland Grammar School . From 1864 until 1902
752-541: A military flavour and about 50% military subjects associated with providing knowledge of the roles and functions of the NZDF. The new thrust was to provide "good citizenship skills" to young men under the training methods used by the Military Forces. Female cadets were accepted from 1977 and although the service flavour and well tried and tested services training methods and character was retained, additional training
846-566: A national level. Often the Minister of Defence will be in attendance, as well as the Commandant NZCF, Assistant Commandant NZCF, and Returned Serviceman Association leadership. Each year ATCANZ provides a number of scholarships to Air Training Corps Personnel, including, Further prizes are given to cadets on Air Training Corps aviation courses; Navigation Flight – 3 subscriptions to AVIATION NEWS The uniform worn by ATC members
940-554: A new Visual Identity System. Under this new system the NZCF allowed the use of Navy Cadets , Army Cadets , and Air Cadets for the members of the Sea Cadet Corps, the New Zealand Cadet Corps, and the Air Training Corps respectively. The system also introduced a new logo for each corps and a primary logo for the NZCF. The primary logo is an amalgamation of the three separate corps logos. "The new NZCF logo
1034-745: A set of activities they participated in: Land Elective The Land Elective was a day tramp over the Tongariro Crossing in the Tongariro National Park volcanic plateau. Water Elective The Water Elective included sailing, kayaking, life raft experience and abseiling off a dam. Conducted at Lake Moawhango . Air Elective The Air Elective included an air experience flight, a flight simulator, military aircraft static displays, as well as RNZAF unit presentations. Conducted at RNZAF Base Ohakea . Cadets were transported via contracted bus services to RNZAF Base Ohakea early in
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#17327935731611128-461: A single database for the first time in the organisations history. These profiles allow personnel to update their personal details such as changes in address and contact details. With a comprehensive privacy policy ensuring the data of each individual can't be accessed without appropriate permissions. The profiles also allow the ability for cadets to see a history of their promotions, awards they've received courses and camps they've completed, creating
1222-500: A tab based system for different branches of the organisation . In practice this meant if a person within the organisation wanted to find out about uniform, they could go the "S4 – Logistics" tab and find the manual relevant to the uniform they wanted to know about. The other half of CadetNet included digital profiles for all personnel. Meaning all members of the New Zealand Cadet Forces could be uniquely recorded in
1316-528: A voluntary organisation under the Minister of Defence's responsibility. Units were required to be initiated and funded by the community. The Chief of Defence Forces was authorised to "direct and supervise" the Cadet Forces and provide military support, initially restricted to providing uniforms, training and equipment at a cost no greater than $ 400,000. Although no longer an integral part of the services,
1410-406: Is a formal document issued to appoint a named person to high office or as a commissioned officer in a territory's armed forces. A commission constitutes documentary authority that the person named is vested with the powers of that office and is empowered to execute official acts. A commission often takes the form of letters patent . Commissions are typically issued in the name of or signed by
1504-430: Is a voluntary military-style training organisation for New Zealand youth between the ages of 13 and 21. Run in partnership with the New Zealand Defence Force (NZDF) and local community organisations. Through its three branches, the New Zealand Cadet Forces provide young adults with a four-year training curriculum, while a number of local, area, and national camps and courses provide further experience and qualifications. It
1598-516: Is an opportunity to refresh and modernise the NZCF brand. It is a clean and modern visual representation of the three component organisations which comprise the NZCF." The badges of the three cadet forces remain official emblems. These badges have Royal Assent and are protected by the Flags, Emblems and Names Protection Act 1981. 2018 - CadetNet CadetNet is an online website based intranet developed in house by New Zealand Cadet Forces personnel that
1692-433: Is at discretion of Cadet Unit Commanders. New Zealand disruptive pattern material was adopted as an official ATC uniform in 2002. In 2018 the NZDF moved away from the disruptive pattern material so the ATC explored new uniforms. The product of that exploration is the 'Cadet Working Dress' (CWD). Intended to be introduced in late 2021, the New Zealand Sea Cadet Corps and ATC have a new single multipurpose uniform. The ATC
1786-491: Is by election of self-nominated personnel during a general meeting. The Cadet Unit Commander or a delegate officer from the unit is also expected to be a sitting member of the committee to ensure that the branch is kept informed of squadron activities and that the branch aligns its practices with the Unit Commander's intent and direction. Each branch has three elected positions: Chairperson , Secretary and Treasurer . People self-nominate for these positions then face election by
1880-1158: Is composed of three Branches or Corps (similar to the New Zealand Defence Force): The New Zealand Cadet Forces is commanded by the Commandant New Zealand Cadet Forces (COMDT NZCF). Assisting the Commandant is the Executive Officer NZCF (XO NZCF), the Assistant Commandant (ASST COMDT NZDF), and the Warrant Officer New Zealand Cadet Forces (WONZCF). Training is provided by Cadet Force Officers, Cadet Non-Commissioned Officers, and adult volunteers through Cadet Units nationwide. Supported by three Cadet Force Training and Support Units (CFTSU) composed of NZDF Regular Force (RF) personnel. The New Zealand Cadet Forces also play
1974-445: Is designed to optimize processes and act as a singular source for information and material related to the New Zealand Cadet Forces. The system is operated by, and only accessible by active members of the organisation. Early Release The concept for a Cadet Forces online hub began in 2014 with several years’ work being undertaken by a small group of NZCF Officers. In 2018 an early version of an integrated online hub for all cadet needs
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#17327935731612068-547: Is due an officer of this grade and position. And this Officer is to observe and follow such orders and directives, from time to time, as may be given by me, or the future President of the United States of America, or other Superior Officers acting in accordance with the laws of the United States of America. This commission is to continue in force during the pleasure of the President of the United States of America for
2162-407: Is issued directly new cadets upon their enrolment into a squadron after their measurements are entered into CadetNet. Units still maintain a local supply of uniform as spares, but the bulk of uniform issued to new recruits comes from Headquarters New Zealand Cadet Forces. The Air Training Corps currently uses the following uniforms: Usually worn with squadron T-shirt, corps cap and running shoes but
2256-760: Is jointly funded by the Ministry of Defence , the Royal New Zealand Returned Services' Association , local communities, and the Associated charities belonging to each branch ( CCANZ , SCANZ , ATCANZ ). Overall it is directed by Air Marshal Kevin Short , Chief of Defence Force. Cadets are not under any obligation to join the New Zealand Defence Force, however many choose to do so upon turning 18 years old. It
2350-694: Is managed by the Cadet Unit Commander, in partnership with the unit's branch of the ATCANZ. A typical unit has between one and four officers filling various roles. The Cadet Unit Commander appoints all personnel in the unit to their positions. Each unit has an Adjutant, Training Officer, and Stores Officer. These positions are usually filled by commissioned officers (individual officers can hold multiple positions if necessary). One or more of these personnel may have assistants, often junior officers or senior non-commissioned officers (NCOs). Each unit has
2444-425: Is organised varies widely. A unit's organisation depends on its size, number of officers, number of Cadet NCOs, facilities, and the organisational preference of the Cadet Unit Commander. Cadet units are graded on their parading numbers, which dictates the number of officers each unit may have, and the number of Corporals, Sergeants, Flight Sergeants and Officer Cadets. The Air Training Corps Association of New Zealand
2538-555: Is supported by the Air Training Corps Association of New Zealand (ATCANZ). The country is divided into 3 areas, Northern (northern half of the North Island ), Central (southern half of the North Island ) and Southern (entire South Island ). Each area has a NZCF Cadet Force Training and Support Unit (CFTSU), commanded by an Area Coordinator, with Advisors for Air Training Corps Squadrons. Each unit
2632-499: Is the same as that of the Royal New Zealand Air Force, except that for all ranks, the lettering on the bottom of the rank insignia shoulder boards reads " CADET FORCES " rather than " NEW ZEALAND " to differentiate ATC personnel from RNZAF personnel. Officer Service Dress Uniforms have a shoulder flash reading " NEW ZEALAND CADET FORCES " rather than " ROYAL NEW ZEALAND AIR FORCE " for the same reason. Cadets wear
2726-828: Is typical of the wording of a British commission during the reign of Charles III , CHARLES THE THIRD, by the Grace of God of the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland, and of His other Realms and Territories King, Head of the Commonwealth, Defender of the Faith. To our Trusty and Well Beloved ........................ Greeting: We, reposing especial Trust and Confidence in your Loyalty, Courage, and good Conduct, do by these Presents Constitute and Appoint you to be an Officer in Our ......................... from
2820-710: The Air Force when they were old enough. In the 1950s specialist training appropriate to their parent service was introduced for the cadet forces. The rate of increase in the cadet movement from 1948 – 1960 eventually proved counter productive in the 1960s as the Army could not effectively support the numbers while meeting their own commitments. By 1964 the NZCF reached peak strength, mainly in school units of 198 units, with 1,000 officers and about 54,000 cadets. Reorganisation saw many schools cease cadet support and by 1965 there were about 20,000 cadets; further changes to support by
2914-495: The Commandant , provided at 5 locations around New Zealand to support units. Cadet Force officers were appointed by the Minister of Defence with Cadet Force commissions, on a voluntary unpaid basis with authority to wear military uniform and rank. The 1971 Defence Act, established the NZCF, as a volunteer organisation, for which the Minister of Defence was responsible. The open units were required to be initiated and funded by
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3008-849: The Governor General of Canada and countersigned by the Minister of National Defence , on behalf of the King of Canada . Here is an example of the Royal Canadian Navy's Commission from pre-1968: ELIZABETH THE SECOND, by the Grace of God of the United Kingdom, Canada and Her other Realms and Territories, Queen, Head of the Commonwealth, Defender of the Faith. To Mr . . . . . . . . . . . . hereby appointed Sub Lieutenant in Her Majesty's Canadian Fleet. WE reposing special Trust and Confidence in your Loyalty, Courage and Integrity, do by these Presents Constitute and Appoint you
3102-773: The Ministry of Defence . Before the Board of Admiralty were merged into the Ministry of Defence in 1964, with the title of Lord High Admiral reverting to the Crown, the naval officer's commission was signed not by the Sovereign but by the Lords Commissioners of the Admiralty, executing the office of Lord High Admiral. The naval officer's commission was worded as follows: By the Commissioners for Executing
3196-601: The Queen's Regulations and Admiralty Instructions for the Government of Her Majesty's Naval Service and all such Orders and Instructions as you shall from time to time receive from Us or from your Superior Officers for Her Majesty's Service. And likewise Charging and Commanding all Officers and Men subordinate to you according to the said Regulations Instructions or Orders to behave themselves with all due Respect and Obedience to you their Superior Officer. Given under our hands and
3290-510: The Royal New Zealand Navy 's General Working Dress, but was otherwise identical. Cadets and Officer are issued a 'pack' of equipment and uniform from New Zealand Cadet Forces Headquarters that includes their general purpose uniform (No. 6 GP). As well as the key components of shirt, pants and boots, the New Zealand Cadet Forces also intend to roll out accessories such as rain jackets, either to be supplied or purchased through
3384-419: The head of state . In Commonwealth realms , the documentation is referred to as a King's Commission or Queen's Commission (depending on the gender of the reigning monarch). However, in Commonwealth realms other than the United Kingdom, they may be signed by the governor-general , the representative of the monarch of that realm. Because the word "commission" can also refer generally to an individual's duty,
3478-501: The pay grades of W-2 through W-5). Warrant officers at the grade of W-1 are appointed by warrant by the secretary of their respective service, except in the Coast Guard where they are appointed by secretarial commission. The commission of a newly commissioned officer reads : The President of the United States of America To all who shall see these presents, greeting: Know Ye that, reposing special trust and confidence in
3572-528: The "2016 Battle of Passchendaele Multi-Media Competition". Two personnel from the NZCF were selected from the general competition (Available to all year 13 students in New Zealand) to take part in the Youth Ambassadors delegation to travel to Belgium. The NZCF also sent along official representatives. 2018 - Visual Identity System In August 2018, the New Zealand Cadet Forces introduce
3666-895: The .... day of ........ ...... You are therefore carefully and diligently to discharge your Duty as such in the Rank of .................... or in such other Rank as We may from time to time hereafter be pleased to promote you to, of which a notification will be made in the London Gazette, and you are in such manner on such occasions as may be prescribed by Us to exercise and well discipline in their duties such officers, men and women as may be placed under your orders from time to time and use your best endeavours to keep them in good order and discipline. And We do hereby Command them to Obey you as their superior Officer and you to observe and follow such Orders and Directions as from time to time you shall receive from Us, or any superior Officer, according to
3760-582: The 80th year since its formation. The seven local squadrons in Auckland joined with units outside of Auckland and the Auckland Air Force Association to mark both the 80th anniversary of the ATC and the annual Battle of Britain commemoration service. The ATC is managed at a national level by the Commandant (usually a Regular Force Lieutenant-Colonel / Wing Commander / Commander ), and their Staff based out of Trentham Army Camp. It
3854-430: The ATC celebrated its Diamond Jubilee with special parades held in each area. By this time the ATC comprised 52 Squadrons from Kaitaia to Invercargill and approximately 2500 cadets. At the beginning of 2010, there were 103 Cadet Force units In New Zealand, and cadet numbers were approximately 4500 with 360 cadet officers. The ATC celebrated its 75th anniversary in 2016 with numerous exercises and parades held around
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3948-642: The ATC is still administered by the Ministry of Defence. Under new legislation, the Air Cadet League was formed for the purpose of providing a supporting and funding role, although part of the annual Defence vote is still allocated to the Cadet Forces. Centralised supervision was established under a Commandant. Regular Force Defence personnel, under the control of the Commandant, provided support units at five locations around New Zealand. ATC Officers ceased to have " Queen's Commissions " and are appointed by
4042-453: The Army and the communities reduced school cadet numbers to 34 units and 10,300 cadets by 1970. Open community Sea Cadet Corps and Air Training Corps units had, meanwhile, slowly decreased to 55 units with 3,200 cadets. Centralised supervision was established by the Chief of Defence Force of all three Corps and a Commandant appointed with Regular Force Defence personnel, under the control of
4136-838: The Cadet movement had an important role to play in the Defence of the Empire . Subsequently, the Army began to provide uniforms, rifles and other equipment to the units. This Army support continued through World War I, with many school cadets making up the officers and non-commissioned officers of the First Expeditionary Force . In 1919 Compulsory Military Training was for all males from 14 – 21 years, thus Cadet units were structured into Cadet Battalions. Territorial regiments were raised and on completion of Secondary school schoolboys were posted to these Regiments. In 1932 CMT
4230-626: The Combined Cadet Forces reached a peak strength of 198 units, with 1000 officers and about 56,000 cadets. In 1962 the Air Training Corps celebrated its 21st anniversary. Celebrations were held around the country including a rugby game held at RNZAF Station Hobsonville in September and a team of cadets making an ultra-marathon relay run from Invercargill to Hobsonville , a distance of over 1,600km. By 1970 Sea Cadet and ATC units had decreased to 55 units with 3,200 cadets. In 1971
4324-627: The Grace of God, King of Canada and His other Realms and Territories, Head of the Commonwealth To ........ ......... hereby appointed an Officer in His Majesty's Canadian Armed Forces With Seniority of the .... day of ......... .... WE reposing especial Trust and Confidence in your Loyalty, Courage and Integrity do by these Presents Constitute and Appoint you to be an Officer in our Canadian Armed Forces. You are therefore carefully and diligently to discharge your Duty as such in
4418-589: The Grace of God, King of the Swedes , the Goths and the Wends , make known: that We by this open commission have by grace commissioned and appointed the [present rank] in the [name of service or regiment] [recipients name] that from [day] of [month] [year] be [new rank] in the [name of service or regiment]. This for the observance of all. Stockholm Palace on the [day] of [month] [year]. The following
4512-585: The Minister of Defence with Cadet Force commissions, effectively remaining civilian volunteers on an unpaid basis with authority to wear military uniform and rank. Women were first accepted into the ATC in 1978 as a result of the Human Rights Commission Act 1977. The first recorded Woman to hold a commission in the New Zealand Air Training Corps was on the 28th of July 1978. In 1990, No. 38 (Waimairi) Squadron of
4606-494: The NZ Cadet Forces celebrated 150 years as one of New Zealand 's oldest youth organisations. This saw most of their personnel hold the largest cadet exercise in 50 years, 'Cadet 150'. Held at Waiouru Army Camp , the exercise ran from January 24-30th and had cadets from every unit attending. In total around 1200 Personnel attended the event, with approximately 120 personnel being invited from allied cadet forces around
4700-411: The NZCF logo as a recognition patch, although these are only worn by personnel attached to Headquarters NZCF, or Cadet Force Training and Support Units (CFTSUs). All active Air Cadets are able to work towards being promoted. The size of each unit dictates the number of cadets at each rank that a unit is allowed. New Zealand Cadet Forces The New Zealand Cadet Forces ( Cadet Forces or NZCF )
4794-533: The NZCF mission. Operation Tauira also implemented deliberate future-proofing initiatives to reduce risk, particularly in health and safety, reputation and relationship management. Along with the changes the NZCF saw a complete the restructure of the Headquarters element. The new structure saw the NZCF adopt the NATO style continental staff system , with NZCF commissioned officers now taking a bigger role in running
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#17327935731614888-513: The NZCF was the first to appoint a female Cadet Unit Commander. During these changes, the focus of the NZCF changed from primarily military training and preparation for the Armed Forces to become predominantly based on adventure and youth development with a military flavour. The aim of this new thrust was to teach "good citizenship skills" to cadets. By 1985 the ATC had increased to 50 units. A resurgence of interest since 1989, attributed to
4982-691: The NZCF. More accessories are yet to be announced but warm weather equipment such as jerseys , wind breakers, and high visibility vests have been speculated by NZCF personnel. The supplier for the Cadet Working Dress was based in Fiji, and introduction of the uniform was delayed by the COVID-19 pandemic in Fiji . Roll out of the uniform commenced in July 2021, with more than 300 personnel receiving their uniform by 18 July. By 11 August every Squadron in
5076-607: The Office of Lord High Admiral of the United Kingdom. To ......... .......... hereby appointed a ............... in Her Majesty's Fleet. By Virtue of the Power of Authority to us given by Her Majesty's Letters Patent under the Great Seal, We do hereby constitute and appoint you a .......... in Her Majesty's Fleet. Charging and Commanding you in that rank or in any higher rank to which you may be promoted to observe and execute
5170-436: The Power and Authority to us given We do hereby constitute and appoint you Lieutenant of His Majesty's Ship the ..... willing and requiring you forthwith to go on board and take upon you the Charge and Command of Lieutenant in her accordingly. Strictly Charging and Commanding all the Officers and Company belonging to the said ship subordinate to you to behave themselves jointly and severally in their respective Employments with all
5264-768: The RAF at the age of 18 without needing to complete basic training. The first proposal for an Air Corps in New Zealand came in August 1940 from Lord Galway . Early the following year, a review of aircrew requirements found that there would be difficulty obtaining sufficient recruits by the end of 1942. Authority was given by War Cabinet in February 1941 to form an Air Cadet Training Corps, the name subsequently being standardised as Air Training Corps (ATC). ' Town ', ' School ' and ' Country ' units were set up in major cities, training young men between 16.5 and 18 years of age. The first squadron
5358-414: The RNZAF. By the end of the war, unit numbers had risen to 105 town units and 64 school units, but when the war ended in August 1945 unit and cadet numbers began to decline. The introduction of compulsory military training brought a period of crisis for the ATC. If the RNZAF could get sufficient recruits from conscripted trainees there would be little need for an ATC. Premises were in poor shape, equipment
5452-623: The Rank of .............. or in such other Rank as We may from time to time hereafter be pleased to promote or appoint you to, and you are in such manner and on such occasions as may be prescribed by us to exercise and well discipline both the Inferior Officers and Non-Commissioned Members serving under you and use your best endeavour to keep them in good Order and Discipline, and We do hereby Command them to Obey you as their Superior Officer, and you to observe and follow such Orders and Directions as from time to time you shall receive from Us, or any other your Superior Officer according to Law, in pursuance of
5546-442: The Respect and Obedience unto you their said Lieutenant; And you likewise to observe and execute as well the General printed Instructions as what Orders and Directions you shall from time to time receive from your Captain or any other your superior Officers for His Majesty's service. Hereof nor you nor any of you may fail as you will answer the contrary at your peril. And for so doing this shall be your Warrant. Given under our hands and
5640-402: The Rules and Discipline of War, in pursuance of the Trust hereby reposed in you. Given at Our Court, at Saint James's the .... day of ........ .... in the ..... Year of Our Reign BY HIS MAJESTYS COMMAND The commission would be signed by the King at the top left of the scroll (although a facsimile signature may be used) and countersigned at the bottom of the scroll by two senior members of
5734-409: The Seal of the Office Admiralty this ..... day of ....., ..... in the ..... Year of His Majesty's Reign. By Command of their Lordships Seniority .............. It was signed by two Lords Commissioners of the Admiralty and a Secretary, i.e. a quorum of the Board of Admiralty . Article II, section 3, of the U.S. Constitution provides that the President "shall Commission all the Officers of
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#17327935731615828-495: The Seal of the Office of Admiralty this .... day of ......... .... in the .... Year of Her Majesty's Reign. By Command With Seniority of .............. Similarly the following is the wording of a Lieutenant's Commission from 1800: By the Commissioners for executing the Office of the Lord High Admiral of Great Britain and Ireland &c and of all His Majesty's Plantations &c. To Lieut. ..... hereby appointed Lieutenant of His Majesty's Ship the....... By Virtue of
5922-610: The South Island had been equipped with Cadet Working Dress with squadrons in the North Island to follow shortly after. Subject to approval by the Commandant NZCF, Units are authorised to design and produce Unit Recognition Patches (URP) for their personnel to wear. For the ATC, authorised Unit Recognition Patches are square 80 mm x 80 mm patches fastened by Velcro to Cadet Working Dress. Unit Recognition Patches are commonly gifted to other units as signs of goodwill and friendship but they may only be worn by members belonging to that particular unit. The New Zealand Cadet Forces operate
6016-418: The Trust hereby Reposed in you. IN WITNESS Whereof our Governor General of Canada hath hereunto set her hand and Seal at Our Government House in the City of Ottawa this .... day of .......... in the Year of our Lord ................... and in the .... Year of Our Reign. By Command of Her Excellency the Governor General Canadian Commissioning Scripts, as they are properly called by NDHQ , are signed by
6110-455: The United States," including officers of the uniformed services as well as civilian officers. Commissions of officers in the armed services are issued in the name of the President , although authority to sign on the President's behalf is generally exercised by the secretary of the department in which the officer is being commissioned. This includes not only "commissioned officers" but also "commissioned warrant officers" ( warrant officers in
6204-422: The community and the Chief of Defence Force was authorised to "direct and supervise" the NZCF and provide military support which was initially confirmed as uniforms, training and some equipment at a cost of no greater than $ 400,000. The role of the NZCF ceased being primarily of military training and the preparation of young men for the Armed Forces and became predominantly adventure and development motivated with
6298-487: The contrary at your Peril. And for so doing so this shall be Your Commission. Officers in the Swedish Armed Forces have not received written commissions since 1982 when a new employment structure was instituted by law. They are nowadays hired on contracts, as in any other civil service position. Prior to 1982 all officers received written certificates of commission, each signed by the King of Sweden . The wording used prior to 1982 in translation would be; We N.N. By
6392-514: The country and converged in Wellington. Along the way money was collected and donated to CANTEEN-teenagers with cancer. In 2001 the ATC celebrated its Diamond Jubilee of 60 years in operation with special parades held in each area. By this time the ATC comprised 52 Squadrons spread from Kaitaia to Invercargill and approximately 2500 cadets. At the beginning of 2010, there were 103 Cadet Force units In New Zealand, and cadet numbers approximately 4500 with 360 cadet officers. Cadet 150 In 2014
6486-528: The country. Southern area held exercise Southern Falcon at the West Melton Aerodrome, just west of Christchurch. More than 100 cadet force personnel attended, from nine units across the country. Cadets had the opportunity to fly in an RNZAF C-130H as well as visits to aviation facilities around Christchurch. The event ended with a formal dinner at the Air Force Museum. Central area held exercise Silver Sparrowhawk at RNZAF Base Ohakea . The exercise had an attendance of over 150 personnel from nine units all over
6580-459: The four main centres and were controlled nationally by the Canterbury branch of the League. The Navy League continued to manage these open community Sea Cadet units even when they came under the control of the Royal New Zealand Navy . The Air Training Corps was formed in September 1941, Its purpose was to train potential airmen, providing basic knowledge and training as well as to provide an insight into Air Force work to prepare young men for
6674-415: The general committee. Branches convene for annual general meetings shortly after the end of each financial year to elect new position holders and decide strategy for the next year. These meetings are often held at the relevant cadet unit's headquarters or the nearest Royal New Zealand Returned and Services' Association (RSA). Special meetings normally occur on a monthly basis or whenever needed depending on
6768-696: The government decided to disband the ATC. This caused a public outcry, with support for the ATC coming from such organisations as the Returned Services Association, Brevet Clubs and the Air Force Association, forcing the Government to reconsider its decision. Instead, from 1972 the ATC was separated from the RNZAF and came under the umbrella of the newly formed NZCF, along with the Sea Cadets and New Zealand Cadet Corps, as
6862-670: The increase of military aircraft technology and the decrease of war-time resources, the Royal Air Force (RAF) struggled to find sufficient numbers of suitable recruits. To overcome this problem, the Air League of the British Empire launched its Air Defence Cadet Corps in 1938, replaced by the Air Training Corps in February 1941. It ran in schools with the aim to train boys aged 16–17.5 so they could enter
6956-472: The lower North Island and functioned as both a celebration and as a friendly competition between central area ATC Squadrons. Activities included flights on RNZAF NH-90 helicopters, a Pōwhiri welcoming the ATC on to the RNZAF Tūrangawaewae . Cadets also participated in a "Village Green", which included a tug of war, fitness tests, observation exercises, and rogaining . No. 10 (Palmerston North) Squadron
7050-432: The more specific terms commissioning parchment or commissioning scroll are often used to specify the commissioning document. However the document is not usually in the form of a scroll and is more often printed on paper instead of parchment . In Canada, there is a differentiation in terminology according to rank; officers are accorded commissioning scripts . Here is an example from Canada: CHARLES THE THIRD, by
7144-456: The morning. General Training Programme As well as their chosen elective, attending personnel also participated in the following activities: 2014 - Operation Tauira 2014 saw the implementation of Operation Tauira, a four-year, complete overhaul of the NZCF to better align the organisation with legislation and volunteer organisation best practice, improving the linkages with the NZDF recruiting objectives and to better enable achievement of
7238-521: The movies such as Top Gun and Iron Eagle , saw unit numbers expand to around 100 units, many in areas that did not previously have cadet units. In 1991 the ATC celebrated its Golden Jubilee . To celebrate and raise its public profile, cadets from every unit in New Zealand participated in a run that started at either end of the country and converged in Wellington. Along the way money was collected and donated to CANTEEN-teenagers with cancer. In 2001
7332-537: The number and name of the squadron they parade with. Commissioned Officers, Officer Cadets, National, and Area Warrant Officers do not wear brassards. The Air Training Corps follows the Royal New Zealand Air Force (RNZAF) with regard to uniform standards and clothing items. All mandatory clothing is issued by the RNZAF. Before December 2020, each unit was graded on the number of personnel who attended parade nights, and based on this grade, received an annual allowance for cadets' uniforms. Since December 2020, new uniform
7426-631: The open community units. A significant development saw the introduction of Cadet Corps Units into the open community to satisfy the demand which the schools had abandoned, the first open Cadet Unit being the City of Porirua unit in October 1985. In 1991 the ATC celebrated its Golden Jubilee , 50 years since it was formed. To celebrate and raise its public profile a relay run was organised in which cadets from every unit in NZ participated. It started at either end of
7520-485: The operational tempo of the squadron. Each year the ATCANZ National Council holds an Annual General Meeting. A representative from every ATCANZ branch is invited to attend so the location is chosen to be most convenient for travel. In recent years this has been at RNZAF Base Ohakea . The purpose of this meeting is to facilitate the meeting of every unit's ATCANZ branch and allow them to coordinate on
7614-422: The organisation at the national and area levels. This change saw the appointment of the first ever senior NZCF officer at the rank of a Wing Commander who has control over the day to day Cadet Force volunteers, and their operational running of the organisation in consultation with the Commandant NZCF 2017 - Battle of Passchendaele, Youth Ambassadors On 11 August 2016 the Ministry for Veteran's Affairs announced
7708-505: The patriotism, valor, fidelity and abilities of .................., I do appoint ["him" or "her"] a ["Second Lieutenant" or "Ensign"] in the [name of service] to rank as such from the .... day of ........ ...... This Officer will therefore carefully and diligently discharge the duties of the office to which appointed by doing and performing all manner of things thereunto belonging. And I do strictly charge and require those Officers and other personnel of lesser rank to render such obedience as
7802-511: The said Ship or Establishment subordinate to you to conduct themselves jointly and severally in their respective employments with all due Respect and Obedience unto you, and you likewise to observe and execute the Queen's Regulations and Orders for the Royal Canadian Navy and such Orders and Instructions as you shall from time to time receive from Naval Headquarters or from your Superior Officers. Hereof nor you nor any of you may fail as you will answer
7896-637: The training followed that used in the British public schools . The emphasis was on rigid discipline and shooting marksmanship and it was entirely controlled by the Headmaster; the Army was not involved. The Education Act of 1902 was responsible for most secondary schools forming cadet units and the Army became directly involved in the Cadets training following their Boer War participation. In 1911, Lord Kitchener stated, during his visit to New Zealand, that
7990-557: The unit undertook, and a forecast of events happening in the upcoming month. This CadetNet update reduced the role the adjutant plays to double checking the results are correct and signing off on them. Full release In late 2018 and early 2019 the first organisation wide release occurred with all personnel of all rank being required to supply (in addition to what is required upon enrolment) an email and two separate next of kin who must have basic contact details (Contact number, email, address). Commission (document) A commission
8084-435: The world, including: Upon arrival all cadets were separated in to 25 different teams sorted Alpha – Yankee . These Platoons represented the group cadets would belong to for the week long activity and dictated when cadets would be eating and their accommodation and was relevant to the elective that the attending cadet had chosen. Before arriving, personnel were able to nominate an elective to participate in, which determined
8178-513: Was No 1 SQN in Wellington and No 2 SQN in Petone, both formed at the same time. With New Zealand considered to be at risk from Japanese invasion and the British not in a position to help, the ATC's purpose was to prepare potential airmen to join the RNZAF when they came of age by training them in basic airmanship and providing an insight into Air Force work. The ATC peaked during World War II at approximately 9200 cadets, and provided 3500 recruits to
8272-539: Was abolished, but most Cadet Units continued at the schools on a voluntary basis, supported by teachers who had experienced World War I. During World War II the Army could not support the cadet movement but Officers ineligible for war service continued to manage the organisation. In 1929 the first open Sea Cadet Corps was formed in Christchurch , by the Canterbury Navy League . Units formed in
8366-665: Was awarded the winning trophy for the event. Northern area units celebrated the anniversary with a combined parade with all seven of the Auckland ATC Squadrons. This event combined with the 76th anniversary of the Battle of Britain saw more than 320 cadets parade for the Chief of the Air Force, Air Vice Marshall Tony Davies, at the Auckland War Memorial Museum . 2021 saw the ATC celebrate
8460-535: Was formed as a result of the Defence Act 1990. This is the secondary support body of the New Zealand Air Training Corps, behind only Headquarters New Zealand Cadet Forces . The association has a branch in every ATC squadron, made up of up to eight members of that unit. These members are usually parents of cadets belonging to that squadron, however other persons involved in the unit are also able to serve as committee members. The method of selecting committee members
8554-399: Was introduced by units, which were desired by them and the community supporters. The loss of Government financial support and turbulent social change in the 1970s caused school units to be abandoned such that by 1985 there were only 9 remaining units, including the two earliest formed at Christ's and Nelson Colleges. Meanwhile, the Sea Cadet Corps had increased to 17 units and the ATC to 50 in
8648-502: Was released named " CadetNet ". Developed by the S6 – Communications and Information Systems branch of Headquarters, and managed by project leader SQNLDR S. Hobbs, NZCF. This early role out to officers and a limited number of units included basic functionality such as a repository of manuals and information relevant to the routine operation and training of NZCF personnel. Over the course of the year more systems were rolled out unit by unit, such as
8742-521: Was short, and there was a serious shortage of instructors. It was decided that the ATC lacked good officers, and that the regular force provided insufficient assistance. Steps were taken to improve the ATC by reducing the lower age limit to 15 years, closing some smaller units and holding a refresher course for instructors. Compulsory military training was abolished in 1958 and replaced by a ballot system of conscripted service for randomly selected 20-year-old males, which operated between 1960 and 1970. By 1964
8836-409: Was to adopt the uniform first to free up remaining disruptive pattern material for the New Zealand Cadet Corps . The style of the new uniform was modeled on the RNZAF's General Purpose Uniform but was not made of fire-retardant fabric as cadets' risk of fire was lower. These modifications and bulk ordering made the uniform affordable to the organisation. The Sea Cadet retained the darker blue colour of
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