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Castelgar Cadets glide into the sky

The cadets went flying in the Air Cadet League of BC’s Schweizer2-33A glider and Cessna 182 tow plane
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Officer Cadet Andrew Stoney and Keenan Johnson. Photo submitted

On Saturday, May 12th, the cadets from 581 Castlegar Squadron, Royal Canadian Air Cadets experienced the thrill of silent flight when they went gliding at the Trail Regional Airport. The cadets went flying in the Air Cadet League of BC’s Schweizer 2-33A glider and Cessna 182 tow plane.

Each cadet had the opportunity to fly in both aircraft. During the flight, the cadets where given an introduction to the controls and instruments of the aircraft. As well the cadets were involved in all aspects of the ground operation.

To see a video of what the cadet’s experience, go to

https://www.facebook.com/561NelsonOspreyAirCadets/videos/1973440042728770/

Aviation experience is one of the unique activities of the Air Cadet Program. During the year, the cadets have several chances to experience flight. The cadets can also work towards their pilot’s licence in the cadet program. Every summer, approximately 30 cadets in BC earn their Private Pilot Licence, and another 40 earn their Glider Pilot Licence.

Castlegar Air Cadets meet at 6:30 pm every Tuesday at the Castlegar Cadet Hall at 216 8th Ave.

The squadron always welcomes new cadets who are between the ages of 12 and 18.

Adults who would like to volunteer with squadron are also welcome.

The Cadet Program is open to all Canadian youth from the ages of 12 to 18 regardless of income, race, religion, culture or other socio-economic factors. The program embraces Canada’s multiculturalism and offers young Canadians opportunities to interact with youth from other cultures.

Cadets is the largest youth organization operated by the Government of Canada

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Castlegar Air Cadets at Trail airport. Photo submitted