The headquarters of the South African Air cadet corps is responsible for all the admin and day-to-day activities of the corps.
This is where it all starts, it is the engine of the corps. No issue is too small to ask HQ for advice. Headquarters share their motto with the air cadet corps which is "Docemus Casus" meaning We Teach Adventure.
Used to train future officers and instructors. It's our officer factory!
The word Lorem is Latin, meaning "to launch", which is exactly what this unit does for the air cadets' future officers. Situated in Potchefstroom and recruiting officers from the large student community, this unit (as it's used to train officers and not exclusively cadets, it is not a squadron) also trains all officers in the corps. If you are not in Potchefstroom, we provide training in your own town through online sessions, and then travel to you to give the physical training. The motto of the Lorem is "Mag in Kennis", meaning Knowledge Gives You Power.
The air cadet squadron in Potchefstroom
This Squadron was formed in Potchefstroom during 2021, and is currently recruiting officers and cadets. Their motto "Prima" is Latin, meaning First.
This squadron is situated in Reddersburg.
2 Squadron is situated in Reddersburg in the Free State. They are staffed by members of the local community. Their cadets are from the local children's home. These cheetahs live by the motto "Curamus", meaning We Care.
The squadron in the bush veld.
This squadron is situated in Phalaborwa, it's our most northerly squadron. This squadron is making its footprint in the bush, just like the elephants from the area. This is why the elephant tusk from the town's entrance, and the area's famous palm tree form this squadron badge. The motto shows the squadrons' deep connection to the town, Phalaborwa!
The second squadron in Potchefstroom
4 Squadron was the physical home of the Lorem until the Lorem went fully virtual. Situated at a children's home this squadron has its roots in the first unit the air cadets ever established. The motto of 4 Squadron is "Incrementum" meaning growth by increments.
This squadron is from the south of Johannesburg.
As the latest addition to our list of squadrons, 5 Squadron is eager to make its mark and they are doing so at the speed of sound. Their motto "Aviation , Adventus, Actio" says it all! Aviation, Adventure and Action!