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| The '''Hong Kong Air Cadet Corps''' (] 香港航空青年團) is a voluntary uniformed group (although people working at headquarters get paid)<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.aircadets.org.hk/news/english/Msg07-326.pdf|title=HONG KONG AIR CADET CORPS INTERNAL STAFF RECRUITMENT|publisher=Hong Kong Air Cadet Corps|accessdate=2007-12-06}} {{Dead link|date=October 2010|bot=H3llBot}}</ref> subsidised by the ] of the ] and is registered under the Societies Ordinance as a non-profit making charitable organisation. Created in 1971 with ties to the ]' ]. | |||
| It is an aviation-orientated, disciplined youth organisation, which aims to provide its members with initial aviation education, to develop their leadership capabilities and to promote their social awareness through community service. It is also an organization supported by ] and ] for aviation training.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.aircadets.org.hk/aaep_e.html|title=HKACC Aviation Training|publisher=Hong Kong Air Cadet Corps|accessdate=2007-11-22}}</ref> | |||
| ]Apart from training in ] knowledge, the HKACC also organises outdoor activities such as parachuting, rifle drill, familiarization visits, hiking, night journeys, field training camp, and even a flag days. In the summer, canoe courses and other aquatic activities are organised. In addition members of the Corps are obliged to take part in community service. | |||
| '''Hong Kong Air Cadet Corps''' ''(www.aircadets.org.hk)''is a uniformed group under the policy aegis of the '''Home Affairs Bureau'''. A registered charitable body and a member organization of the '''Hong Kong Community Chest,''' we offer quality aviation education programmes to prepare young people for possible future service in the local Aviation Industry, thereby contributing to the economic well-being of Hong Kong. With strong support from the Aviation Industry, the community at large, and our strategic partner, the Hong Kong Aviation Club, we are currently providing our 3,263 cadets and 1,588 adult members: | |||
| They are divided into 4 wings, Hong Kong Island, New Territories, Kowloon, and No 6 Wings. Those wings are further divided into squadrons. Each squadron consists of a minimum of 35 cadets. | |||
| (a) Up to 110 twenty-minute helicopter air experience flights for members each month in advanced modern helicopters such as Eurocopter EC120B and Robinson R44, flown by our squadron of volunteer pilots (Operations Falcon, Flying Eagle, Pegasus, Phoenix and Fennington); | |||
| (b) Three full Private Pilot License scholarships with training conducted at Tayside Aviation, Scotland, jointly with the '''Guild of Air Pilots and Air Navigators (GAPAN);''' | |||
| (c) Six 10-hour fixed wing flying scholarships jointly with the '''Cathay Pacific Airways''' and '''Community College of City University;''' | |||
| (d) Two 10-hour helicopter flying scholarships (jointly offered with the '''Becker Helicopters Flight Training School, Australia''' and '''the Cathay Pacific Airways'''); | |||
| (e) Seven glider aviator scholarships up to solo standards offered in collaboration with the '''Auckland Gliding Club''' (Operation Swift) and the '''United Kingdom Air Cadet Organization'''; | |||
| (f) Annual Private Pilot License (Aeroplane) Ground School programme for 80 members jointly offered by the '''Cathay Pacific Airways''' and '''Community College of City University''' (Advanced Aviation Education Programme - AAEP); | |||
| (g) Annual Private Pilot License (Helicopter) Ground School programme for 50 members organized jointly by the '''Cathay Pacific Airways''' and the '''Becker Helicopter Flight Training School''', Australia (Advanced Aviation Education Programme AAEP(H); | |||
| (h) The '''Dragonair Aviation Certificate Programme''' for 16 members (jointly organized with the '''Hong Kong Dragon Airlines'''); | |||
| (i) Aeromodelling Training Programme for 120 members conducted at our HQ Technical Workshop and the Tseung Kwan O Aeromodelling Base; and | |||
| (j) Powered Parachuting experience for 120 members conducted in Mainland China. | |||
| HKACC has been nurturing manpower resources for the local aviation industry since 1971. Throughout the years, by offering quality aviation education programmes and activities supported by the local aviation industry, we are a stepping stone for young people who pursue aviation either as a career or as a hobby. Air Cadets in the 1980 are now Captains and First Officers of wide bodied jets of local airlines, as well as Senior Pilots of the Government Flying Service (GFS). A full one third of the GFS aircrews are present and former air cadets. | |||
| Most newly joined adult members undergo a syllabus accredited by the '''UK Institute of Leadership and Management (ILM)''' to equip them with the necessary skills and knowledge for fulfilling their supervisory role at unit level. Through accumulating the requisite service experience and completing certain written assignment projects, the opportunity is there for adult volunteers to gain vocational qualifications offered by the '''City and Guilds, UK.''' | |||
| In addition to Aviation Education, the HKACC also organizes non-formal education programmes such as adventure, citizenship and disciplined training. Our smart looking and highly disciplined honour guards were tasked by the HKSAR Government to be the first to greet Major General YANG Liwei, China first astronaut, in 2003 and the National Olympic Team Gold Medallists at the Government House in 2004. Our progressive leadership training programme breeds young people with a strong sense of commitment to Hong Kong and the Motherland. An example of the kind of patriotic civic events at which HKACC frequently assumes a pivotal role is the May Fourth Youth Parade, held every year since 2005 to commemorate the historically significant youth movement which took place in Beijing in the year 1919. | |||
| As an Agency Member of the '''Hong Kong Rifle Association''' owning five sports rifles, we provide regular firearms and marksmanship training to members, and by so doing we hope to improve the hand-eye coordination of our members to better prepare them for possible future service in the Aviation Industry. | |||
| The multi-faceted programmes of the Corps were planned, coordinated and carried out by 1,588 adult volunteers from all walks of life, many of them professionals such as pilots, aircraft engineers, air traffic controllers, business executives, doctors, disciplined force officers, lawyers and nurses, whilst day to day operations are driven by a small but dedicated cadre of five full-time and one part-time headquarters staff. | |||
| ==Vision== | |||
| HKACC seeks to sustain and enhance its excellence as the premier aeronautical minded youth organization to serve the Hong Kong community. | |||
| ==Mission== | |||
| HKACC is committed to serving the Hong Kong community by constantly endeavouring to - | |||
| (a) Develop the qualities of leadership, self-reliance and initiative; | |||
| (b) Develop character, good citizenship and a love for home country; | |||
| (c) Develop an interest in aviation in general; and | |||
| (d) Encourage members to have an active interest in aviation throughout their life. | |||
| ==Value== | |||
| Largely by voluntary efforts, HKACC is committed to upholding the following values | |||
| as its guiding spirit | |||
| '''''Honesty, Justice, Tolerance, Discipline, Initiative and Loyalty''''' | |||
| ==Organisation== | ==Organisation== | ||
| The Commanding Officer of the Hong Kong Air Cadet Corps is |
The Commanding Officer of the Hong Kong Air Cadet Corps is Group Captain LEE Kwok Wing. As HKACC Chief Executive Officer, the Commanding Officer is responsible to the Executive Board for the Corps day to day operations. | ||
| The |
The Commanding Officer Office co-ordinates a number of specialist functions at headquarters level, namely administration of the Honorary Officers Scheme; legal affairs; vocational qualifications; and liaison with the British and Canadian Air Cadet Organizations. | ||
| The '''Administration & Support Group''' discharges the administrative and support functions necessary for the daily running of the Corps. Its portfolio encompasses the routine administrative function of capital project, personnel, financial and properties management; organization of adventure activities; information technology; interface with government policy bureaux and funding agencies; public affairs; logistics and supplies; and medical support. | The '''Administration & Support Group''' discharges the administrative and support functions necessary for the daily running of the Corps. Its portfolio encompasses the routine administrative function of capital project, personnel, financial and properties management; organization of adventure activities; information technology; interface with government policy bureaux and funding agencies; public affairs; logistics and supplies; and medical support. | ||
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| The '''Training Group''' establishes the training standards and syllabus within the Corps. Such standards are constantly updated in light of community needs and technical advancements. The Training Group also runs advanced and specialist courses such as aviation education progammes; adult training; cadet non-commissioned officer training; and skills training. | The '''Training Group''' establishes the training standards and syllabus within the Corps. Such standards are constantly updated in light of community needs and technical advancements. The Training Group also runs advanced and specialist courses such as aviation education progammes; adult training; cadet non-commissioned officer training; and skills training. | ||
| The '''Flying Squadron''' organises air experience activities for the Corps. It also oversees flight operations and flight safety according to Civil Aviation standards. | The '''Flying Squadron''' organises air experience activities for the Corps. It also oversees flight operations and flight safety according to Civil Aviation standards. | ||
| ==Enrollment Qualification for Cadet Members== | |||
| To be eligible for enrollment as a '''Cadet Member''', a candidate should: | |||
| (a) have attained his/her 11th but not his/her 20th birthday; | |||
| (b) be willing to undertake disciplinary training; | |||
| (c) be of good moral character; | |||
| (d) have a reasonable knowledge of the Chinese and the English languages; | |||
| (e) be able to pay the annual membership fee and other expenses in the Corps; | |||
| (f) have his/her parents’ or guardians’ consent; and | |||
| (g) not belong to another cadet organization. | |||
| == Advanced Aviation Education Programme (AAEP)Scholarship == | == Advanced Aviation Education Programme (AAEP)Scholarship == | ||
| The AAEP was first introduced in 1997 and available only to members of HKACC and other uniformed youth organisations. In 2000, AAEP opened its door to the general public and it was in that year that |
The AAEP was first introduced in 1997 and available only to members of HKACC and other uniformed youth organisations. In 2000, AAEP opened its door to the general public and it was in that year that Cathay Pacific Airways became the co-organiser of the Programme. This year the Community College of City University also joined us as our third co-organiser. The Programme aims to provide the participants with the ground training necessary to take the Australian Civil Aviation Safety Authority (CASA)General Flying Practical Test (GFPT). | ||
| Participants who passed all assessments will be awarded with a '''Certificate of Achievement''' issued by HKACC. AAEP graduates can apply for credit exemption when applying for the '''Associate Degree of Science in Airport Operations and Aviation Logistics (AScAOAL)''' offered by the '''Community College of City University'''. HKACC cadets who have passed the Programme will be deemed to have passed all Aviation Education (AE) subjects as required for the achievement of the Senior Cadet and Staff Cadet classifications. | Participants who passed all assessments will be awarded with a '''Certificate of Achievement''' issued by HKACC. AAEP graduates can apply for credit exemption when applying for the '''Associate Degree of Science in Airport Operations and Aviation Logistics (AScAOAL)''' offered by the '''Community College of City University'''. HKACC cadets who have passed the Programme will be deemed to have passed all Aviation Education (AE) subjects as required for the achievement of the Senior Cadet and Staff Cadet classifications. | ||
| Participants must complete the following 8 compulsory subjects divided into two modules which comprise of a total of 20 sessions: | |||
| '''Technical modules''' | '''Technical modules''' | ||
| *Aerodynamics (ADY) | *Aerodynamics (ADY) | ||
| *Aircraft |
*Aircraft general Knowledge (AGK) | ||
| *Operation, |
*Operation, performance and planning (PERF) | ||
| *Flight |
*Flight rules & air laws in Australia (LAW) | ||
| '''Navigation Modules''' | '''Navigation Modules''' | ||
| *Navigation (NAV) | *Navigation (NAV) | ||
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| '''Practical module''' | '''Practical module''' | ||
| *Flight Simulation Training*(FST) conducted by instructors of the New Zealand (HK) Flight Training Academy | *Flight Simulation Training*(FST) conducted by instructors of the New Zealand (HK) Flight Training Academy | ||
| ==Fleet== | ==Fleet== | ||
| Helicpoters used for flight experience in HONG KONG include: | |||
| * Robinson R44 | * Robinson R44 | ||
| * Eurocopter |
* Eurocopter EC120 | ||
| Glider training is provided by UK ATC and private flying clubs in Canada / New Zealand. | |||
| ==References== | |||
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| ==External links== | ==External links== | ||
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 Hong Kong Air Cadet Corps Emblem | |
| Formation | 7 April 1971 |
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| Type | Aviation |
| Headquarters | Old Hong Kong International (Kai Tak) Airport |
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| Membership | 3263 cadets (youth) with 1588 adult members |
| Official language | Cantonese, English |
| Website | www.aircadets.org.hk |
The Hong Kong Air Cadet Corps (Chinese: 香港航空青年團) is a voluntary uniformed group (although people working at headquarters get paid) subsidised by the Home Affairs Bureau of the Hong Kong government and is registered under the Societies Ordinance as a non-profit making charitable organisation. Created in 1971 with ties to the British Armed Forces' Combined Cadet Force. It is an aviation-orientated, disciplined youth organisation, which aims to provide its members with initial aviation education, to develop their leadership capabilities and to promote their social awareness through community service. It is also an organization supported by Cathay Pacific Airways and Dragon Air for aviation training.
Apart from training in aviation knowledge, the HKACC also organises outdoor activities such as parachuting, rifle drill, familiarization visits, hiking, night journeys, field training camp, and even a flag days. In the summer, canoe courses and other aquatic activities are organised. In addition members of the Corps are obliged to take part in community service.
They are divided into 4 wings, Hong Kong Island, New Territories, Kowloon, and No 6 Wings. Those wings are further divided into squadrons. Each squadron consists of a minimum of 35 cadets.
Organisation
The Commanding Officer of the Hong Kong Air Cadet Corps is Group Captain LEE Kwok Wing. As HKACC Chief Executive Officer, the Commanding Officer is responsible to the Executive Board for the Corps day to day operations.
The Commanding Officer Office co-ordinates a number of specialist functions at headquarters level, namely administration of the Honorary Officers Scheme; legal affairs; vocational qualifications; and liaison with the British and Canadian Air Cadet Organizations.
The Administration & Support Group discharges the administrative and support functions necessary for the daily running of the Corps. Its portfolio encompasses the routine administrative function of capital project, personnel, financial and properties management; organization of adventure activities; information technology; interface with government policy bureaux and funding agencies; public affairs; logistics and supplies; and medical support.
The missions of the Institutional Advancement Group include liaison with the Central Government, government departments, mainland organizations, parents and other uniformed groups; international and mainland exchanges; and special developmental projects.
The Operations Group is in direct command of the five operational wings, and is responsible for organizing and coordinating the activities of cadet and university squadrons. The Operations Group sees to that the functioning of its subordinate units are in line with the training objectives set out by the Headquarters, and that the Corps community services commitments are satisfactorily fulfilled.
The Training Group establishes the training standards and syllabus within the Corps. Such standards are constantly updated in light of community needs and technical advancements. The Training Group also runs advanced and specialist courses such as aviation education progammes; adult training; cadet non-commissioned officer training; and skills training.
The Flying Squadron organises air experience activities for the Corps. It also oversees flight operations and flight safety according to Civil Aviation standards.
Advanced Aviation Education Programme (AAEP)Scholarship
The AAEP was first introduced in 1997 and available only to members of HKACC and other uniformed youth organisations. In 2000, AAEP opened its door to the general public and it was in that year that Cathay Pacific Airways became the co-organiser of the Programme. This year the Community College of City University also joined us as our third co-organiser. The Programme aims to provide the participants with the ground training necessary to take the Australian Civil Aviation Safety Authority (CASA)General Flying Practical Test (GFPT).
Participants who passed all assessments will be awarded with a Certificate of Achievement issued by HKACC. AAEP graduates can apply for credit exemption when applying for the Associate Degree of Science in Airport Operations and Aviation Logistics (AScAOAL) offered by the Community College of City University. HKACC cadets who have passed the Programme will be deemed to have passed all Aviation Education (AE) subjects as required for the achievement of the Senior Cadet and Staff Cadet classifications.
Participants must complete the following 8 compulsory subjects divided into two modules which comprise of a total of 20 sessions:
Technical modules
- Aerodynamics (ADY)
- Aircraft general Knowledge (AGK)
- Operation, performance and planning (PERF)
- Flight rules & air laws in Australia (LAW)
Navigation Modules
- Navigation (NAV)
- Meteorology (MET)
- Radio Communication (RT)
- Human Performance and Limitation (HPL)
Practical module
- Flight Simulation Training*(FST) conducted by instructors of the New Zealand (HK) Flight Training Academy
Fleet
Helicpoters used for flight experience in HONG KONG include:
- Robinson R44
- Eurocopter EC120
Glider training is provided by UK ATC and private flying clubs in Canada / New Zealand.
References
- "HONG KONG AIR CADET CORPS INTERNAL STAFF RECRUITMENT" (PDF). Hong Kong Air Cadet Corps. Retrieved 2007-12-06.
- "HKACC Aviation Training". Hong Kong Air Cadet Corps. Retrieved 2007-11-22.
External links
| Hong Kong Home Affairs Bureau uniformed non-governmental organisations | |
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