No. 6 (North Shore) Squadron
Air Training Corps
RECRUITING NOW OPEN FOR 2026
Registrations are now open for Basic 1 Flight 2026. If you would like to register interest for 2026, send us an email at 6sqn@cadetforces.org.nz. Our recruitment age is 13-15 years old by March 2026, or starting year 9 in 2026. If you, or anyone you know, fits this criteria and enjoys aviation, the outdoors, or simply wants to be part of a great team, then please subscribe below​​
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Term 1 2026
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Basic 2 & Prof Summer Tramp – 14-15 February (Basic 2 & Prof Cadets)
This is our first tramp of the year, open to all Basic 2 & Prof Cadets. There will be a brief on this tramp the first night back, however you can sign up in CadetNet now.
Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo - 17 / 19 February plus training on 12 February (Basic 2, Prof, NCOs only)
Auckland Cadet units have been asked to help marshal at the upcoming Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo in February. This is an amazing, once in a lifetime opportunity. Information sheet is attached. 6 Squadron has been asked to help with two of the evenings, you can sign up for either, or both in CadetNet. Selections will be made at the start of February, and no late applications will be considered.
Basic 1 Building Camp – 13-15 March (New Recruits/Basic 1 only)
This is a compulsory camp for all first year cadets and is the decision point for joining 6 Squadron. Details on the camp, and the requirements will be provided in the next few parade nights. Proficiency flight, opportunities to help as catering will be available to you
Squadron Bushcraft Camp – 28-29 March (Whole Unit)
This is the first whole unit camp and is the chance for cadets to put in practice skills learned during Term 1. More information will be available later in the term.
Shooting Days (Basic 2, Prof & NCO’s only)
28 February
21 March
Gliding Days
1 March (Basic 2, Prof & NCO’s only)
22 March (whole unit)