Structure of the ATC

The ATC is geographically organised into six Regions, which are further subdivided into thirty-six Wings. 70 (Croft & Cultheth) Sqn is within the East Cheshire & South Manchester Wing.

Squadrons are commanded by a commissioned officer within the Training Branch of the Royal Air Force Volunteer Reserve (RAFVR(T)). The remainder of the squadron staff consist of Officers, Warrant Officers, Senior Non Commissioned Officers of the ATC and Civilian Instructors.

Each Squadron also has a civilian committee, often made up of leading members of the local community and/or people who have an active interest of the Squadron, all of whom are dedicated to supporting the squadron and helping with fundraising activities.

Having said that the Squadrons are run by the adult staff, it must not be forgotten that Cadet Non Commissioned Officers (NCO's), Corporal, Sergeant, Flight Sergeant and Cadet Warrant Officers, are also expected to actively assist the staff and contribute to the smooth running of their units. Cadet NCO's will often command the Flights into which the Squadron is divided.