I was unable to obtain detailed information about the Swedish Air Cadets. What I was able to find is that they are sponsored by the Air Force Association of Sweden, and are listed as part of the Swedish Air Force. However, they are deemed a volunteer/charity organization and receive support from both the government and private donations.
Continuing, there are
overseas camps and there's the
International Air Cadet Exchange. Based on what Kuname stated, he is in a Swedish overseas camp in the UK. Cadets do fly, and although "piloting" is never specifically indicated in any of the information I read, there is one bit of information that states solo-flight (which obviously cannot be done without a cadet piloting the craft). Based on this, I think the information is specifically presented as "flying" to allow the organization's staff the choice as to whether piloting/co-piloting is provided. I.e., they only guarantee cadets will be being given the opportunity to sit in a plane while it is being piloted.
Also, yes there are many different training planes in existence, designed specifically to allow students an opportunity to fly alongside an instructor. Here are two used by the
Air Training Corps (UK):
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Grob_Tutor
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Scottish_Aviation_Bulldog
My only problem with the information Kuname provided, is that he stated he is 13, and that he has been in the program for 3 years, which would make him 10 years old when he entered the cadet school. The listed minimum age for the Swedish Air Cadets is 12 years old
(it is possible I obtained incorrect information). Also that he has piloted, but from what I read in various cadet forums, that generally doesn't happen until about age 16
(before which it is merely observing, as a passenger in the co-pilot's seat).
I'm wondering, Kuname, if you could provide some information on the Swedish Air Cadets. Links if possible. Stated, this is an interesting subject and I would like to learn more on it.
johannmaximus, air cadet school is a consideration. Let's explore this option here together, see what we can learn on your options. How old are you again?
