What is STEM
Science, Technology, Engineering and Manufacturing is used to describe the topics that are interconnected and crucial for innovation and problem-solving.
It emphasises hands-on and problem based learning to develop skills used not only in technical fields but across the spectrum of employment.
STEM
In the Air Cadets, STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics) isn’t something you just learn — it’s something you do.
Ever wondered how a jet engine produces thrust? How satellites stay in orbit? How drones navigate? Or how cyber experts protect critical systems? As an Air Cadet, you don’t just read about it — you explore it hands-on.
From building and flying model aircraft to experimenting with flight simulators, coding challenges, radio communications, rocketry projects, and aerospace engineering principles, STEM comes alive in ways school lessons simply can’t match.
Skills
Aviation & Aerodynamics – Understand how aircraft fly and experience it first-hand.
Space & Technology – Discover satellites, space exploration, and emerging tech.
Cyber & Coding – Develop digital skills that are in demand worldwide.
Engineering Challenges – Problem-solve, design, build, and test.
STEM in the Air Cadets isn’t about sitting still. It’s about launching ideas, pushing limits, and discovering what you’re capable of. Whether you dream of becoming a pilot, engineer, cybersecurity specialist — or simply want to try something new and exciting — the Air Cadets give you the runway to take off.