Air League Diversionary Flying Scheme

Air League Diversionary Flying Scheme [ALDFS]

This scheme has been set up to enable a unique and empowering opportunity to young people who never thought it was possible for them to achieve.

The scheme started with 20 young people being selected to undergo a personal development, team building and selection course. Of these, 3 were selected for a gliding scholarship and they were trained to solo standard. All are being steered towards membership of the Air Training Corps. Two things emerged. First, all the candidates stuck through to the end to get the certificate that recorded their achievement and their familiarity with flying.

Secondly, it highlighted again our view that flying is a great leveller – it is not elitist, it requires a combination of dexterity, application, a bit of mental organisation and a bit of cunning.

Now, in a direct partnership with the Air Training Corps, this year will see 3 courses of 20 starting the process at RAF Syerston using the Volunteer Gliding Squadron system.

ALDFS is run in partnership with the Air Cadet Organisation and NACRO.