Welcome to the Air Scout pages on ScoutBase UK
Air Scouts
What is Air Scouting?
A short description of the Air Scout Section, together with information on how to join the Section.
History of Air Scouts
In the 1930's Scout Troops near to airfields and gliding clubs started to include air activities in their programmes and an 'Air Patrols' pamphlet was produced by HQ's. The Air Scout Branch came into being in January 1941, during the Second World War and provided for air-minded youngsters too young for the ATC where the minimum age was 16 at the time. Find out more about how Air Scouts has developed over the years.
National News and Support
The latest newsletter from the National Commissioner for Scouts and her Support Team. You can also find the contact details for the Scout Office at Gilwell Park.
Balanced Programme
The fundamentals of the balanced programme offered are the same for all Scouts. Air Scouts simply take a more aeronautical emphasis in many aspects of the programme.
Badges and Awards
Air Scouts may achieve the same awards as other Scouts. The challenge awards can be adapted to achieve a more aeronautical bias to enable Air Scouts to build on the skills training they receive.
Royal Air Force recognition
Some Air Scout Groups apply for RAF recognition. This entails an annual inspection on all aspects of the programme, the achievement of required aeronautical skills standards and a review of aviation traditions. Groups who qualify can wear the RAF Recognition badge, may attend ATC activities and camp on RAF airfields.
International Air Scouts
Air Scouting is supported in some European countries and across the globe. At a recent European Air Scout Seminar there were over 25 countries represented, all having a commitment to the balanced programme but with added emphasis on aeronautical skills training. In particular there are a large number of active Air Scout groups in the Mediterranean , Asian and South American countries.
