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What does FTU mean in cadets?

What does FTU mean in cadets?

DISTRIBUTION OF FIELD TRAINING UNIFORM (FTU) FOR AIR CADETS.

Do you have to cut your hair in army cadets?

It is not necessary to have short hair but if someone’s hair falls below collar length it will need to be tied back for cadets.

What is the purpose of cadets?

What is the purpose of Cadets? Cadets form a national organization whose purpose is to develop in youth the attributes of leadership, engaged and active citizenship and physical fitness, all within a safe environment that stimulates an interest in the Canadian Forces.

What are FTUS?

Definition. FTUS. Full-Time Unit Support.

Do army cadet volunteers get paid?

As a volunteer you do not get paid, however depending on the time given, you may be eligible for a Volunteer’s Allowance. You may be reimbursed for out-of-pocket expenses, such as travelling to a cadet force competition or camp.

Is the Army Cadets free?

On joining the Army Cadet Force as a cadet you will be issued with a uniform free of charge, though you might be asked for a deposit.

Do Westpoint cadets get paid?

Cadets are authorized a base pay of $1150.00 per month. This salary is subject to federal and state withholding taxes, social security deductions, and Servicemen’s Group Life Insurance.

Do you call a cadet sir?

All cadre and cadet officers are addressed as “SIR”/”MA’AM”. As a general rule, “Sir”/”Ma’am” is used in speaking either officially or socially to any senior. The word is repeated with each complete statement. “Yes” and “No” should always be accompanied with “Sir”/”Ma’am”.

When do Sea Cadets wear the FTU uniform?

The Sea Cadet STU shall remain the standard order of dress for routine training nights and the FTU will be worn for field training exercises and those events where the STU would not be appropriate i.e. laying on a dirt covered rifle range. The dress uniform for all Cadets will continue to be worn for CO’s parades, special events or when directed.

What do you wear in Cadet Field Training?

Headdress (the wedge or blue beret with the Air cadet hat insignia, wide-brimmed tan summer hat or toque) and cadet rank slip-ons shall be worn with the cadet field training uniform. Cadet field training uniforms obtained by cadets for Squadron training shall not be taken/worn at a summer training centre.

Is the FTU the standard order of dress?

The FTU shall be the standard order of dress for routine training nights and field training exercises for Army and Air Cadets.

How often do cadets have to wear uniform?

The dress uniform for all Cadets will continue to be worn for CO’s parades, special events or when directed. The Natl CJCR Sp Gp Clothing and Dress committee meets twice a year.