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Warrant Officer First Class is the highest rank an air cadet can achieve. They are always experienced cadets and must prove to be worthy of leading all cadets in the squadron. They should have attained Proficiency Level 5, successfully served as WO2 for at least 6 months, and successfully completed a Summer Advanced Specialty Course.

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Sometime during the early part of the cadet year, promotions would be announced and badges given out. Cadets were brimming with confidence and pride. They now could be in charge of other cadets and given greater responsibility in the squadron. Promotions also meant that you could go to summer camp and take an extended course in leadership. What better boost to a young cadet than to know your adult leaders were showing confidence in you abilities. Many high ranking cadets went on to be leaders in their communities and successful in their personal careers.