The RAF Air Cadets beret is to be worn with the band horizontal cross the head and 1 inch (2.5cm) above the eyebrows. The Air Cadets badge must be above the left eye and must not be obscured when viewed from the front. The ATC uniform that Air Cadets wear is the uniform of the Royal Air Force. The Air Cadets are the public face of the RAF so it is important that it is ironed and looked after. Air Cadets wear three types of uniform and different types of uniform are worn for different activities. Before you wear your beret for the first time it needs to be shaped. To do this put a little cold water in the bath and hot water in the sink. Without getting the leather band wet, alternatively immerse the beret in the hot and cold water. In between each hot and cold cycle put the beret on your head, holding the badge and pulling the excel material towards your right ear. After several attempts it should be the right shape. If you can, wear the beret until it dries, so it moulds to the shape of your head.