The Air Training Corps Association of New Zealand (ATCANZ) is the parent non-profit association of 5 Squadron. 

The Association is established for the primary purpose of supporting and promoting the interests of the ATC movement in New Zealand and benefiting the community by:  

  

Seeking to develop the character of the cadets enrolled with the ATC by:

1. assistance with the provision of facilities,

2. teaching aviation skills,

3. provision of a disciplined learning environment,

4. personal development by progression through the ATC movement, and

5. interaction with other cadet forces units and association with cadets from kindred overseas organisations.