As an ex RAF Halton apprentice who worked for twenty three years in the RAF, before moving into Civi street back in the 90;s just make sure you take a trade that is transferable to Civi street. Especially if you want to Stay in the forces for a good few years. In the long run transferable skills are of more use than any qualifications you may take
Get in and get a trade or skill, in the RAF, Army or Navy. Yes, it's great saying you're a Paratrooper/Marine or whatever at the dinner table, but it qualifies you for very little in civilian life.
Ranger White it’s a fantastic opportunity to learn, grow, develop and teach you the life skills necessary to prepare you and the people around you for success in almost every aspect of day to day life.
ian lazenby what aload of shit that is you’ve just said, if they don’t want you when your too old then why have the put the age up to 37, and they want you far into your late 50s, and to also say “your body can’t do anything anymore by 30” is even more shite, I’ve known people who are way into their 30s and are fitter than I am, look at all the athletes, look at Antony Joshua are you saying his body isn’t good enough? Look at ant Middleton, he would do more than any teenager can do look foxy, your talking utter wank and your better to just delete this comment.
Looks great, but that is a commissioned officer at Strike Command at High Wycombe. A vety pampered life, Mon-Fri 8:00 am to 5:00 pm. No deployments to the Falklands, etc, in this posting, you will not leave your office or you are the gopher for a senior officer . You go to an operational sqn expecting what you see in this video you are in for one very rude awakening, especially if you are an enlisted person on an Army Cooperation Sqn or s sqn that deploys a lot. This video shows you the gloss and the glamour to entice you into the CIO.
Samw18 Hey! Give it a go, the RAF has so many roles available ranging from apprenticeship all the way through to engineering roles. With your college qualifications an engineering apprenticeship might suit you well.
Hi there! This is Ryan's own perspective of his role but we'd like to hear more about your insight and why it's different - what is your role in the RAF?
@@rocky76dude7 Yeah this is the life of a junior staff officer. He basically will have no real responsibility, so that's why everything is so flexible. Give it a few years until he's in a command position and it'll be quite different!
I hope to become a pilot in the RAF, i am currently studying aerospace engineering in college and am thinking of getting a dregree in aerospace engineeing at bristol uni.
I’m planning in joining in the next 2 years but unsure what in I have ideas just can’t decide I need to do more research and need to get teachers at my college to help
@@TapInYT Thank you very much, appreciate that! 😊🙏. Currently exercise training during quarantine and researching the history of the RAF. Thank you, I will.
Hi Ethan! Absolutely! From the recruits we've spoken too, there is a real team spirit in the RAF and once initial training is complete there are opportunities to visit your family.
According to the RAF website, "Basic recruit training takes place over 10 weeks at RAF Halton for Airmen entrants or 24 weeks at RAF Cranwell for Officer entrants". There's a few more training FAQs here www.raf.mod.uk/recruitment/parents-guardians#:~:text=Basic%20recruit%20training%20takes%20place,their%20role%20in%20the%20RAF. hope these help!
I plan to go to uni to give me a few more years but this is something I want to do I have a passion for planes and flying and would love to use that love for something to give back, it's the months away from home that I hear about putting me off
Couldnt decide what I wanted to do, whether to do a degree or apprenticeship or anything but I think I'm going to apply to the RAF to become an intelligence analyst. I'm nervous that it wont be for me but we'll see :)
Hayley Love that you’re applying, that’s a great start! The intelligence role is so varied and super interesting too. If you ever need any support on the role itself, feel free to drop the RAF recruitment team an email. They are fantastic with support and guidance for candidates.
Hi guys, I’m an applicant in the process of joining the Royal Air Force as a Reg Gunner. I’ll be covering the entire application process on my channel, which may interest some of you. I posted my first video regarding the DAA on Saturday. Please let me know if it was helpful, thank you.
Im 20 and dk what to do I get told I'm too nice and I'm a great person I'm autistic and I want to be a. Police officer or a nurse but want to know what's RAF like and can it get me any good jobs after that's not a trade and will. I be able to move country like Canada or Australia if I joined raf
Hi there, I’m only 15 but would really want to make a career in the RAF, I have wanted to be a pilot for ages but I was wondering if you get to choose whether you drive the fast engines jets or rotary aircraft because I would really prefer to fly the jets!
Hey there! That's really exciting to hear! You can find out more about being a pilot here www.raf.mod.uk/recruitment/roles/roles-finder/aircrew/pilot - from what Ryan spoke about in this video, you can work with your supervisor to steer your career into more specific roles
Nffc Football when it comes to being streamed either fast jets, multi engine or rotary wing, you do get to express a preference as to which one you’d like and if they can accommodate it they will try to. However ultimately the decision is based on service need and where the training slots are.
it would be nice for a change for the raf to upload a video of none RAF officers as this doesnt really give an insite to life in the raf as not many go in to be officers so it wont look like this.
Hi again Sean! This video was produced in partnership with RAF Engineering and so focuses on an engineering officer. You are correct however, there are many different roles available within the RAF. You can find out more about specific roles by checking the RAF's career page www.raf.mod.uk/recruitment/find-your-role
my mate who served usa air force for 20 years told me that joining RAF will be amazing thing i should do he was engine Mechanic for f 15 and i was wandering do RAF train someone who has little to no knowledge to become a mechanic for fighter jets he also told me while serving he was also tought how to fly f 15 and other fighter jets, my other mate who also served air force in usa flown p-3 orion trying take out subs he said it like cat and mouse, will i be able achive what those to achive in the RAF?
Heya! You can find what roles you'll be eligible to apply for here www.raf.mod.uk/recruitment/find-your-role different roles have different application criteria but you don't have to be a mechanic expert to join
I'm starting basic training in 2 months, then specialising as an aircraft weapons technician. At the moment I am working towards my fixed wing microlight licence. Will there be a chance of me getting discounted lessons with the RAF and if so should I just stop having lessons until I join up?
Hi! I am trying for the regiment gunner in the RAF. Is the Airman Test necessary? Are there any interviews? I was scheduled an appointment on 27th February which was later postponed to late April this year.
Hey there! The RAF uses aptitude tests for both full time and reserve positions. You will have to go to a selection interview for a full time role. You can find out more about the application process here www.raf.mod.uk/recruitment/how-to-apply/application-process Hope that helps!
I'm late but I was hoping to join the raf when I can, hopefully as a pilot on the multi engines, supplies and human transport, any advice on any of that?
Yes you can! If you're not training for a pilot role you can still take flying lessons (at a discounted rate or paid for using learning credits) in order to obtain a licence.
TapIn In very role with the RAF? I want to become a pilot but not a jet pilot. Is it possible while I am training to be an electrician and get a pilot license? Please answer my question
Youth Visionary I believe so. Check out the Officer roles on the RAF Recruitment website and have a look at the requirements to apply for the officer roles- should tell you there
Hi there, thank you for reaching out! So you can go through the steps on this page www.raf.mod.uk/recruitment/find-your-role to find roles that do not require A levels - a lot of them don't! If you take a look there are a number of different officer roles that you may be interested in
Hi there i am 35 year old male worked as a HGV for the past 10 year unfortunlty recently divorced and looking for a new carrier class 1 licence and clean . Would logistics be for me would it give me any advantage having my experience? Or would applying for mover be more for me as like i say i was looking for a carrier change ie from driving.? Altho i no joining the RAF as a driver would be somewhat diffrent than my role now as leaving home verry early mon morning and arriving back late friday / sat morning . Yes i no boring ....
Hi Mark, thank you for reaching out! Having a look at careers in the RAF as a driver could be great for you! You can find out more here: www.raf.mod.uk/recruitment/roles/roles-finder/logistics/driver According to their website they are recruiting full and reserve drivers
can you become an RAF Pilot with 3 btec level 3 distinctions and do you need any work experience with it, I really want to do this but don't know how and afraid i won't get in.
Hi there, thank you for reaching out! So you can go through the steps on this page www.raf.mod.uk/recruitment/find-your-role to find roles that you are eligible for with your qualifications. If you take a look there are a number of different officer roles that you may be interested in :)
@@eotichdj8694 what about a advance level 3 apprenticeship? i also did the optional 'advanced math & science' units which are apparently equivalent to a levels but im not sure!
tommy brice probably best to speak to your local AFCO, but as long as they are a-level equivalent i should see why it would be a problem. If not you can always train as a AC but then enroll as an officer after training
Hey Devin, how are you? To find out if you're eligible for a role in the RAF you can go through this checklist here www.raf.mod.uk/recruitment/how-to-apply/eligibility-check#nationality-residency hope that helps!
Can you become an Officer in the RAF with a Level 3 Qualification in college rather than A levels? as I'm in my second year of Level 3 Public and Uniformed Services (3 A level equivalent with predicted 144 UCAS points)
Hi kieran, I’m starting starting college in September, and I’m looking forward to do level 3 public uniformed services, can you tell me please if we can go in raf with those qualifications
@@unknownx3837 hi mate, yeah, I’m in phase 1 training with the RAF now. You can apply for any officer role as long as u have the relevant UCAS points from college. What role are you thinking of doing?
Hoping to join the RAF soon. The role I want says that you have to be committed for 12 years. How obligatory is this? As me and my partner plan to get married in 7 years.
Hey AJ how are you? The minimum length of service depends on the role you choose, your age and also whether the RAF is deemed to be in "emergency demand". You can find out more here www.parliament.uk/documents/joint-committees/human-rights/Briefing_from_Forces_Watch_Terms_of_service.pdf but you'll certainly be able to get married in 7 years time!
@@j4y.n1 np man. I'm looking into being an engineering officer in the army or raf too so I've been looking at the websites a lot. I'm only 14 tho so got a long way to go yet
Im only 14 but for the last year I've been pretty sure I want to join either the army or raf after university. I know more about the army because I can't find as much info on the raf so I already know what job I would go for in the army but the raf quality of life is supposedly better and more intelligence based so I am completely torn. I need help to decide!
We hope this video shows you a little bit more about what life is like in the RAF! Here's another video from some more RAF personnel answering questions that might help you as well ruclips.net/video/lKR3EctO-aI/видео.html
Any advice, I'm a 22 year old father of an almost 3 year old, the only thing stopping me is my fear of missing out on that precious time with my lil man. Any advice, feel like I need to hear the right words, I can't seem to find someone I know to chat with bout it all.
You can apply to be on RAF reserves. Which means you’ll be like a part-time soldier. Give you more flexibility to be in your kid’s life. Call the RAF through their website & speak to someone about your situation
I am a brown Muslim female and am scared I won't be welcome there. Also, do you really have to be there 12 years minimum? That's ridiculous omg. Do you recommend going to uni first? I just want an adventure but not one that takes up the best portion of my life omg
Failing Student don’t worry about the colour of your skin the uk and raf are very inclusive and kind people the raf can’t and won’t discriminate so don’t worry
Hi, thank you for getting in touch! You would absolutely be welcome there! The RAF promotes diversity and equal opportunities for its staff. There are a number of eligibility checks at the beginning of the application process including citizenship (you must have British citizenship, Commonwealth citizenship or dual-nationality citizenship with the UK), medical tests and fitness tests. Race, religion and gender however do not affect your ability to apply so please don't let that put you off! The minimum service depends on your role but can be between 6 and 12 years. Also, you can be Discharged As Of Right (DAOR) if you have completed 28 days of paid duty and you have been in service for less than six months. We would recommend only accepting your place if you are sure that it's what you would like to do.
Hi Failing Student, you don't have to stay for 12yrs. It is a offer of employment, think of it as a comfort blanket of employment. Once you ha e completed your formal training you would have a 3yr return of service. But you will be loving it, trust me.
I applied to join for the RAF back in may and I still haven't got a response yet I'm 17 so I'm obviously a bit Nervous due to the fact if I'm not in by september will I get in trouble as I need to do another of education if I'm not in by then
Hi there, the application process takes 6-12 months without COVID-19 delays, so you will be better off choosing something (job or course) to keep you going for that amount of time.
We hope your application doesn't get delayed too much longer! Definitely keep pursuing it but we would also recommend finding something to keep you going until then - you can always apply in a year's time once you're 18 :)
@@TapInYT can you become a pilot for good missions (helping people) but not for destruction/killing people? 🙂 Partly joking but partly serious question.
Are there any roles which chilled and relaxed.... And sometimes breathtaking? I want a role which is more business type.... Thank you 😊 And how difficult is to be a pilot in the RAF :)
Hi there could you please give me some information on the process after applying. Is it similar to the Navy where I would go to train for 10 weeks before passing out? How long does it take after applying to get to the training stage and anything in between? Any feedback is helpful, thankyou.
According to the RAF website, "Basic recruit training takes place over 10 weeks at RAF Halton for Airmen entrants or 24 weeks at RAF Cranwell for Officer entrants". There's a few more training FAQs here www.raf.mod.uk/recruitment/parents-guardians#:~:text=Basic%20recruit%20training%20takes%20place,their%20role%20in%20the%20RAF. hope these help!
@@TapInYT thankyou for the help! I passed my AST in November, I am now just waiting for the gyms to open so I can resume to process with the fitness test. Thanks again!
Hey there .... My question is ... So I’m currently in the process of joining., Am hoping to join as a regiment gunner ..... And what are the best tips for that role and also are there any other roles that allows me to achieve higher then this role. 😃
Hey! That's so exciting to hear! You can find out more about each role you are able to apply for in the RAF here www.raf.mod.uk/recruitment/find-your-role
I joined as a Aerospace Systems Specialist. But Everyone during basic training has to go through something called IFPT (Initial Force Protection Training) it’s very demanding and takes up so much time of the course. But it’s so worth it, you then go and spend a week in the field also know as CPT. This is what you’ll be doing as a regiment gunner during your Phase 2 a lot I’m guessing, there were only 2 gunners on my intake but they seemed to be okay with the CPT and IFPT side of things, fitness is the main thing that dragged many people down during CPT, so make sure you are doing lots of cardio and circuits, this is what the Phys sessions are based on at Halton. Look at your AST results (I’m assuming you’ve done your AST?) don’t go for a trade that you think you can get higher in than others, go for a trade that you find interesting as this is what you’ll be doing day in and out for the rest of your career, and if you find it interesting, you will naturally excel throughout your career and achieve so much anyways. I guess the only tips you can get is, get incredibly fit, and just try your best. Just put 110% into everything you do and you’ll have an amazing career. I’ve only been in a short time and I’ve enjoyed every minute of it.
Jude Brown.... Thank you for your blessed, beautiful wisdom and knowledge. Well I now about the 12 weeks training, before you join.... Am 18 years old... .. currently finishing my education and then proceeding to a role which I will enjoy 😊... I’m still confused.. for what role I would really enjoy and fulfilled my experience and implementation. My opposition, for roles which I liked ... piloting, weapon systems operator or AIR & SPACE OPERATIONS SPECIALIST FLIGHT ........ And I may apply for the AEROSPACE SYSTEMS :D .......well I really want a role which can lead me to success and to say Committed...Even after 20 years ... within being enjoyable and interesting :D what role do you think ... which have these qualities and tell me more about your role :D thank you for everything
ᎪNᏩELS CH⃟ᗩMβΣR αᏞᎥ I’m 18 too, did my A levels and joined up and haven’t looked back since. My trade in the RAF consists of counter terrorism, such as threats from Russia and all of them kind of threats. It also deals With the UK’s nuclear deterrent, so there’s loads to be doing with my trade, and is also good for once I leave, especially with it being counter terrorism. There is a very wide range of places you can find yourself with the Aerospace systems- you mentioned liking the gunner trade, my trade gets deployed onto ops and exercised a lot with the type of threats we deal with, so if you applied for Aerospace Systems you would be with the army and reg a lot. As far as I am aware, becoming a pilot is very very hard, someone mentioned to me at Halton that there is currently something like a 3 year wait to even be considered to becoming a pilot. WSops would also be a very good trade, there were 2 on my intake. You get a lot of being deployed with the WSops as you would expect with a trade like that. Flight ops deal with the planning of flights, Air traffic control and all of that stuff. Very office based, I believe. It all depends on if you want a ‘get your hands dirty’ kind of job or stay in an office?
Jude Brown ......oh Nice :D .....well the idea here is that I was born in France sooo....I need to get the Uk indefinitely say in EU.... and I think I will be joining in 2021 around June/July or early ... And I only did GCSE ... I need to do my A Level .. and does it matter if you don’t have A level ... ??? And if you do .. which A level do you need??? And can you did your A level with the raf?
Hi, I want to join the RAF as a pilot and I was wondering if you really have to shave your hair as I seen in other videos about the RAF, I know you’ve mentioned that in the video but I want to double check, thanks a lot, have a great day! 😁
Hi Robert! You don't have to shave your hair off at all! After training, it's down to personal preference. If you keep your hair long for religious reasons then this is absolutely allowed too. A group of RAF personnel answer this questions themselves in a recent video ruclips.net/video/lKR3EctO-aI/видео.html from 1 minute and 41 seconds
I’m 11 years old (almost 12 my birthdays on 19th December) and I really like these type of things. I think it’s really interesting. I want to join something like this. Any advice if what I could do because I’m obviously not old enough. Thank you :]
Hey Conor, how are you? You can go through this search filter to find out what roles you can apply for with your age, interests and qualifications www.raf.mod.uk/recruitment/roles-in-the-raf hope that helps!
I vividly remember swearing my oath of allegiance at Norwich in 1980, our officer in command taking the oath comments were “ well gentlemen now is the moment you’ve all been waiting for, and i notice we have none of our coloured brethren here today how refreshing”!!! And also taking my Corporals examination when one question read… “Cpl Limpwrist has taken redundancy and is setting up a flower shop! If he buys 20 bunches of pink flowers 🌸 etc etc, its was always a bigoted establishment in many respects but the airframe technician job i loved, Hopefully times have changed!!! But i suspect only marginally.
No you don't! You can apply for a number of different roles in the RAF without a degree. You can find out which roles you can apply for by going to www.raf.mod.uk/recruitment/find-your-role and following and completing the quiz. There's only 4 questions to answer (full time or part time, your age, your qualifications and your interests) and then it shows you which roles are right for you. Hope that helps!
Hi Sean! Unfortunately AST score requirements are kept confidential - the best advice that we can give is to make sure that you're making the best use of the available practice tests and online forums
@@seanjohn5236 no reason to know the ast scores, as you can't get the actual tests anyway, i have the passing sheet with them on, but without the test it's pontless.
Craig Mack how is it pointless when you can aim for that score, why do people need a running time? Why do people need anything if we go off by your writing,
Hey there, how are you? To find out if you're eligible for a role in the RAF you can go through this checklist here www.raf.mod.uk/recruitment/how-to-apply/eligibility-check hope that helps!
I'm a German but I was born in the UK and I dont have a British passport and i really wanna join the RAF But I not quite sure that you have to be British
Heya! You can find what roles you'll be eligible to apply for here www.raf.mod.uk/recruitment/find-your-role different roles have different application criteria so it's still worth checking
The cushy life of a junior staff officer with no real responsibility. Get him to make another video now and see if he can still book annual leave whenever he wants lol.
Hi guys, I’m an applicant in the process of joining the Royal Air Force as a Reg Gunner. I’ll be covering the entire application process on my channel, which may interest some of you. I posted my first video regarding the DAA on Saturday. Please let me know if it was helpful, thank you.
My honest advice is never sign up. Once you do, then you can never go back on life. It was the greatest but also the worse mistake of my life serving in the RAF. It is not as bad as the army or marines etc, but you lose your sanity, especially when they throw you out onto civvy street and having to adjust.
@@TapInYT It happens in all branches, we have vets homeless and on the streets, PTSD etc etc etc. The welfare charities do not help, unless you are a member. I served in the 90's and back then it was bad, but not as bad as it was years ago. We had no health and safety, I used to work with a lot of chemicals, my lungs are now on their last legs, a lot of people have launched legal battles as the chemicals we were using back then would not even be legal to use in civvy street. We had one gantry and literally had to hang off the planes just to do our job. Anything over six feet you are supposed to have proper scaffolding and measures in place. A bloke that I served with, he was bullied and this was before I got there, and he had tried hanging himself. Thankfully, he failed but bullying was part and parcel of the RAF back then, during basic people would be given regimental baths, and when you hear someone screaming and crying it is not a nice thing to hear. The list is endless really, but you can never become a civvie again, you are broken down to be made into an airmen, soldiers etc etc etc, and then built back up. You do get a lot of people leave the RAF and they adjust, but as the saying goes, you can take the man out of the forces, but you can never take the forces out of the man. We are supposed to be covered by the covenant, see Dr's before civvies etc etc. When I was close to being made homeless, I had letters from my local MP, he was the home office minster at the time, passed it on to the defence secretary to be told the covenant does not exist. However, I am going on a bit now, so I shall end it here lol
As a female wanting to become a fighter pilot, im now doubting whether i should join the raf or not. To be an RAF pilot you need to be able to commit 12 years of service, but i want to start a family and i want to be there when my child grows up. Im just so lost on what to do. Please help
Currently in my final year of school. I’m from within the Commonwealth (ZA) but really hoping to try enlist in the Royal Military Police (RAF or Navy). Just gotta do more research with the Commonwealth enlistment requirements ‘n such. This video is certainly motivating.
Heya! You can find what roles you'll be eligible to apply for here www.raf.mod.uk/recruitment/find-your-role different roles have different application criteria so it's still worth checking
RAF. Once again showing g all the officers. How about doing a Video about the guys who actually do the work .and not the Shiney bums that sit in the offices. In other words the real Airforce.
TapIn, I’ve very little experience from the officer side of things so if that’s how things are at high Wycombe then it’s very disconnected from the rest of the Air Force
As an ex RAF Halton apprentice who worked for twenty three years in the RAF, before moving into Civi street back in the 90;s just make sure you take a trade that is transferable to Civi street. Especially if you want to Stay in the forces for a good few years. In the long run transferable skills are of more use than any qualifications you may take
Hoping to join the RAF in the next year or two. Sooner rather than later hopefully
That's really exciting! What role are you interested in?
@@TapInYT
Aircraft Tech (mechanical)
@@TapInYT Hey man random question, do you have any idea when recruitment will restart at all?
Jamster946 Hey! Recruitment is currently open the RAF recruit all year round :)
@@Kjca_1998 I'm applying as an Aerosystems Engineer. Really looking forward to it.
Get in and get a trade or skill, in the RAF, Army or Navy. Yes, it's great saying you're a Paratrooper/Marine or whatever at the dinner table, but it qualifies you for very little in civilian life.
Ranger White it’s a fantastic opportunity to learn, grow, develop and teach you the life skills necessary to prepare you and the people around you for success in almost every aspect of day to day life.
Words of wisdom
but who says these paras have to leave? why do they have to go an get civilian jobs ?
Unfortunately its only a short career as the military don’t wont you when your past 30 . Body is no good then
ian lazenby what aload of shit that is you’ve just said, if they don’t want you when your too old then why have the put the age up to 37, and they want you far into your late 50s, and to also say “your body can’t do anything anymore by 30” is even more shite, I’ve known people who are way into their 30s and are fitter than I am, look at all the athletes, look at Antony Joshua are you saying his body isn’t good enough? Look at ant Middleton, he would do more than any teenager can do look foxy, your talking utter wank and your better to just delete this comment.
Looks great, but that is a commissioned officer at Strike Command at High Wycombe. A vety pampered life, Mon-Fri 8:00 am to 5:00 pm. No deployments to the Falklands, etc, in this posting, you will not leave your office or you are the gopher for a senior officer . You go to an operational sqn expecting what you see in this video you are in for one very rude awakening, especially if you are an enlisted person on an Army Cooperation Sqn or s sqn that deploys a lot. This video shows you the gloss and the glamour to entice you into the CIO.
I’ve just turned 20 and I’m really lost on what to do. I’m madly into sports and exercise and have a college qualification in engineering.
Samw18 Hey! Give it a go, the RAF has so many roles available ranging from apprenticeship all the way through to engineering roles. With your college qualifications an engineering apprenticeship might suit you well.
The advice too go to the careers office straight away too hear about the job is so useful and such a great advice that somehow slipped my mind
We're glad this was helpful for you!
too, to, two....learn 'em!
@@maratonlegendelenemirei3352 Bet you're fun at partys
@@ggeorgiejames For crying out loud....it's 'parties' in the plural form. Yes, I'm the life and soul of any party.
@@ggeorgiejames Parties !
HINT: It is absolutely nothing like this video portrays if you are a Junior Rank. If you are eligible, join as an Officer.
Hi there! This is Ryan's own perspective of his role but we'd like to hear more about your insight and why it's different - what is your role in the RAF?
It is well marketed . Officer , yes .
@@rocky76dude7 Yeah this is the life of a junior staff officer. He basically will have no real responsibility, so that's why everything is so flexible. Give it a few years until he's in a command position and it'll be quite different!
I hope to become a pilot in the RAF, i am currently studying aerospace engineering in college and am thinking of getting a dregree in aerospace engineeing at bristol uni.
That's awesome! Good luck!
I’m planning in joining in the next 2 years but unsure what in I have ideas just can’t decide I need to do more research and need to get teachers at my college to help
That was a brilliant and informative video! I've got my AST soon!
Thank you for your feedback Kendall! Good luck for your test!
Hoping to be an RAF Medic in the future. Something I've really got my mind set on and this helped a lot. Thank you 🙏
Jordan Turner You will mate! Keep working at it 💪 and let us know if we can help at all
@@TapInYT Thank you very much, appreciate that! 😊🙏. Currently exercise training during quarantine and researching the history of the RAF. Thank you, I will.
Same. But thats like what I want to do if i cant do my dream job of being a teacher.
I am also going to be an raf medic in a year,how did it go for you?
I’m thinking about becoming a weapons technician. I’m also worried about missing home. Are the staff supportive in the RAF
Hi Ethan! Absolutely! From the recruits we've spoken too, there is a real team spirit in the RAF and once initial training is complete there are opportunities to visit your family.
Ooor... Grow some balls?
Joseph dowey hahaha just seen this. I’m 16 and im going leaving my family.
I’m 15 and from Oxford, also thinking about becoming a weapons technician
Don't be soft !!
I'm definitely joining the RAF
That's awesome to hear! Which role are you most interested in at the moment?
This makes me even more excited to apply! Just waiting for them to recruit the roles I'm after
You applied yet?
@@agamingplayer2469 I've registered my interest for a couple of things but unfortunately they're still not recruiting yet
@@ATOMiiCChicken have you checked their site for what they are recruitng for or not interested in that
How long do younstay away from the civilian world ? How often do they get to go home and all ?
According to the RAF website, "Basic recruit training takes place over 10 weeks at RAF Halton for Airmen entrants or 24 weeks at RAF Cranwell for Officer entrants". There's a few more training FAQs here www.raf.mod.uk/recruitment/parents-guardians#:~:text=Basic%20recruit%20training%20takes%20place,their%20role%20in%20the%20RAF. hope these help!
I plan to go to uni to give me a few more years but this is something I want to do I have a passion for planes and flying and would love to use that love for something to give back, it's the months away from home that I hear about putting me off
Couldnt decide what I wanted to do, whether to do a degree or apprenticeship or anything but I think I'm going to apply to the RAF to become an intelligence analyst. I'm nervous that it wont be for me but we'll see :)
Hayley Love that you’re applying, that’s a great start! The intelligence role is so varied and super interesting too. If you ever need any support on the role itself, feel free to drop the RAF recruitment team an email. They are fantastic with support and guidance for candidates.
Hi guys, I’m an applicant in the process of joining the Royal Air Force as a Reg Gunner.
I’ll be covering the entire application process on my channel, which may interest some of you.
I posted my first video regarding the DAA on Saturday.
Please let me know if it was helpful, thank you.
Im 20 and dk what to do I get told I'm too nice and I'm a great person I'm autistic and I want to be a. Police officer or a nurse but want to know what's RAF like and can it get me any good jobs after that's not a trade and will. I be able to move country like Canada or Australia if I joined raf
Hi there, I’m only 15 but would really want to make a career in the RAF, I have wanted to be a pilot for ages but I was wondering if you get to choose whether you drive the fast engines jets or rotary aircraft because I would really prefer to fly the jets!
Hey there! That's really exciting to hear! You can find out more about being a pilot here www.raf.mod.uk/recruitment/roles/roles-finder/aircrew/pilot - from what Ryan spoke about in this video, you can work with your supervisor to steer your career into more specific roles
TapIn ah, thankyou for your reply, when I get to that stage I will defiantly do that
Nffc Football when it comes to being streamed either fast jets, multi engine or rotary wing, you do get to express a preference as to which one you’d like and if they can accommodate it they will try to. However ultimately the decision is based on service need and where the training slots are.
it would be nice for a change for the raf to upload a video of none RAF officers as this doesnt really give an insite to life in the raf as not many go in to be officers so it wont look like this.
Hi again Sean! This video was produced in partnership with RAF Engineering and so focuses on an engineering officer. You are correct however, there are many different roles available within the RAF. You can find out more about specific roles by checking the RAF's career page www.raf.mod.uk/recruitment/find-your-role
my mate who served usa air force for 20 years told me that joining RAF will be amazing thing i should do he was engine Mechanic for f 15 and i was wandering do RAF train someone who has little to no knowledge to become a mechanic for fighter jets he also told me while serving he was also tought how to fly f 15 and other fighter jets, my other mate who also served air force in usa flown p-3 orion trying take out subs he said it like cat and mouse, will i be able achive what those to achive in the RAF?
Heya! You can find what roles you'll be eligible to apply for here www.raf.mod.uk/recruitment/find-your-role different roles have different application criteria but you don't have to be a mechanic expert to join
I'm starting basic training in 2 months, then specialising as an aircraft weapons technician. At the moment I am working towards my fixed wing microlight licence. Will there be a chance of me getting discounted lessons with the RAF and if so should I just stop having lessons until I join up?
Hi Danny! That's really exciting! We think that speaking to your supervisor about the different options available will be the most helpful thing to do
How’s it gone?
I'm definetley gonna join the RAF because I workout and do boxing and also I love adventure and I want to go out and have more experiences
Hi! I am trying for the regiment gunner in the RAF. Is the Airman Test necessary? Are there any interviews? I was scheduled an appointment on 27th February which was later postponed to late April this year.
Hey there! The RAF uses aptitude tests for both full time and reserve positions. You will have to go to a selection interview for a full time role. You can find out more about the application process here www.raf.mod.uk/recruitment/how-to-apply/application-process Hope that helps!
I'm late but I was hoping to join the raf when I can, hopefully as a pilot on the multi engines, supplies and human transport, any advice on any of that?
Not late at all! You can find all of the latest information on the pilot role here: www.raf.mod.uk/recruitment/roles/roles-finder/aircrew/pilot
Wait so you can get your pilots licence on the side?
Yes you can! If you're not training for a pilot role you can still take flying lessons (at a discounted rate or paid for using learning credits) in order to obtain a licence.
TapIn like a full license to fly jets ? Or simply a private pilots license ? And is that with every role in the raf ?
@@interstellxxr2793 private pilot licence
Interstellxxr Yes I want to know is well
TapIn In very role with the RAF? I want to become a pilot but not a jet pilot. Is it possible while I am training to be an electrician and get a pilot license? Please answer my question
I only have 2 A levels equivalent to 96 Ucas point. I dropped out of uni. My question is am I still eligible for a role as an Officer?
Youth Visionary I believe so. Check out the Officer roles on the RAF Recruitment website and have a look at the requirements to apply for the officer roles- should tell you there
Hi there, thank you for reaching out! So you can go through the steps on this page www.raf.mod.uk/recruitment/find-your-role to find roles that do not require A levels - a lot of them don't! If you take a look there are a number of different officer roles that you may be interested in
@tapln could i be a raf avionics technition if i have glasses with +vision.if not could i be a aircraft mechanic ?
That's a good question! You find out more about the requirements for each role on offer at www.raf.mod.uk/recruitment/find-your-role
I wanted to join raf before this video now I cant wait
Inspectah T Really good to hear that Inspectah 💪
Glad you enjoyed the video
If im on the army boxing team and I transfer to the RAF will I still be able to compete at the same level once I finish training?
Hi there i am 35 year old male worked as a HGV for the past 10 year unfortunlty recently divorced and looking for a new carrier class 1 licence and clean . Would logistics be for me would it give me any advantage having my experience? Or would applying for mover be more for me as like i say i was looking for a carrier change ie from driving.? Altho i no joining the RAF as a driver would be somewhat diffrent than my role now as leaving home verry early mon morning and arriving back late friday / sat morning . Yes i no boring ....
Hi Mark, thank you for reaching out! Having a look at careers in the RAF as a driver could be great for you! You can find out more here: www.raf.mod.uk/recruitment/roles/roles-finder/logistics/driver According to their website they are recruiting full and reserve drivers
I’m 16 and thinking of an apprentaship in engineering in the RAF would you recommend it
i want to be a pilot in the RAF would it be the same as this as in like all the activities and and the flexability?
It's likely to be quite similar, yes! You can find out more about life in the RAF here www.raf.mod.uk/recruitment/life-in-the-raf
can you become an RAF Pilot with 3 btec level 3 distinctions and do you need any work experience with it, I really want to do this but don't know how and afraid i won't get in.
Hi there, thank you for reaching out! So you can go through the steps on this page www.raf.mod.uk/recruitment/find-your-role to find roles that you are eligible for with your qualifications. If you take a look there are a number of different officer roles that you may be interested in :)
BATMAN yes mate, I did a level 3 BTEC at ppp and still got offered officer roles at the AFCO
@@eotichdj8694 thanks mate, this info really helps
@@eotichdj8694 what about a advance level 3 apprenticeship? i also did the optional 'advanced math & science' units which are apparently equivalent to a levels but im not sure!
tommy brice probably best to speak to your local AFCO, but as long as they are a-level equivalent i should see why it would be a problem. If not you can always train as a AC but then enroll as an officer after training
As a current member of the United States Airforce, would I be eligible to enlist as an Airman in the RAF?
Hey Devin, how are you? To find out if you're eligible for a role in the RAF you can go through this checklist here www.raf.mod.uk/recruitment/how-to-apply/eligibility-check#nationality-residency hope that helps!
Can you become an Officer in the RAF with a Level 3 Qualification in college rather than A levels? as I'm in my second year of Level 3 Public and Uniformed Services (3 A level equivalent with predicted 144 UCAS points)
You find out more about the requirements fore each role on offer at www.raf.mod.uk/recruitment/find-your-role
Hi kieran, I’m starting starting college in September, and I’m looking forward to do level 3 public uniformed services, can you tell me please if we can go in raf with those qualifications
@@unknownx3837 hi mate, yeah, I’m in phase 1 training with the RAF now. You can apply for any officer role as long as u have the relevant UCAS points from college. What role are you thinking of doing?
@@kirad2234 how is it mate? And what role are you doing
Hoping to join the RAF soon. The role I want says that you have to be committed for 12 years. How obligatory is this? As me and my partner plan to get married in 7 years.
Hey AJ how are you? The minimum length of service depends on the role you choose, your age and also whether the RAF is deemed to be in "emergency demand". You can find out more here www.parliament.uk/documents/joint-committees/human-rights/Briefing_from_Forces_Watch_Terms_of_service.pdf but you'll certainly be able to get married in 7 years time!
Who’s got AST on the 25th feb in AFCO London ?
How’d it go?
1:59 man they even have commander shephards head from cod MW2 there
You mean general shepherd?
@@MangoLemonaideFresh i do XD
I was wondering is there any specific roles you suggest to me as I am interested in fixing things like mechanically and also good at I.T pls reply
On the RAF website you can go on a job finder and put in your interests and you can then look through different jobs on there
tiny pebble person tysm I’m interested in Reme
@@j4y.n1 np man. I'm looking into being an engineering officer in the army or raf too so I've been looking at the websites a lot. I'm only 14 tho so got a long way to go yet
tiny pebble person ye same I’m nearly 14 but in really interested in electrical technician
@@j4y.n1 dayum I love bonding with a random person about future jobs over the internet!
Sorry I'm a lil wierd 😂
Im only 14 but for the last year I've been pretty sure I want to join either the army or raf after university. I know more about the army because I can't find as much info on the raf so I already know what job I would go for in the army but the raf quality of life is supposedly better and more intelligence based so I am completely torn. I need help to decide!
Me too
Maybe c u there 😂
Yeah 😂
I always find comment conversations funny :)
We hope this video shows you a little bit more about what life is like in the RAF! Here's another video from some more RAF personnel answering questions that might help you as well ruclips.net/video/lKR3EctO-aI/видео.html
Any advice, I'm a 22 year old father of an almost 3 year old, the only thing stopping me is my fear of missing out on that precious time with my lil man. Any advice, feel like I need to hear the right words, I can't seem to find someone I know to chat with bout it all.
You can apply to be on RAF reserves. Which means you’ll be like a part-time soldier. Give you more flexibility to be in your kid’s life. Call the RAF through their website & speak to someone about your situation
I am a brown Muslim female and am scared I won't be welcome there. Also, do you really have to be there 12 years minimum? That's ridiculous omg. Do you recommend going to uni first? I just want an adventure but not one that takes up the best portion of my life omg
Failing Student don’t worry about the colour of your skin the uk and raf are very inclusive and kind people the raf can’t and won’t discriminate so don’t worry
Hi, thank you for getting in touch! You would absolutely be welcome there! The RAF promotes diversity and equal opportunities for its staff. There are a number of eligibility checks at the beginning of the application process including citizenship (you must have British citizenship, Commonwealth citizenship or dual-nationality citizenship with the UK), medical tests and fitness tests. Race, religion and gender however do not affect your ability to apply so please don't let that put you off!
The minimum service depends on your role but can be between 6 and 12 years. Also, you can be Discharged As Of Right (DAOR) if you have completed 28 days of paid duty and you have been in service for less than six months. We would recommend only accepting your place if you are sure that it's what you would like to do.
Hi Failing Student, you don't have to stay for 12yrs. It is a offer of employment, think of it as a comfort blanket of employment. Once you ha e completed your formal training you would have a 3yr return of service. But you will be loving it, trust me.
I applied to join for the RAF back in may and I still haven't got a response yet I'm 17 so I'm obviously a bit Nervous due to the fact if I'm not in by september will I get in trouble as I need to do another of education if I'm not in by then
Hi there, the application process takes 6-12 months without COVID-19 delays, so you will be better off choosing something (job or course) to keep you going for that amount of time.
We hope your application doesn't get delayed too much longer! Definitely keep pursuing it but we would also recommend finding something to keep you going until then - you can always apply in a year's time once you're 18 :)
@@TapInYT well I'm working as a labourer on sites now up until get in
I have a question. Are the military balls just for the officers?
short answer yes, long answer if you rank up to SNEC (Sgt) you can do a ball)
Can I go into the RAF as a pilot serve my 12 years minimal service and leave after that to become a commercial pilot?
Hi Henry! Yes you can! With a short period of additional training, RAF pilots can transition to become a fully qualified commercial pilot
TapIn do you have to serve 12 years or can you do less as a pilot
Can you become a pilot as a reservist?
vitali Unfortunately not
@@TapInYT can you become a pilot for good missions (helping people) but not for destruction/killing people? 🙂
Partly joking but partly serious question.
I spotted RAF High Wycombe about 3 seconds before you said it. Once you've been there, it's never forgotten ;-P
Are you in the RAF yourself then?
@@TapInYT Was. Been out almost 30 yrs now. Did 6 yrs, 1st Gulf & Bosnia on Live Ops. Still friends with many folks I served with.
Are there any roles which chilled and relaxed.... And sometimes breathtaking? I want a role which is more business type....
Thank you 😊
And how difficult is to be a pilot in the RAF :)
Personnel Support might be more business related, probably more relaxed aswell.
Absolutely! There's lots of different roles that you can find out more about at www.raf.mod.uk/recruitment/find-your-role
Hi there could you please give me some information on the process after applying. Is it similar to the Navy where I would go to train for 10 weeks before passing out? How long does it take after applying to get to the training stage and anything in between? Any feedback is helpful, thankyou.
According to the RAF website, "Basic recruit training takes place over 10 weeks at RAF Halton for Airmen entrants or 24 weeks at RAF Cranwell for Officer entrants". There's a few more training FAQs here www.raf.mod.uk/recruitment/parents-guardians#:~:text=Basic%20recruit%20training%20takes%20place,their%20role%20in%20the%20RAF. hope these help!
@@TapInYT thankyou for the help! I passed my AST in November, I am now just waiting for the gyms to open so I can resume to process with the fitness test. Thanks again!
Hey there .... My question is ... So I’m currently in the process of joining., Am hoping to join as a regiment gunner ..... And what are the best tips for that role and also are there any other roles that allows me to achieve higher then this role. 😃
Hey! That's so exciting to hear! You can find out more about each role you are able to apply for in the RAF here www.raf.mod.uk/recruitment/find-your-role
I joined as a Aerospace Systems Specialist. But Everyone during basic training has to go through something called IFPT (Initial Force Protection Training) it’s very demanding and takes up so much time of the course. But it’s so worth it, you then go and spend a week in the field also know as CPT. This is what you’ll be doing as a regiment gunner during your Phase 2 a lot I’m guessing, there were only 2 gunners on my intake but they seemed to be okay with the CPT and IFPT side of things, fitness is the main thing that dragged many people down during CPT, so make sure you are doing lots of cardio and circuits, this is what the Phys sessions are based on at Halton.
Look at your AST results (I’m assuming you’ve done your AST?) don’t go for a trade that you think you can get higher in than others, go for a trade that you find interesting as this is what you’ll be doing day in and out for the rest of your career, and if you find it interesting, you will naturally excel throughout your career and achieve so much anyways.
I guess the only tips you can get is, get incredibly fit, and just try your best.
Just put 110% into everything you do and you’ll have an amazing career. I’ve only been in a short time and I’ve enjoyed every minute of it.
Jude Brown.... Thank you for your blessed, beautiful wisdom and knowledge. Well I now about the 12 weeks training, before you join.... Am 18 years old... .. currently finishing my education and then proceeding to a role which I will enjoy 😊... I’m still confused.. for what role I would really enjoy and fulfilled my experience and implementation. My opposition, for roles which I liked ... piloting, weapon systems operator or AIR & SPACE OPERATIONS SPECIALIST FLIGHT ........ And I may apply for the AEROSPACE SYSTEMS :D .......well I really want a role which can lead me to success and to say Committed...Even after 20 years ... within being enjoyable and interesting :D what role do you think ... which have these qualities and tell me more about your role :D thank you for everything
ᎪNᏩELS CH⃟ᗩMβΣR αᏞᎥ I’m 18 too, did my A levels and joined up and haven’t looked back since. My trade in the RAF consists of counter terrorism, such as threats from Russia and all of them kind of threats. It also deals With the UK’s nuclear deterrent, so there’s loads to be doing with my trade, and is also good for once I leave, especially with it being counter terrorism. There is a very wide range of places you can find yourself with the Aerospace systems- you mentioned liking the gunner trade, my trade gets deployed onto ops and exercised a lot with the type of threats we deal with, so if you applied for Aerospace Systems you would be with the army and reg a lot.
As far as I am aware, becoming a pilot is very very hard, someone mentioned to me at Halton that there is currently something like a 3 year wait to even be considered to becoming a pilot. WSops would also be a very good trade, there were 2 on my intake. You get a lot of being deployed with the WSops as you would expect with a trade like that. Flight ops deal with the planning of flights, Air traffic control and all of that stuff. Very office based, I believe.
It all depends on if you want a ‘get your hands dirty’ kind of job or stay in an office?
Jude Brown ......oh Nice :D .....well the idea here is that I was born in France sooo....I need to get the Uk indefinitely say in EU.... and I think I will be joining in 2021 around June/July or early ... And I only did GCSE ... I need to do my A Level .. and does it matter if you don’t have A level ... ??? And if you do .. which A level do you need??? And can you did your A level with the raf?
What’s the WHT like in training? Thanks 👍🏼
You'll get training prior to taking the WHT mate so dont worry about it.
Thanks for clearing this up Haydn! If you have any more questions then please let us know!
@@haydngregson6515 what’s wht
Hi, I want to join the RAF as a pilot and I was wondering if you really have to shave your hair as I seen in other videos about the RAF, I know you’ve mentioned that in the video but I want to double check, thanks a lot, have a great day! 😁
Hi Robert! You don't have to shave your hair off at all! After training, it's down to personal preference. If you keep your hair long for religious reasons then this is absolutely allowed too. A group of RAF personnel answer this questions themselves in a recent video ruclips.net/video/lKR3EctO-aI/видео.html from 1 minute and 41 seconds
I’m 11 years old (almost 12 my birthdays on 19th December) and I really like these type of things. I think it’s really interesting. I want to join something like this. Any advice if what I could do because I’m obviously not old enough. Thank you :]
Join the cadets
He has a slight South African accent
Always wanted to be in the raf but we recently found out that I have heart problems so I might not be able to make my dream come true
I just done the first stage and submitted my application to join as a chef. Hopefully all goes sound lol
How’s it going?
Are their opportunities to lift weights regularly
Yes! You'll have access to a gym at your base and the time to train regularly
TapIn thanks mate x
Can’t wait to start phase 2 at cosford
Gonna apply as an engineer officer after I finish my degree
Satire is great 😉👌
Are English White classed as obsolete equipment now?
Wokeness is obsolete!
how young do people go in the raf ??
16+
I’m a sport and exercise science graduate and I’m interested, am i qualified for leadership roles?
Hey Conor, how are you? You can go through this search filter to find out what roles you can apply for with your age, interests and qualifications www.raf.mod.uk/recruitment/roles-in-the-raf hope that helps!
I vividly remember swearing my oath of allegiance at Norwich in 1980, our officer in command taking the oath comments were “ well gentlemen now is the moment you’ve all been waiting for, and i notice we have none of our coloured brethren here today how refreshing”!!! And also taking my Corporals examination when one question read… “Cpl Limpwrist has taken redundancy and is setting up a flower shop! If he buys 20 bunches of pink flowers 🌸 etc etc, its was always a bigoted establishment in many respects but the airframe technician job i loved, Hopefully times have changed!!! But i suspect only marginally.
It was like that in my day too. Brilliant !!
Do you need to go to uni to be in the RAF?
No you don't! You can apply for a number of different roles in the RAF without a degree. You can find out which roles you can apply for by going to www.raf.mod.uk/recruitment/find-your-role and following and completing the quiz. There's only 4 questions to answer (full time or part time, your age, your qualifications and your interests) and then it shows you which roles are right for you. Hope that helps!
I want to be a fighter pilot but dont know how
Hoping to join as a fire fighter
That's awesome Ronan! When are you planning on applying?
Can’t wait for my AST in a month
How did it go?
@@TapInYT had to be cancelled due to the lockdown, am waiting on a reschedule currently, cheers for asking tho 👍
Can anyone send me Ast scores i need to get as the raf dont like giving them our for some bizare reason lol.
Hi Sean! Unfortunately AST score requirements are kept confidential - the best advice that we can give is to make sure that you're making the best use of the available practice tests and online forums
TapIn so in other words be psykik to understand how good you need to be.
@@seanjohn5236 no reason to know the ast scores, as you can't get the actual tests anyway, i have the passing sheet with them on, but without the test it's pontless.
Craig Mack how is it pointless when you can aim for that score, why do people need a running time? Why do people need anything if we go off by your writing,
@@seanjohn5236 i just don't understand how it would help you if you had the required score, when you can't even get the test?
Loved working with you guys!
And we loved working with you too!
I would love to join the raf if they would let me in.
Hey there, how are you? To find out if you're eligible for a role in the RAF you can go through this checklist here www.raf.mod.uk/recruitment/how-to-apply/eligibility-check hope that helps!
I'm a German but I was born in the UK and I dont have a British passport and i really wanna join the RAF
But I not quite sure that you have to be British
Heya! You can find what roles you'll be eligible to apply for here www.raf.mod.uk/recruitment/find-your-role different roles have different application criteria so it's still worth checking
Awesome bro! Be a cyber security
Hoping to join the raf in two years time 🤞🏻
Excited for you! Go for it!
TapIn thx
RAF High Wycombe! I used to work there as a steward. Say hello to Panos for me.
Haha that's awesome, we'll pass your message on!
Yeah being in the RA F is great,, yeah yeah yeah great
The cushy life of a junior staff officer with no real responsibility. Get him to make another video now and see if he can still book annual leave whenever he wants lol.
Cool video! I’m half way through basic training and was wondering how hard is the Weapon handling test? As i have it in a few weeks👍🏼
Hi Liam, that's really exciting! Are there any other recruits in the comments section that might have the answer? Wishing you luck!
TapIn thanks very much!
It's a piece of cake.
Hi guys, I’m an applicant in the process of joining the Royal Air Force as a Reg Gunner.
I’ll be covering the entire application process on my channel, which may interest some of you.
I posted my first video regarding the DAA on Saturday.
Please let me know if it was helpful, thank you.
0:42 as an officer your uniform must be absolutely perfect and even in the wedge wood as we call it in the cadets must be ironed properly.
My honest advice is never sign up. Once you do, then you can never go back on life. It was the greatest but also the worse mistake of my life serving in the RAF. It is not as bad as the army or marines etc, but you lose your sanity, especially when they throw you out onto civvy street and having to adjust.
We're sorry to hear that you didn't have the best experience Mark - what in particular made you feel like you were losing your sanity?
@@TapInYT It happens in all branches, we have vets homeless and on the streets, PTSD etc etc etc. The welfare charities do not help, unless you are a member. I served in the 90's and back then it was bad, but not as bad as it was years ago. We had no health and safety, I used to work with a lot of chemicals, my lungs are now on their last legs, a lot of people have launched legal battles as the chemicals we were using back then would not even be legal to use in civvy street. We had one gantry and literally had to hang off the planes just to do our job. Anything over six feet you are supposed to have proper scaffolding and measures in place. A bloke that I served with, he was bullied and this was before I got there, and he had tried hanging himself. Thankfully, he failed but bullying was part and parcel of the RAF back then, during basic people would be given regimental baths, and when you hear someone screaming and crying it is not a nice thing to hear. The list is endless really, but you can never become a civvie again, you are broken down to be made into an airmen, soldiers etc etc etc, and then built back up. You do get a lot of people leave the RAF and they adjust, but as the saying goes, you can take the man out of the forces, but you can never take the forces out of the man. We are supposed to be covered by the covenant, see Dr's before civvies etc etc. When I was close to being made homeless, I had letters from my local MP, he was the home office minster at the time, passed it on to the defence secretary to be told the covenant does not exist. However, I am going on a bit now, so I shall end it here lol
He's so much like Zac Efron
My mate was stationed at Wycombe High and he caught cancer from working with dodgy shit.
As a female wanting to become a fighter pilot, im now doubting whether i should join the raf or not. To be an RAF pilot you need to be able to commit 12 years of service, but i want to start a family and i want to be there when my child grows up. Im just so lost on what to do. Please help
Well I can tell you the RAF is not as good as 30+ years ago or even 20 years !! I would not recommend to any youngsters today !
RAF the Royal Engineers younger brother 😂😂
Currently in my final year of school. I’m from within the Commonwealth (ZA) but really hoping to try enlist in the Royal Military Police (RAF or Navy). Just gotta do more research with the Commonwealth enlistment requirements ‘n such. This video is certainly motivating.
Heya! You can find what roles you'll be eligible to apply for here www.raf.mod.uk/recruitment/find-your-role different roles have different application criteria so it's still worth checking
@@TapInYT
Great, thanks eh!
RAF. Once again showing g all the officers. How about doing a Video about the guys who actually do the work .and not the Shiney bums that sit in the offices. In other words the real Airforce.
Not a patch on my day ! 75 - 87
Do you have to cut your hair off
This is the furthest thing from the RAF I’ve ever seen
What's your experience of the RAF? We'd love to here about your story too!
TapIn, I’ve very little experience from the officer side of things so if that’s how things are at high Wycombe then it’s very disconnected from the rest of the Air Force
Zobbit!!
How many Billions of everyone’s tax money are you spending on spraying the sky?!
Shame on you.