I've decided to change careers and am thinking of joining the raf. I'm 29 with a mortgage, wife and daughter. I wanted to join the army as a youngster but was talked out of it.
@@joe7d321 You're right mate. My son is only just 3 years old though, and he needs that father figure. I would feel that regret though I reckon. Tough one!
I'm 13 in Air Cadets and I would like to go to RAF Halton and hopefully become a Physical Training Instructor! Because instead of moving around a lot I like to stay in one place, but with a dad in the Army its quite difficult to! I also love helping people! :)
Good choice. The RAF Regiment are a highly professional and respected fighting force. A lot of lads make it into SF and/or UKSFSG too. Go for it mate and make something of yourself! Garry, RAF, 1987_2006.
Go for it tommy! I started in the cadets 6 years ago and I've just sent my pilots application off, keep it at and never lose sight of what you want to achieve!
You don't need a degree to do the role int he RAF and we'll train you (while you're being paid) and you can gain a degree while in service too. www.raf.mod.uk/recruitment/roles/roles-finder/technical-and-engineering/cyberspace-communication-specialist/ RAF Recruitment
Royal Air Force What makes a good candidate for this role? I've been learning networking and building firewalls/servers as a hobby and I'm curious what level of expertise or interest in the subject makes one a good candidate to apply.
not trying to dissuade you from it but i would recommend considering other aircrew roles aswell, more possibilities and after a few year your can apply for pilot training anyway
lordmick roach Some people would go for a military pilot over an airline pilot because they want to serve their country. Although, I agree with you. If you just want to be a pilot in general go for an airline although the fees are extortionate.
Hi Harry White, You will have to work on your fitness before joining, however there is a 12-week fitness plan available on our recruitment website which will help you prepare for your pre-joining fitness test, if that is what you decide to do. www.raf.mod.uk/recruitment/how-to-apply/eligibility-check/ (Scroll down to fitness requirements) Best of luck.
Im joining as a chef in October of this year . I have my PRTC dates for the start of Augast and im only 16 years old but im extremely excited to do this weekend and get an idea of what BRTC would be like when i join the Air force in October
Urbex As we've linked you to in another of your comments. Have you taken a look at the BRTC video diaries available on this channel? th-cam.com/video/iHml-2uXfBo/w-d-xo.html Kind regards RAF Recruitment
Urbex The only change to the course is an extra week, you can see a course breakdown on the RAF Recruitment website under the 'Application Process' section. Choose the role you're applying for from the drop down list first for full details. RAF Recruitment
Harry You can see the pay on the role page on the RAF Recruitment website: www.raf.mod.uk/recruitment/roles/roles-finder/logistics/chef RAF Recruitment
Could I sign up for regular infantry when I'm 15 as a reserve? I'm British of Polish/Belarusian origins so I don't have to worry about the background check. I want to join as an reserve when I go to College. I will have loads of spare time as well so that will not be a problem. Thanks, Philip Bernatowicz
Hi You can leave before the 12 year point, that's the RAF commitment to you, 12 years guaranteed employment. However, depending on how you're streamed you may not have completed all of your training until 3-4 years into service and we expect a minimum return of service post training because we've spent a lot of time and money training you for a specific role. You have several years before you're able to apply, keep looking into the RAF and the role and decide when you're ready to apply. RAF Recruitment
SalYou can find the eligibility criteria for each role here on the RAF Recruitment website:www.raf.mod.uk/recruitment/how-to-apply/eligibility-check/RAF Recruitment
Being a Commonwealth Citizen would allow you to join the RAF with no problems. However, unless you have been living in the UK for at least 5 years you "will require more eligibility checks" than usual. Either way, you have to train in the UK.
MrWackyGuy what if your not a British citizen or commonwealth citizen? I really want to join the RAF but I am a French national. I have lived in the UK for 12 years now.
What if I have a British passport, and my mum came from England to Spain in the 80s, and still have family there. Can I join without having to live in England for 5 years?
All entry requirements are listed on the role page on the RAF Recruitment website: www.raf.mod.uk/recruitment/roles/roles-finder/logistics/driver/ RAF Recruitment
Does anyone know how difficult it is to re-trade once you're in? I can't imagine they would want to retrain a person after they've spent 4 years in their role. Would you have to quit and reapply?
Hi We advise everyone to apply for the role they really want to do because you could be doing it for a long time, so it needs to be right for you. You can ask for a retrade at phase one or initially into phase two training, but only if you meet the qualifications and have passed the aptitude scoring for what you'd like to change to. And even then it's highly unlikely as there are training slots to fill for each intake etc. Choose the right role for you at the start, it will make your career much better. RAF Recruitment
Different roles have different entry requirements, so it depends entirely on the role you wish to apply for. The requirements are listed on each role page on the RAF Recruitment website, along with all of the other entry and eligibility criteria: www.raf.mod.uk/recruitment/roles-in-the-raf Kind regards RAF Recruitment
Hi You apply to be a pilot, the RAF decides which type of aircraft you'll fly (multi-engine, fast jet, rotary etc). You can give a preference, but it's not guaranteed. RAF Recruitment
Hi You will apply to be a pilot, the RAF decides which type of aircraft you'll fly (Fast Jet, Rotary or Multi-Engine etc). This is determined by a number of factors and you can give a preference, but it's an RAF decision. RAF Recruitment
Hi The opportunities for sport etc are open to every role in the RAF. How busy you'll be at different times during your career will change, but the options will be there. RAF Recruitment
Would I be able to redo my maths and English GCSE because I’ve tried to get a C for 5 years but I can’t do education, also looking to join in 1-2 years
Hi There are learning centres on most RAF stations where you can gain further qualifications. This is usually done in your own time, but if it's required as part of your role then you may get time off to study. But you will need to meet all of the entry requirements for the role you wish to apply for before you can submit your application. RAF Recruitment
Hey, if I want to join the RAF as a pilot do I have to go to war, or is there a division where you intercept planes that are unidentifiable aircrafts in UK airspace? As I would rather that than go to war.
Hi You'd apply to be a pilot, the RAF decides which type of aircraft you'll fly. Whether that's Fast Jet, Rotary or Multi-Engine etc. At some point you'll be operationally deployed, you're joining one of the armed forces, so you should expect that as part of the role. Especially as a pilot. The role is very varied though. RAF Recruitment
JackYou don't need a degree to be able to apply for the pilot role, only GCSEs and A levels. The decision to do a degree would be entirely yours. Entry details are here on the role page on the RAF Recruitment website:www.raf.mod.uk/recruitment/roles/roles-finder/aircrew/pilot/
The RAF is everything I look for in a job, unfortunately I’m not sure I would cope at war though. I would rather do “behind the scene” kind of roles. My main interests are the electrician, aircraft maintenance, and police (police i believe would be more frontline with the reg tho) However, all personnel are still soldiers first, I’ve got a few months until I can apply so I’m going to go to a careers adviser at some point and perhaps a recruiter too. I really want to join but with how wars are going currently, I question whether it would be worth it. On the contrary, if war was to break out, I can only assume civilians would be drafted into war too though. Does anyone here have any experience as a similar role to what I’m interested in?
Hi Patrick Entry and eligibility requirements are listed on each role page on the RAF Recruitment website. It will depend on the role you wish to apply for, different roles have different requirements. RAF Recruitment
Henry Johnson I worked very, very hard and it just wasn't enough. In 1993 they just weren't recruiting pilots and selection was only for the very best. My Dad was in the RAF and it was my dream to be a pilot, but I just let it all go because I was rejected for pilot training. That is something I have always regretted because you can do anything in the RAF and still be proud of what you do.
Hi We have entire videos dedicated to the RAF Regiment on the channel. We need to promote all of the roles in the RAF, not just the Regiment. And this video is several years old too. RAF Recruitment
considering the UK is very equal in rights an pretty much no one gets judged by colour or race i'd say yes i just read on the website, it says you need to have lived in the UK for five years before you apply and leave for no more than 28 days per year
Men already know they can be in the RAF, so they put more effort into letting women, an underrepressented and underexploited recruitment source, know they can join too.
My office is full of woman at work, so I thought I'd go for a career change with a bit more male energy, this was not what I was expecting from the RAF godam lol
@@nikolasskalsson2509 You’re hilarious. Personally, I wouldn’t rely on a load of girls to protect my country. They’d just spend their time bitching at the enemy
I'd so love to work in the RAF flying either flying or servicing aircraft, I'm a bit young at the minute but I can get there
You are probably old enough now seen as u wrote this 3 years ago but hope u do well in life and keep fit both mentally and physically pal
Good luck with your job mate hope you get in
I've decided to change careers and am thinking of joining the raf. I'm 29 with a mortgage, wife and daughter. I wanted to join the army as a youngster but was talked out of it.
How'd you get on? Are you in? Im going to apply now
Try reserves first maybe get a feel for it
How did you go mate? I'm almost 28 with a little boy, mortgage, and a Mrs and I'm thinking of RAF Police. Finding it hard to leave them though.
Jamie at long term will be worth it mate go for it even tho will be hard leaving them is better than regret in the future not joining
@@joe7d321 You're right mate. My son is only just 3 years old though, and he needs that father figure. I would feel that regret though I reckon. Tough one!
I'm 13 in Air Cadets and I would like to go to RAF Halton and hopefully become a Physical Training Instructor! Because instead of moving around a lot I like to stay in one place, but with a dad in the Army its quite difficult to! I also love helping people! :)
Air cadets might share some similarities with the RAF but is very different sadly
Very nice, what rank/classification are you now?
I'm 17 going to apply for the raf regiment very soon
James Pash Its a good Role to join in the RAF . Regiment Gunners are important . Best of luck with your application process
James Pash I’m 16 soon as I leave school I want to be weapons technician
Good choice. The RAF Regiment are a highly professional and respected fighting force. A lot of lads make it into SF and/or UKSFSG too. Go for it mate and make something of yourself! Garry, RAF, 1987_2006.
Me too mate. How’d you get on?
Nice but prepare for constant banter from the army
I'm 13 and in the air cadets and I want to be a qra pilot at raf coningsby grades are looking good
air cadet tommy hi I am same age how do u join the air candidate
@@annahouse2298 You want to be a air cadet right?
Go for it tommy! I started in the cadets 6 years ago and I've just sent my pilots application off, keep it at and never lose sight of what you want to achieve!
Clench Chad Man that’s we’re your ring most people don’t want to be a pilot
I'm becoming air cadet in the new school year
I'm currently in the process of applying to university to do computer networks, but I also would really enjoy doing so in the RAF 😩
You don't need a degree to do the role int he RAF and we'll train you (while you're being paid) and you can gain a degree while in service too.
www.raf.mod.uk/recruitment/roles/roles-finder/technical-and-engineering/cyberspace-communication-specialist/
RAF Recruitment
Royal Air Force What makes a good candidate for this role? I've been learning networking and building firewalls/servers as a hobby and I'm curious what level of expertise or interest in the subject makes one a good candidate to apply.
New to me, no more trades for Men in the RAF 33 years Ltech AD
im an american thats joing the USAF
idk what the hell im doing here
My dream is to become a RAF pilot but my grades right now at school are not doing that great so hopefully I still have time to change.
not trying to dissuade you from it but i would recommend considering other aircrew roles aswell, more possibilities and after a few year your can apply for pilot training anyway
Better still,forget the RAF and go straight for the airlines. Look up CTC Bournemouth. An Airline pilot erans an awful lot more
lordmick roach Some people would go for a military pilot over an airline pilot because they want to serve their country. Although, I agree with you. If you just want to be a pilot in general go for an airline although the fees are extortionate.
I hope your grades have gotten better now, I want to be a fast jet pilot and mine are looking ok so far.
I would love to do this but my BMI is low and my fitness is bad. Would I have to fix this myself or would the RAF help me?
Hi Harry White,
You will have to work on your fitness before joining, however there is a 12-week fitness plan available on our recruitment website which will help you prepare for your pre-joining fitness test, if that is what you decide to do.
www.raf.mod.uk/recruitment/how-to-apply/eligibility-check/ (Scroll down to fitness requirements)
Best of luck.
Im joining as a chef in October of this year . I have my PRTC dates for the start of Augast and im only 16 years old but im extremely excited to do this weekend and get an idea of what BRTC would be like when i join the Air force in October
Urbex
As we've linked you to in another of your comments. Have you taken a look at the BRTC video diaries available on this channel?
th-cam.com/video/iHml-2uXfBo/w-d-xo.html
Kind regards
RAF Recruitment
Royal Air Force Yes i have seen both of the videos . Very instresting , however they arent a recent update but i still gained alot from it!
Urbex
The only change to the course is an extra week, you can see a course breakdown on the RAF Recruitment website under the 'Application Process' section. Choose the role you're applying for from the drop down list first for full details.
RAF Recruitment
Urbex _ Brxndan what's the pay like?
Harry
You can see the pay on the role page on the RAF Recruitment website:
www.raf.mod.uk/recruitment/roles/roles-finder/logistics/chef
RAF Recruitment
Could I sign up for regular infantry when I'm 15 as a reserve? I'm British of Polish/Belarusian origins so I don't have to worry about the background check.
I want to join as an reserve when I go to College. I will have loads of spare time as well so that will not be a problem.
Thanks,
Philip Bernatowicz
I’m looking at Cyberspace Comms Specialist is this a good role, I’ve currently been studying computing and IT for 5 years in college
I want to be a pilot in the RAF; want to fly jets, could you give me an idea of what the eligibility entries are please?
Eden John 3 years later, did you decide to pursue that career?
Can men join the RAF?
WOW....this looks exiting! Ihave a dream of flying a rescue sea king...no idea how to go about it lol.
The Sea King is retired...
I'm 14, and when I am older I want to be a pilot in the RAF. The only thing is that I'm not prepared to serve for 12 years.
Don’t let that put you off, you will probably enjoy it so much you’ll want 24 year aha, just go for it, you have nothing to lose
Hi
You can leave before the 12 year point, that's the RAF commitment to you, 12 years guaranteed employment. However, depending on how you're streamed you may not have completed all of your training until 3-4 years into service and we expect a minimum return of service post training because we've spent a lot of time and money training you for a specific role.
You have several years before you're able to apply, keep looking into the RAF and the role and decide when you're ready to apply.
RAF Recruitment
Why do the RAF have a higher upper age limited for joining than the Army and Navy?
Let's say, if I was a foreign, would I be allowed to join the RAF?
SalYou can find the eligibility criteria for each role here on the RAF Recruitment website:www.raf.mod.uk/recruitment/how-to-apply/eligibility-check/RAF Recruitment
Royal Air Force that link doesn't seem to work, what about a person who has British citizenship and is in a commonwealth country?
Being a Commonwealth Citizen would allow you to join the RAF with no problems. However, unless you have been living in the UK for at least 5 years you "will require more eligibility checks" than usual. Either way, you have to train in the UK.
MrWackyGuy what if your not a British citizen or commonwealth citizen? I really want to join the RAF but I am a French national. I have lived in the UK for 12 years now.
What if I have a British passport, and my mum came from England to Spain in the 80s, and still have family there. Can I join without having to live in England for 5 years?
to become a logistics driver at 17 do i need a driving licence or would you teach me to drive?
All entry requirements are listed on the role page on the RAF Recruitment website:
www.raf.mod.uk/recruitment/roles/roles-finder/logistics/driver/
RAF Recruitment
Does anyone know how difficult it is to re-trade once you're in? I can't imagine they would want to retrain a person after they've spent 4 years in their role. Would you have to quit and reapply?
Hi
We advise everyone to apply for the role they really want to do because you could be doing it for a long time, so it needs to be right for you.
You can ask for a retrade at phase one or initially into phase two training, but only if you meet the qualifications and have passed the aptitude scoring for what you'd like to change to. And even then it's highly unlikely as there are training slots to fill for each intake etc.
Choose the right role for you at the start, it will make your career much better.
RAF Recruitment
Eden John
You can find the entry and eligibility requirements on the RAF Recruitment website.
RAF Recruitment
Royal Air Force I really want to join the Air Force but I have no idea what role is best for me
I am in the air cadets dose that boost my chance of getting into the RAF?
The knowledge and experience the ATC gives you will help whilst going through the selection process, but will not guarantee you a place.
What are the requirements to be a RAF engineer?
Different roles have different entry requirements, so it depends entirely on the role you wish to apply for. The requirements are listed on each role page on the RAF Recruitment website, along with all of the other entry and eligibility criteria:
www.raf.mod.uk/recruitment/roles-in-the-raf
Kind regards
RAF Recruitment
If I just wanna join the RAF to become a pilot to fly planes like cargo, not fighter planes, what would I need to do?
Hi
You apply to be a pilot, the RAF decides which type of aircraft you'll fly (multi-engine, fast jet, rotary etc). You can give a preference, but it's not guaranteed.
RAF Recruitment
@@royalairforce Thanks very much
If you join the RAF as a pilot, do they choose the plane you fly?
Hi
You will apply to be a pilot, the RAF decides which type of aircraft you'll fly (Fast Jet, Rotary or Multi-Engine etc). This is determined by a number of factors and you can give a preference, but it's an RAF decision.
RAF Recruitment
When I get to the required age to join the Raf I want to be pilot
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?
Hi
The opportunities for sport etc are open to every role in the RAF. How busy you'll be at different times during your career will change, but the options will be there.
RAF Recruitment
Would I be able to redo my maths and English GCSE because I’ve tried to get a C for 5 years but I can’t do education, also looking to join in 1-2 years
Hi
There are learning centres on most RAF stations where you can gain further qualifications. This is usually done in your own time, but if it's required as part of your role then you may get time off to study. But you will need to meet all of the entry requirements for the role you wish to apply for before you can submit your application.
RAF Recruitment
I'm planning on joining the RAF fire service if my local fire and rescue service isn't recruiting
then move if you really want iy
I've been to RAF cosford
X-Event Gaming I'm going this Sunday with cadets for the airshow
Hey, if I want to join the RAF as a pilot do I have to go to war, or is there a division where you intercept planes that are unidentifiable aircrafts in UK airspace? As I would rather that than go to war.
Hi
You'd apply to be a pilot, the RAF decides which type of aircraft you'll fly. Whether that's Fast Jet, Rotary or Multi-Engine etc.
At some point you'll be operationally deployed, you're joining one of the armed forces, so you should expect that as part of the role. Especially as a pilot. The role is very varied though.
RAF Recruitment
Royal Air Force Thanks! Still deciding if I join police or air cadets 😂
I have gotten my educational qualifications from Hong Kong which is known as HKDSE, can I still join if I meet other requirements?? 🥺
check their website theres a page on foreign qualifications
@@lordpreminger thank you!! ☺️
@@5w3t44 how’s it going mate?
@@MangoLemonaideFresh
It's not listed on the website :'((
What degree would be preferred for those wanting to become a Pilot in the Royal Air Force?
JackYou don't need a degree to be able to apply for the pilot role, only GCSEs and A levels. The decision to do a degree would be entirely yours. Entry details are here on the role page on the RAF Recruitment website:www.raf.mod.uk/recruitment/roles/roles-finder/aircrew/pilot/
Royal Air Force What about if you wanted to become a pilot but hadn't been in the ATC or had any flying experience? Does the RAF provide the training?
Hi, please take a look at our Recruitment Website for all the information you need. www.raf.mod.uk/recruitment/roles/roles-finder/?category=aircrew
few i recognise
The RAF is everything I look for in a job, unfortunately I’m not sure I would cope at war though. I would rather do “behind the scene” kind of roles. My main interests are the electrician, aircraft maintenance, and police (police i believe would be more frontline with the reg tho) However, all personnel are still soldiers first, I’ve got a few months until I can apply so I’m going to go to a careers adviser at some point and perhaps a recruiter too. I really want to join but with how wars are going currently, I question whether it would be worth it. On the contrary, if war was to break out, I can only assume civilians would be drafted into war too though. Does anyone here have any experience as a similar role to what I’m interested in?
Nothing about the RAF Regiment in this video?
Hi
You realise this video is from 2014? There were other roles we had to promote at that time.
RAF Recruitment
Can an Irish citizen join or do you have to be a British citizen?
Hi Patrick
Entry and eligibility requirements are listed on each role page on the RAF Recruitment website. It will depend on the role you wish to apply for, different roles have different requirements.
RAF Recruitment
The British military has literally thousands of Southern Irish citizens in it.
Ayyy me and andrea are last name twins 😂😂
I really want to be a pilot in the RAF
Henry Johnson If you work hard and meet all of the entry and eligibility criteria then you'll be able to apply.
RAF Recruitment
Henry Johnson I worked very, very hard and it just wasn't enough. In 1993 they just weren't recruiting pilots and selection was only for the very best. My Dad was in the RAF and it was my dream to be a pilot, but I just let it all go because I was rejected for pilot training. That is something I have always regretted because you can do anything in the RAF and still be proud of what you do.
Henry Johnson are you a pilot now?
Andrew James oh shit
Too much cronyism needed for promotion and I don't like beer.
I would really love to be a raf pilot but do they accept foreigners?
No, they very strict with it. You must be a British, Irish or commonwealth citizen.
@@harrywhite9030 I'm Nigerian
@@tunz4790 I think they'll consider you if you have a dual citizenship and have lived in the UK for a certain amount of time.
Thanks
No mention of RAF Regiment - disgraceful.!! Rock Apes are at the core / heart of the RAF...
Hi
We have entire videos dedicated to the RAF Regiment on the channel. We need to promote all of the roles in the RAF, not just the Regiment. And this video is several years old too.
RAF Recruitment
I think you need a sense of humour review RAF Recruitment!
Can I join the RAF if I wasn't british .. I mean if I was from an arabic country and I wanted to join the royal air force can that be possible or no?
considering the UK is very equal in rights an pretty much no one gets judged by colour or race i'd say yes
i just read on the website, it says you need to have lived in the UK for five years before you apply and leave for no more than 28 days per year
Malteasers 2000 thank you very much
as long as you have British citizenship I assume so
iamawatermelon yeah you need a citizenship card
I’m 13 and want to join air cadets
I would like to join the raf but i am a 19 man and this video shows only women are allowed. What can I do?
You sound like a massive pussy so you'll be ok.
Men already know they can be in the RAF, so they put more effort into letting women, an underrepressented and underexploited recruitment source, know they can join too.
Why are only women in the air force?
Would I stand a chance of joining the RAF? Being male and all
I’ll see you up in the clouds boyz
Any men in the RAF
My office is full of woman at work, so I thought I'd go for a career change with a bit more male energy, this was not what I was expecting from the RAF godam lol
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Not a single man?! What? Has the RAF got too many of them already??!
There are no single men they’re all married, you’ll have to look elsewhere
@@nikolasskalsson2509 You’re hilarious. Personally, I wouldn’t rely on a load of girls to protect my country. They’d just spend their time bitching at the enemy
I’d like to join but I’m not a woman.
Why not include the regiment?? You bunch of guins
Hi
The video was produced in 2014. The RAF Regt have had many videos produced specifically about them and their role since then.
RAF Recruitment
What a totally sexist advert, dont they recruit men into the RAF any more??
Spot on!!! Disgusting