The RAF is a true meritocracy, you won't regret joining up, it set myself up for life of which, could've been a whole lot different & not for the better at that. Training is tough, it's meant to be, they don't suffer fools either, afterall it's a privilege to serve, remember that, i served for nearly 10yrs, it was FANTASTIC.
The RAF will give anyone who becomes a member, a focus and targets in life. I have many friends who were not pilots in the RAF but used the the sports facilities, one was air movements and now a very senior pilot with Virgin, two ex SACs who are captians with Cathay, One a senior captain on A330s with a holiday company, myself 30 a professional pilot, one awkward JT who is now CEO of NHS North. So dont think about it, do it!
I'm interested to know more about the cabin crew rostering. Im assuming if they have worked long haul flights, they would get a couple of days off, then back on another flight, a layover somewhere, then back to the UK followed by another 1-2 days off? (Like civilian cabin crew flying patterns?)
I joined the RAF in 1999. I wish the internet was around then, like it is now. I would have done more research & joined a more adventurous and interesting trade, like this one. I only got a not very informative pamphlet from the careers office & went with what was available.
I was thinking about applying for this but according to the website you only do a year flying followed by a year in the catering/hospitality ground teams. How would it work if you only want the cabin crew role?
Hi You won't only do a year. Postings are normally between 2-4 years, so you'll be in that specific role for at least that amount of time. Also, the role encompasses both sides, so you may switch between the two during your time in service. Or you may spend more time on one than another. It will depend on your own career progression. RAF Recruitment
Hi You can see the practice AST here on the RAF Recruitment website. You can also watch the video explaining what will happen on the day. We don't give out scores as it won't mean anything to you anyway as there are different scores in different sections. www.raf.mod.uk/recruitment/how-to-apply/ast RAF Recruitment
So…. I’m 33 and I have my AST in the next couple of weeks. I’ve got a few questions. I’m applying for the firefighter role. Am I too old? Are there many people my age joining? Also I have a fiancé and 2 kids that I’d prefer NOT to be far away from after basic training. Are these things that are possible or is it like I’m sent where I’m sent and that’s that?
Hi No, you're not too old, the upper age for entry for that role is 47. We have people across all age ranges apply for all roles. You can give a preference to where you're posted, but it will be the RAF that decides and it will be where you're needed. That could be any station the RAF has in the UK, or elsewhere in the world. We will take your preference into account, but it's not always guaranteed. And it depends on where you currently live as to whether you're near an RAF station you could be posted to. Your family can live with you, there is an option for non-married couples to get accommodation, although you'll need to prove commitment (joint bank account, for example). Or you can travel to your posting weekly/shift pattern too, for example. RAF Recruitment
Hi guys, wondering if anyone could give me any insight on joining the RAF. Was interested in becoming a logistics driver if someone could tell me what's it like that would be great :) thanks.
Hi Kyle It's worth getting in touch with your local Armed Forces Careers Office. They will be able to give you some insight into the role and what life is like. Best of luck
@@royalairforce Whats the special features of this aircraft. Is it similar to air force one or is it better. I mean, are there any special treatment for special VIP personnel/PM/Royal officials i.e conference rooms etc I'm the aircraft?
@@ibnahmed7537 They have their own specialised aircraft for government ministers, royals tend to fly in a modified BAe 146 but the majority of troop transport fly the repurposed tanker aircrafts
Hi In the RAF Steward role you'll start on aircraft but you will have postings where you'll be on the ground in a mess etc. However, you're posted every 2-3 years so you'll have different places where you'll work during your career. RAF Recruitment
, Hello Tom, understand fully about the job they do.Still dolly trollys in a different uniform. Except better paid working for a feral British airline or orish one.
And you're not profficient in basic grammar, even with a modern device that could correct it for you. No, they're not soildiers, they are Royal Air Force personnel performing their peace time military role, air and ground stewards. All RAF personnel also have a designated 'war role'.are trained in basic force protection to defend an installation and assessts in time of war. Garry H, ex RAF.
I'm a soldier transferring to the RAF, don't get the army guys trying to play it off like they are far better. In the army you get fucked around and shat on from day one. Roll on a better career where you get treat like a human being. Roll on Raf driver
I served as a steward, early eighties. Believe me, we where trained in combat roles, and trained every six months, we also trained up, in fire fighting duties and security of bases. The work, was demanding at times. But it was good, fun.The job, put me in good stead, for a long and successful second career in the emergency services. Happily retired at 53 years of age.
The RAF is a true meritocracy, you won't regret joining up, it set myself up for life of which, could've been a whole lot different & not for the better at that. Training is tough, it's meant to be, they don't suffer fools either, afterall it's a privilege to serve, remember that, i served for nearly 10yrs, it was FANTASTIC.
The RAF will give anyone who becomes a member, a focus and targets in life. I have many friends who were not pilots in the RAF but used the the sports facilities, one was air movements and now a very senior pilot with Virgin, two ex SACs who are captians with Cathay, One a senior captain on A330s with a holiday company, myself 30 a professional pilot, one awkward JT who is now CEO of NHS North. So dont think about it, do it!
can you tell me all a bit more about how you all became professional pilots despite not being pilots in the raf?
"Barbados, Las Vegas, Malaga, Cyprus... Lossiemouth"
Lossie being the best one out them all, of course... ;)
@@rjt6954 of course! What more could you want other than the bustling culture filled towns of Forres or Elgin!
I hope that someday I could fly these aircraft, love the voyager!
Hopefully be applying for this role within the next year 🙏
goodluck mate
How is it going?
M
I'm interested to know more about the cabin crew rostering. Im assuming if they have worked long haul flights, they would get a couple of days off, then back on another flight, a layover somewhere, then back to the UK followed by another 1-2 days off? (Like civilian cabin crew flying patterns?)
I joined the RAF in 1999. I wish the internet was around then, like it is now. I would have done more research & joined a more adventurous and interesting trade, like this one.
I only got a not very informative pamphlet from the careers office & went with what was available.
That's really cool
You do a great job guys. 👍
I was thinking about applying for this but according to the website you only do a year flying followed by a year in the catering/hospitality ground teams. How would it work if you only want the cabin crew role?
Hi
You won't only do a year. Postings are normally between 2-4 years, so you'll be in that specific role for at least that amount of time.
Also, the role encompasses both sides, so you may switch between the two during your time in service. Or you may spend more time on one than another. It will depend on your own career progression.
RAF Recruitment
@@royalairforce Thank you for the information.
I want to do this role but I was wondering how is the airman test and what is the pass mark to be able to join in this role?
Hi
You can see the practice AST here on the RAF Recruitment website. You can also watch the video explaining what will happen on the day. We don't give out scores as it won't mean anything to you anyway as there are different scores in different sections.
www.raf.mod.uk/recruitment/how-to-apply/ast
RAF Recruitment
So…. I’m 33 and I have my AST in the next couple of weeks. I’ve got a few questions. I’m applying for the firefighter role. Am I too old? Are there many people my age joining? Also I have a fiancé and 2 kids that I’d prefer NOT to be far away from after basic training. Are these things that are possible or is it like I’m sent where I’m sent and that’s that?
Hi
No, you're not too old, the upper age for entry for that role is 47. We have people across all age ranges apply for all roles.
You can give a preference to where you're posted, but it will be the RAF that decides and it will be where you're needed. That could be any station the RAF has in the UK, or elsewhere in the world. We will take your preference into account, but it's not always guaranteed. And it depends on where you currently live as to whether you're near an RAF station you could be posted to.
Your family can live with you, there is an option for non-married couples to get accommodation, although you'll need to prove commitment (joint bank account, for example). Or you can travel to your posting weekly/shift pattern too, for example.
RAF Recruitment
How often will I fly If I APPLY for Ground and Air Stewardess?
Do you have to live in the barracks, or could I still live at home, thanks
Hi
Once you've completed your training you can decide to live on station or in your own place, it's entirely up to you.
RAF Recruitment
Royal Air Force Brilliant thanks for the quick reply
Let us now see a video on a 4 month winter tour of the Falklands.
Hi guys, wondering if anyone could give me any insight on joining the RAF. Was interested in becoming a logistics driver if someone could tell me what's it like that would be great :) thanks.
Hi Kyle
It's worth getting in touch with your local Armed Forces Careers Office. They will be able to give you some insight into the role and what life is like.
Best of luck
So interested in this job. Where can I learn more about this job and where can I apply.
Via the role page via the link in the video description.
RAF Recruitment
@@royalairforce Whats the special features of this aircraft. Is it similar to air force one or is it better.
I mean, are there any special treatment for special VIP personnel/PM/Royal officials i.e conference rooms etc I'm the aircraft?
@@ibnahmed7537 They have their own specialised aircraft for government ministers, royals tend to fly in a modified BAe 146 but the majority of troop transport fly the repurposed tanker aircrafts
Are the RAF aircrafts exclusively for the military personnels?
Hi
They are used for a range of things when required. Transporting personnel, air to air refuelling etc.
RAF Recruitment
@@royalairforce thank you po
i really like the content
My dream job is to join the red arrows!
A330 (1st)
Autism
Hi ! Can I join RAF? I am a Sri Lankan citizen.
Can I just do cabin crew roles?
Hi
In the RAF Steward role you'll start on aircraft but you will have postings where you'll be on the ground in a mess etc. However, you're posted every 2-3 years so you'll have different places where you'll work during your career.
RAF Recruitment
Look nothing like trolley dollies.
i hope to be from this famiy
shiny 10
cabin crew keep it up
RAF Jamaica!!!!!! lol
Basically a male and female skivvy in the military. You'd be better thought of working for Ryan air.
SREUX Not really they are there for your safety also to ensure the soldiers have a good flight there or back ✈️
, Hello Tom, understand fully about the job they do.Still dolly trollys in a different uniform. Except better paid working for a feral British airline or orish one.
Pack of Lies
There not soldiers 😂😂😂😂
And you're not profficient in basic grammar, even with a modern device that could correct it for you. No, they're not soildiers, they are Royal Air Force personnel performing their peace time military role, air and ground stewards. All RAF personnel also have a designated 'war role'.are trained in basic force protection to defend an installation and assessts in time of war. Garry H, ex RAF.
I'm a soldier transferring to the RAF, don't get the army guys trying to play it off like they are far better.
In the army you get fucked around and shat on from day one.
Roll on a better career where you get treat like a human being.
Roll on Raf driver
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I served as a steward, early eighties. Believe me, we where trained in combat roles, and trained every six months, we also trained up, in fire fighting duties and security of bases. The work, was demanding at times. But it was good, fun.The job, put me in good stead, for a long and successful second career in the emergency services. Happily retired at 53 years of age.