Not sure what to think of this. From a newsletter I have received…
“The RAF has started a transition from the legacy 80 branches and trades to a structure modelled around 'Professions…. This change is part of the transformation into the 'Next Generation Air Force' where we will see just 11 professions across all ranks (commissioned and non-commissioned).
There are a number of reasons behind this change aimed at increasing workforce agility (the range of employment the Service can direct our people to undertake) and flexibility (the ability of our people to request differing employment roles). Each profession (or group of professions) will have a single 2-star head
The RN & Army are also moving across to Professions….. The whole transition to professions is due to end by 2026…
And finally, the RAF is in the process of reviewing the 'Air Command Operating Model'. In the same way that the move to Professions is aiming to get personnel employment and careers fit for the Next Gen Air Force so the Air Command Operating Model aims to get the RAF structures fit for how we operate and fight……”