Jobsworth having served for 12 years in the RAF myself I must beg to differ. I have met people who have asked me which tools to buy when coming out metric or imperial, which gives me the impression of not being so bright. Another thing is going on about
"when I was in the RAF", the fact that someone has done 22 years does not always mean they are any good. You will find times when you leave that you will deny your ex RAF so as to not be mistaken for being a Donkey. Two positives about leaving the RAF
1. Overtime
2. No secondary duty crap
As far as the best route for a licence course is concerned I would suggest going to Kidlington, I did both my A & C with them and found them very good (passed both first time).
Good luck with the job hunting
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"Tally Ho"