Good to see that PB isn't talking crap as usual!
Ignore his comments that the RAF helo guys are third raters. Perhaps he would like to add flesh to the bones on that one.
The selection process is the same as in the navy. If you're good enough for FJ you'll go if there's a slot. If not you'll be looked at individually and fitted into whichever peg is the most appropriate.
In the RAF helo force, you will do many more varied things, in more modern aircraft with better support. (our game is flying aircraft, not sailing so that's were the money goes)
HPT