I am also 17 and considering a career in the RAF. I haven't done OASC yet but I think I do not have what it takes to be a pilot, but I don't know this for certain yet. I am also considering a career as a Weapon Systems Operator in the Crewman role.
As for joining the RN, I would love to join as a pilot there, or even as a Crewman. I don't mind what force I am in as long as I get to fly. As far as I can see the Fellt Air Arm as just as good as the RAF, not insinuating that the RAf are better. Both have their fair share of victories and defeats, good and bad points. I would seriously think twice before bad-mouthing either of these fine organisations.
I am also considering going to university to give me a bit more time to think about my options. It would also be beneficial to have a degree so if I decided the RAF wasn't for me after joining, I would have something to fall back on.
All the options are open, and there's still time to decide.
Any adive would be appreciated by the way.
Dave
