Originally Posted by
doris day
guys the writing is on the wall. we are suddenly losing far too many people and with no ability to replace. how many pilots, winchmen. winchop/radops. chc is a very attractive alternative
Interestingly, I applied for a x-over to Radop from FJ nav about 5 yrs ago.
I was told;
1. We don't need anyone.
2. The SAR world is fully manned.
3. You're needed in the FJ world (14 F3 navs left the force within the previous 2 years to take up various pilot x-over and aerosystems posts).
and then,
4. We're heavily recruiting.
" ... but those recruits will take a couple of years to get through the system"
5. We can't justify moving you.
" ... why not?"
6. Because we can pay a Sgt 2/3 of your salary.
So, 5 yrs on I'm leaving, having turned down PA. I sympathise with the SAR boys, but not with the RAF.
Those of you who stay will continue to get screwed, while the commitments increase.
The hierarchy will continue to get promoted, keeping quiet until they leave the service at which point they will start to sympathise with the squaddie/airman/seaman - a sentiment that will only serve to enhance their new media career. I'd love to have stayed, but the deal was all 'one-way'.
This isn't actually about me or you, but the fact that sadly, one of the most prestigious arms of the RAF will be privatised and the public's safety will be compromised by commercial pressures.