Anyone that thinks that an Army WO compares in any way with an RAF WO is seriously deluded. Most of the ones I had any dealings with were probably at Chief/FS level at best.
Oxoneil, While I can't get too wound-up with the Chief's ramblings I have to take the bait with your last one-liner. Well into my 4th decade as a light blue it is my delight to work with a couple of Royal Signals WOs at least 15 years my junior. You couldn't ask for better, more professional, individuals. The other Army WOs (1 & 2) I come across during my normal duties are all from the same mould. Their promotion system encourages excellence; WO1 then commission or out at aged 40.