Originally Posted by
kerrwaf
The perforation is small enough to have an operation to cover it up. Would this make a difference or is it the fact that i have had one? Is there actually a reason for not allowing people with a perforated eardrum into the RAF?
thanks
You would have to ask at your Local AFCO to get a definative answer. As is the case with a million things in the RAF selection process, fail points don't always have an obvious grounding in reality - take for example the fact that for pilot branch you need nigh on perfect vision, yet once in can wear glasses if the need arises. It's simply based on the fact that they have more than enough incredibly talented people to chose from and as such can afford to be incredibly selective. In the case of eardrums I would guess the loose basis of the disqualification will be on grounds of hearing fidelity and risks of barotrauma. Once again you really need to speak to the AFCO to get the official line.
Originally Posted by
Mike Jenvey
[Tee hee!!] 
What aircraft, what speed....??
Now, as for this time navigation problem - More importantly, are you going with or against the rotation of the earth?
