Roadster280, the work of a 'battie' wasn't something forced upon a particular individual, it was a specific trade.
Whereas the Army and, in particular, the Royal Navy have strong traditions, the RAF (like the USA) hasn't been in existence long enough to have developed anything more than 'nasty little habits'....
When one of HM's little grey floaty things moors up for a cockers P, the ship's company, I understand, thoroughly enjoy the experience whether Captain or the most junior sailor on board.
(Apologies if I haven't used correct Jackspeak terminology).