Whichever way we read it, the RAF heavy-jet lads and lasses just need to make sure they are in the starting blocks when the starting pistol fires.
With regard to the above I have some breaking news to lift the spirits:
The intitial restriction requiring possession of a Full ATPL has just been lifted. The website now features the following:
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for military pilots a frozen ATPL is acceptable.
Fantastic news I hope for those concerned and good luck to all.
(also BA recruiting again today, but are looking at 320/744 type-rated individuals only...)