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Old 27th Feb 2002, 18:51
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Gingerbread Man
 
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Unhappy Height Problem

I have just gone through OASC for general duties / pilot. I got good marks for aptitude and interview, but when it came to the medical review i had a problem. My arse-to-knee length was too long by 8mm. I completely understand why thats a problem in a fast jet (ejection can be messy etc) and clearly I was gutted. I really want to fly though, and want to know if this leg length is likely to be a problem with the airlines as well. My overall height is bang on 6'3". They also said they would like me to be an Air Traffic Controller or a Fighter Controller because I did well on the tests for them. I don't know a lot about these branches so any views or advice would be welcome.

(P.S. Does the RAF take kindly to people who have leg length reductions? I know its a long shot but i'd do anything!)
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