OASC 'CANDIDATES' and WANNABES, PLEASE READ THIS THREAD FIRST!
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Friend of mine spent his Uni years in the TA, passed OASC first time, as aircrew, never having been near the UAS. As I-C says, back up yr story, and you are away.
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I would have thought that, if you are in the process of applying for a full-time career in the RAF Regt, you will be unable to offer any commitment to the RAuxAF. They may think otherwise.
Furthermore, I would have put WSO first. Actually I would put pilot first, unless you know of any medical or aptitude related reasons not to. They can only say no.
Good luck, whatever.
kipper
Furthermore, I would have put WSO first. Actually I would put pilot first, unless you know of any medical or aptitude related reasons not to. They can only say no.
Good luck, whatever.
kipper
I don't own this space under my name. I should have leased it while I still could
Put what YOU want first. Let them sort out what they offer. If you get Regiment they will think all the more of you putting them first. It counts.
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OASC speed/dist/time problems
My no. 2 son has declared an interest in pilot/wso training and is currently in the throes of applying etc through the local Recruiting Office. In the event of him reaching the OASC stage, I would like to coach him on the sort of D/T/S problems he is likely to encounter,(even tho' he had a v/expensive schooling!!! it was sadly lacking in the art of mental arithmetic). My recollection of such OASC stuff is now nigh on 40 years out of date.
There used to be a web site at www.timc.clara.net/raf.htm which had some useful info on this but the site no longer appears to be available.
Anyone know if it exists under another name or if there is another site with similar info?
XFT
There used to be a web site at www.timc.clara.net/raf.htm which had some useful info on this but the site no longer appears to be available.
Anyone know if it exists under another name or if there is another site with similar info?
XFT
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im currently awaiting OASC and am in the same boat, is there any particular type of maths i should be concentrating on? i have done a PPL, and am keeping myself familiar with speed/distance/time calculations, and a few other calculations needed when flying, i am just worried that i am not doing enough, should i be concentating on any other maths or other topics for selection?
cheers.
cheers.
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maccer82
You might need to have a look at your grammar, spelling and the correct use of capital letters, which will help you in your Service Writing, which sadly, you must do.
All the best!
You might need to have a look at your grammar, spelling and the correct use of capital letters, which will help you in your Service Writing, which sadly, you must do.
All the best!
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I'm currently in the depths of revision for OASC and I was wondering if someone could tell me if the following is correct for Pilot training:
24 weeks IOT (30 in November)
EFT at a UAS
Streaming
FJ: BFJT at Linton on the Tucano, FJ AFT at Valley on the Hawk T1 (128 in '08) 19 sqn for T&W (NFTC or 19 sqn) and 208 then onto an OCU
ME: MELIN at Cranwell(1 FTS sqn) on the Firefly, MEAFT at Cranwell on the Jetstream then onto an OCU
RW: Basic flying course at DHFS at Shawbury on the Squirrel, advanced single engine phase of training on the Squirrel, multi engine training on the Griffen at Shawbury, advanced multi engine trinaing on the Griffin at Shawbury. Then onto an OCU (Can someone help me with the terms? I'm very shakey on my knowledge of RW training)
If anyone could help correct any of that, let me know course lengths, explain to me how holds are done for RW and ME, or offer any other information I would be very very grateful!
24 weeks IOT (30 in November)
EFT at a UAS
Streaming
FJ: BFJT at Linton on the Tucano, FJ AFT at Valley on the Hawk T1 (128 in '08) 19 sqn for T&W (NFTC or 19 sqn) and 208 then onto an OCU
ME: MELIN at Cranwell(1 FTS sqn) on the Firefly, MEAFT at Cranwell on the Jetstream then onto an OCU
RW: Basic flying course at DHFS at Shawbury on the Squirrel, advanced single engine phase of training on the Squirrel, multi engine training on the Griffen at Shawbury, advanced multi engine trinaing on the Griffin at Shawbury. Then onto an OCU (Can someone help me with the terms? I'm very shakey on my knowledge of RW training)
If anyone could help correct any of that, let me know course lengths, explain to me how holds are done for RW and ME, or offer any other information I would be very very grateful!
Pilot Training
Try RAF Flying Training System as I think it is about the best online info (but I believe UAS studes get 62 hrs now). You will also see that you can access other good info from that page.
Also try this, which is upto date.
Also try this, which is upto date.
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So it's September now, not November?
If I am asked about the UAS EFT and IOT in my interview at OASC I will say what it is currently, and how it is made up. I'll also point out that I'm aware of the changes but seeing as no UAS report has been issued (that I know of) nor has an IOT brief been issued then I am unaware of the specifics. (Unless there are reports that I have missed....)
thanks for your help
mr ripley thank you so much for that link! That takes care of the specific course names and lengths!
Can anyone give me ideas of holds? Do RW and ME guys get "creamie" slots like FJ guys on Hawks or Tucanos?
Sorry for all the questions, I find it all very interesting.
If I am asked about the UAS EFT and IOT in my interview at OASC I will say what it is currently, and how it is made up. I'll also point out that I'm aware of the changes but seeing as no UAS report has been issued (that I know of) nor has an IOT brief been issued then I am unaware of the specifics. (Unless there are reports that I have missed....)
thanks for your help
mr ripley thank you so much for that link! That takes care of the specific course names and lengths!
Can anyone give me ideas of holds? Do RW and ME guys get "creamie" slots like FJ guys on Hawks or Tucanos?
Sorry for all the questions, I find it all very interesting.
Pilot Training
Holds: Holds are a variable feast...see the thread on best holds. The idea is that you shouldn't hold, believe it or not, but have a couple of weeks off between courses.
I believe the policy is that if you hold after IOT then it should be flying related, to keep you interested. However post wings it will more likely to be less flying related and more officer related.
Definitely no creamies on ME and I believe this is also the case with RW.
Any more Qs?
I believe the policy is that if you hold after IOT then it should be flying related, to keep you interested. However post wings it will more likely to be less flying related and more officer related.
Definitely no creamies on ME and I believe this is also the case with RW.
Any more Qs?
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Ah yes, I remember reading that thread now. I'll have another nosey.
So why does the FJ stream have creamies?
The UKMFTS aquirement...does this mean future instructors for RAF Pilot Training will be civvy?
Thanks for your replies, unfortunatly I do have quite a few questions!
So why does the FJ stream have creamies?
The UKMFTS aquirement...does this mean future instructors for RAF Pilot Training will be civvy?
Thanks for your replies, unfortunatly I do have quite a few questions!
Gentleman Aviator
Confirm no "creamies" on RW.
But the instructors at DHFS are a mixture of all three services and (ex-service) civilians. Any capbadge or uniform of student may fly with any (or all) of the above.
But the instructors at DHFS are a mixture of all three services and (ex-service) civilians. Any capbadge or uniform of student may fly with any (or all) of the above.
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thanks for the confirmation.
I'm looking over the RW training now, it was the one I felt really unsure on. I'm trying to be as prepared as possible for OASC. Plus the fact that if I do manage to end up on an IOT slot, I'd like to know what may happen to me!
I'm looking over the RW training now, it was the one I felt really unsure on. I'm trying to be as prepared as possible for OASC. Plus the fact that if I do manage to end up on an IOT slot, I'd like to know what may happen to me!
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The UKMFTS aquirement...does this mean future instructors for RAF Pilot Training will be civvy?
All good prep. I seem to recall, there is a question on theoretical training paths, which you are covering with this thread. However please remember they will assess your breadth and depth of knowledge in a number of areas including UK and World politics. They also like to hear your own analysis/viewpoint, just don't trot out what you believe they might expect you to say.