OASC 'CANDIDATES' and WANNABES, PLEASE READ THIS THREAD FIRST!
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I don't know - the FATs co-ordination test is about fairly fast reactions to changing conditions, using rudder pedals for some tests, so FS might not be the best, unless you are dog-fighting the entire Luftwaffe over Dover in your Hurricane.
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Not going to OASC but passed my medical today for AMM (AV) got my fitness test wednesday.
Anyway what i was going to ask is kinda stupid but what is a decent watch to have for starting RST?
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Jamie
Anyway what i was going to ask is kinda stupid but what is a decent watch to have for starting RST?
Thanks
Jamie
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And the stupid answer?
One that is accurate. One that has a high contrast ie something like white hands on black ground with white numerals.
An analogue watch is better than a digital (until you really know what time is) as you can see the hand positions more easily than you can work out the time difference on a digital. On a digital there is no visual difference between hh:01:01:01 and 01:03:59 and 01:01:59 and 01:03:01 as you need to calculate that one is 3 minutes and the other is one minute.
You do NOT need a date function nor do you need a stop watch function. The look good but you don't need the date in flight and you won't have a hand free to operate the stop watch. And no bezel; you want as much of the face to tell the time and no fancy metal bits simply making the face smaller.
Citizen, Pulsar or Seiko are all good.
One that is accurate. One that has a high contrast ie something like white hands on black ground with white numerals.
An analogue watch is better than a digital (until you really know what time is) as you can see the hand positions more easily than you can work out the time difference on a digital. On a digital there is no visual difference between hh:01:01:01 and 01:03:59 and 01:01:59 and 01:03:01 as you need to calculate that one is 3 minutes and the other is one minute.
You do NOT need a date function nor do you need a stop watch function. The look good but you don't need the date in flight and you won't have a hand free to operate the stop watch. And no bezel; you want as much of the face to tell the time and no fancy metal bits simply making the face smaller.
Citizen, Pulsar or Seiko are all good.
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hi all
quick question for you...
has anyone had any experience with this new site?
www.fatpass.co.uk
I have read a couple of good things on thestudentroom forums, but was wondering if anyone had tried it here. It's not expensive, but I'm not working at the moment, so I'm quite stingey!
Thanks
quick question for you...
has anyone had any experience with this new site?
www.fatpass.co.uk
I have read a couple of good things on thestudentroom forums, but was wondering if anyone had tried it here. It's not expensive, but I'm not working at the moment, so I'm quite stingey!
Thanks
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Evening all,
I was chatting with my parent's last night about me quitting the A.T.C, the reason being if I start A levels, I would want as much studying time as possible to acheive the best!!
But I would be leaving at 17, however I am happy with what I have done through - out my 4 - 5 years ATC history ( achieved the rank of Cadet Sergeant, been on 3 Annual Camps, Flying experience, gliding experience etc) Would this prove satisfactory ?
Would I be looked down upon by the RAF?
A career in the RAF or other armed forces( Aviation trade) is all that I want. However I would most likely ask my C.O to see if I could return as a C.I or just an ATC staff member, to help organise activities such as : Charity fundraising, sports evening's etc, So I could still get as much leadership experience as possible!!
So what do you all think?
Thanks
I was chatting with my parent's last night about me quitting the A.T.C, the reason being if I start A levels, I would want as much studying time as possible to acheive the best!!
But I would be leaving at 17, however I am happy with what I have done through - out my 4 - 5 years ATC history ( achieved the rank of Cadet Sergeant, been on 3 Annual Camps, Flying experience, gliding experience etc) Would this prove satisfactory ?
Would I be looked down upon by the RAF?
A career in the RAF or other armed forces( Aviation trade) is all that I want. However I would most likely ask my C.O to see if I could return as a C.I or just an ATC staff member, to help organise activities such as : Charity fundraising, sports evening's etc, So I could still get as much leadership experience as possible!!
So what do you all think?
Thanks
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NDW,
I left the ATC at 17 for almost the exact same reason, and the RAF didn't look down on me at all. If anything they recognised that I had my priorities in the right place with my exams!
You've made the most of your time in the ATC now concentrate on your exams, and keep working towards OASC or whatever it is your looking to do, and best of luck to you!!
Spam
I left the ATC at 17 for almost the exact same reason, and the RAF didn't look down on me at all. If anything they recognised that I had my priorities in the right place with my exams!
You've made the most of your time in the ATC now concentrate on your exams, and keep working towards OASC or whatever it is your looking to do, and best of luck to you!!
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NDW,
As per Spams post I left the ATC at 17 as a Sgt. Thoroughly enjoyed my time there and made the most of it, as it seems you have done!
The interviewing officers, both at filter and OASC did not question my reasoning behind leaving. As long as you continue to do some activities to keep you busy during your down time, when not studying then I am sure you will be in a good position.
As per Spams post I left the ATC at 17 as a Sgt. Thoroughly enjoyed my time there and made the most of it, as it seems you have done!
The interviewing officers, both at filter and OASC did not question my reasoning behind leaving. As long as you continue to do some activities to keep you busy during your down time, when not studying then I am sure you will be in a good position.
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And for the same reason you don't get extra points for joining the UAS while at university. The interviewers are looking for rounded, aware individuals with leadership potential (or experience, if you are a bit older), who can perform under pressure.
They don't care if that experience has been gained in the ATC, the rugby club or your local Hells' Angel chapter. In fact they'd rather it was gained in a setting where you have had exposure to people with varying backgrounds/abilities/skills, rather than in a self-selecting group of safe middle-class people.
They'd probably worry a lot if all you'd done by the age of 20 was the ATC - it might show a lack of flexibility and an inability to take on new ideas/activities.
They don't care if that experience has been gained in the ATC, the rugby club or your local Hells' Angel chapter. In fact they'd rather it was gained in a setting where you have had exposure to people with varying backgrounds/abilities/skills, rather than in a self-selecting group of safe middle-class people.
They'd probably worry a lot if all you'd done by the age of 20 was the ATC - it might show a lack of flexibility and an inability to take on new ideas/activities.
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Sambo P...
I am aware of Flight Aptitude Test Workbook RAF Cranwell FATS, (fatpass.co.uk) I was helping a family friend through his prep for the FATs recently (FAA) and we stumbled upon this gem. It is a very good resource for the speed distance time aspect of the FATs. If you wish to fly for the military, then this is a valuable investment. For the price of a couple of pints, I'd go for it.
Good luck with OASC Sambo
Flypro
I am aware of Flight Aptitude Test Workbook RAF Cranwell FATS, (fatpass.co.uk) I was helping a family friend through his prep for the FATs recently (FAA) and we stumbled upon this gem. It is a very good resource for the speed distance time aspect of the FATs. If you wish to fly for the military, then this is a valuable investment. For the price of a couple of pints, I'd go for it.
Good luck with OASC Sambo
Flypro
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NDW,
I have stayed in the cadets throughout sixth form and have found it fine. I am leaving in the next two weeks to make sure I secure the grades, fitness etc... for the Royal Navy. Obviously it is up to but it hasn't hindered me in anyway. If anything has helped me stay focused and gain relief from doing something different twice a week (at least).
Whatever you decide, Good Luck!!
Dave
I have stayed in the cadets throughout sixth form and have found it fine. I am leaving in the next two weeks to make sure I secure the grades, fitness etc... for the Royal Navy. Obviously it is up to but it hasn't hindered me in anyway. If anything has helped me stay focused and gain relief from doing something different twice a week (at least).
Whatever you decide, Good Luck!!
Dave
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Gents,
After some advice as I've just been asked by one of the parents in the football team I coach if you can become a pilot in the RAF if you are colour blind. I said I suspect not but wasn't sure so I said I'd find out.
Any advice gratefully received.
After some advice as I've just been asked by one of the parents in the football team I coach if you can become a pilot in the RAF if you are colour blind. I said I suspect not but wasn't sure so I said I'd find out.
Any advice gratefully received.
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Crosso, I would say you are right but the usual caveat, who has said the person is colour blind? Only one way to find out and that is apply.
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PN,
It was the childs own parent would said he was colour blind but she had been told by her own doctor that you couldn't join up being a pilot or Bomb disposal if you were colour blind. Both comments make sense.
It was the childs own parent would said he was colour blind but she had been told by her own doctor that you couldn't join up being a pilot or Bomb disposal if you were colour blind. Both comments make sense.
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Crosso, the comments made sense but the doctor is a GP and not a specialist. I probably know more aviation medicine than a GP. I say again, it is only the aviation medicine doctor that will confirm or deny colour blindness perception.
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Hey guys and girls can anyone enlighten me on this issue I have.
Unfortunately on turning up to my filter interview today at my local careers office, I was informed that it had been postponed for at least another 3 weeks, which was rather disappointing as I have been doing a hell of a lot of preparation for this date. They informed me that interviews had been cancelled due to absence and shortage of staff. The London Careers Office seems to be struggling a bit at the moment and I am wondering whether I would be better off trying to get a filter interview in another careers office outside London, as I am keen to get the ball rolling on my application. Would anyone think this advisable?
Unfortunately on turning up to my filter interview today at my local careers office, I was informed that it had been postponed for at least another 3 weeks, which was rather disappointing as I have been doing a hell of a lot of preparation for this date. They informed me that interviews had been cancelled due to absence and shortage of staff. The London Careers Office seems to be struggling a bit at the moment and I am wondering whether I would be better off trying to get a filter interview in another careers office outside London, as I am keen to get the ball rolling on my application. Would anyone think this advisable?