RAF Types only - Which way to jump?
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Ask the Canadians how well this works. The Canadian experiment took years to execute and yet more years to unpick.
But I guess we could reinvent the wheel again
So starting from basics:
Defend the Homebase = Air Defence
Defend the sea lanes = Maritime and Air Support
That's the Army up for grabs then. Mind you, we already have the RAF Regiment who could absorb that defensive role.
But I guess we could reinvent the wheel again
So starting from basics:
Defend the Homebase = Air Defence
Defend the sea lanes = Maritime and Air Support
That's the Army up for grabs then. Mind you, we already have the RAF Regiment who could absorb that defensive role.
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Surely rather than choosing which way to jump, it will be by invitation only....a case of "don't call us, we'll call you"?
Fly Navy 101 and still going strong.....I'll get my coat
Fly Navy 101 and still going strong.....I'll get my coat
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Perhaps others should be considering the "jump".
A reliable "little bird" recently informed me that the RAF Regiment is forming a new Force Protection Wing, (8 Wing at Waddington), and re-forming No. 58 Squadron RAF Regiment...
Eat your hearts out kids...
A reliable "little bird" recently informed me that the RAF Regiment is forming a new Force Protection Wing, (8 Wing at Waddington), and re-forming No. 58 Squadron RAF Regiment...
Eat your hearts out kids...
Enjoy working with the AAC, not sure I want to join though. Will not join the RN for the simple reason that I like being straight, and I don't cry when my Ipod is borrowed.
Sides splitting. The only people exercising such a policy presently are the RAF, as the huge queue of dark blue beats a path to our door. If the Navy don't want to work for the Navy, I can't see many others rushing to the SW.
a case of "don't call us, we'll call you"?
Sides splitting. The only people exercising such a policy presently are the RAF, as the huge queue of dark blue beats a path to our door. If the Navy don't want to work for the Navy, I can't see many others rushing to the SW.
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Cowardly crabs! Who says either the Army or Navy would want you....
I think his Airship has done a sterling job of bringing it into the open fora, then we the proletariat will then argue the pros, cons and such rubbish..then their lordships can go into bat...honestly, a UKDF may be the way ahead, but the success or lack thereof of other nations who've done this may well prove that it's an exercise we can neither afford nor organise....
I wonder how many will lose pensions when they choose Option 3, after all the MOD will have offered you another job, so take it or leave it? Sorry but the chances of any sympathy off this or any other Govt is highly unlikely no matter which (if any) Service folds!
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Joking aside, i can not see a viable argument for disbanding any of the forces. They all have their own merits and are necessary for the future defence of the nation whether in a far flung country or at home. I can't believe it is such a contentious issue for the government. As we are at war at the moment you think they would be doing all they can to fund the effort and improve our strength and capabilities. The shortcomings have been highlighted for far to long, whether it be kit for the troops or air support or funding for future technology and investment in defence is what shouls be talked about, not cutting costs.
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The RAF couldn't go to the Army - they Army actually work when asked to.
The RAF couldn't go to the Navy - they are willing to spend the time required away from home.
I'd send them to the dole and re-org, virgin and BA can do the useful part of the Farce.
The RAF couldn't go to the Navy - they are willing to spend the time required away from home.
I'd send them to the dole and re-org, virgin and BA can do the useful part of the Farce.
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Well the new Prime Minister to be Mr Cameron has his seat in Brize Norton area I think and is a regular visitor there ? I may be wrong . Do you reckon the PM for the next 12 years will allow the RAFs largest base be handed over to a service that will have finished in Afghan by then and have no major use again till the next land war in another 2 decades.
Back to question though , Ill pick Navy any day
Back to question though , Ill pick Navy any day
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Just found a suitable donor for my No1s, No6, Mess Dress etc. Family was all RN, I was the light blue sheep. Enjoyed working with the FAA and AAC but the Cavalry! Look on the bright side the UK is broke and given the privelige to fly military ac would be more important than the colour of my uniform.
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Expecting the RAF to join one of the two other services would have a catastrophic effect on manning. I mean, would you want a nancy boy crab working next to you? Option 3 for the pongo's and fisheads too, I fear!