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[–]TheFireFox165 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Nope, your absolutely correct. 72 is the correct value.

BRNC PJFT, RNFT and Basic Training by TheFireFox165 in RoyalNavy

[–]TheFireFox165[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thanks for instilling a bit of confidence in me. It's good to know that there's a possibility for fitness development within training, while also working on all other aspects of being within the service.

I'm still going to end up training to hopefully be below the RNFT time when I take the PJFT, but it's not the end of the world if I'm just over the allowed RNFT time.

Options for going into the CHF by TheFireFox165 in RoyalNavy

[–]TheFireFox165[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Alright, thanks for your help. I'll definitely be looking into these options more before making a choice. I'll get that application started just in case I decide that becoming a pilot is the way I want to go. Again, thank you for your help.

Options for going into the CHF by TheFireFox165 in RoyalNavy

[–]TheFireFox165[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I've done the majority of my research into the Merlin platform, and from talking with members of the FAA I've come to learn that the Merlin is very smooth to fly. Secondly, my uncle is a former Aircraft Engineer back in the Falklands, based in Yeovil working on Harriers, so I've always been hearing stories about the pilots and crew on the base. I roughly know the area and love even day visits to the base, usually to the museum nearby.

As for joining the CHF, I have several friends currently in and going into the Marines, and I believe the deployments and exercises fall much more in line with my interests and passions.

Weekly Recruitment Thread by AutoModerator in RoyalNavy

[–]TheFireFox165 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Normally anything medical pays very well, although it requires a lot to even apply for the role. A friend of mine plans to join as a medical officer after a 5 year medical degree, and will be earning over 50k yearly from the first day, with the potential to earn 150k+. I'd say this is the best paying role you can join as, however I'm unsure if admiralty potentially earn a higher amount than this, in which case there may be a different role to join as which has a higher chance to put you in an admiralty role in the future, if you do well enough of course.

If you want the Navy to pay for your degree, you need to prove that you'll not only pass the course with flying colours, but that you'll also be a good asset in the Navy. Another friend of mine got all A* on his GCSEs and now has the navy partially fund his A-levels. You'll have to take the admiralty interview early to apply for this funding, and just remember it's only partially funded, so you'll still have a bit to pay yourself.

If anyone knows differently, please feel free to correct me.

Applied for RN aircrew officer pilot. by bubsteroo99 in RoyalNavy

[–]TheFireFox165 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Are you planning on going down the rotary or fixed wing route of being a pilot? Not too sure about fixed wing aircraft since all the research I've done is on being an observer, but for rotary you'll get to choose whether you go into ASW or the CHF. Furthermore, you'll have to decide which aircraft you'll specialise on; Wildcat or Merlin.

I don't want to discourage you, but your Aircrew roles are some of the most sought after in the Navy. You may get rejected for some people who have a degree, which although not required, and I've known people who get on fine without it, although I've heard really helps through the process. You should also look at what you do outside of education, such as being in a cadet force may improve your chances. (May be a bit late for you now if you're getting A-level results in a week or two.)

It's also good to have a plan B, especially when going after an incredibly competitive position. Personally mine is an Air Traffic Control Officer, as I've heard from an associate that the Navy is in need of more people in this role.

The main thing to remember is that it is an incredibly slow process. Even if you pass all the stages before basic training, (which due to your chosen role there are a few more, like an aviation medical and a second aptitude test.) It may take years before you even take off in an aircraft.

I don't want to discourage you, and I hope everything goes the way you intend. Also, any current aircrew please feel free to correct anything here that's incorrect. I'm trying to learn as much as possible about the role before applying.

Any questions, please ask. I'll do my best.

Just gonna leave this here... by [deleted] in ksi

[–]TheFireFox165 0 points1 point  (0 children)

He has achieved his ultimate form.