Mon Jul 19, 2021 11:50 am
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Convair wrote: I might also consider applying for the RAF scholarship to go study somewhere, albeit a little reluctant to have to commit to the RAF for it.
Hmmm. As an ex-serviceman I'm always slightly perturbed this this sort of comment. It implies a worrying mis-understanding of the purpose and function of the Armed Forces.
By all means join the Army, Navy or Air Force, all of which will teach you to fly if it's in their interests to do so. But be under no illusions about the purpose for which they operate and crew warplanes. The clue is in the name. The RAF isn't a flying club or an extended apprenticeship for BA. It's an organisiation dedicated to war and if you chose to join it then you need to be prepared to accept the liabilities that go with the job - namely that of being prepared to fight.
I learned to fly sponsored by the Queen. But then I went on to serve in her Armed Forces for twenty-odd years. So I'd say she probably got her money's worth - as did I for that matter. So if military service floats yer boat then go for it - but don't treat it as merely a convenient freebee.
Grumpyoldfart mode off....
Sorry
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