The PRTC is conducted at least 6 weeks before joining the RAF and starting the Basic Recruit Training Course (BRTC). The course takes place over 3 days and is designed to familiarise candidates with the training environment. The course includes: A Functional Skills test...
Pat Lardner-Burke DFC & Bar received a new posting to Fighter Command’s Head Quarters, at Stanmore, serving with Group Captain Bobby Oxspring, DFC and two Bars, who said of his new South African recruit’s typical South African demeanour; “The third desk was the domain of Pat Lardner-...
Merritt recruit Joined: Feb 21, 2009 Messages: 3 Likes Received: 0 Hi There! I have a trip planned to northern Germany later this year, and plan to visit Becklingen War Cemetery to honour the memory of my uncle who is buried there. I've just recently learned that my sister has ...
First Tour: After initial recruit and trade training, individuals will be assigned to a UK unit where, under supervision, they will apply their newly gained skills in a live environment adding immediate value to the RAF. Once experience builds and individuals ...