The 'Official' RAF Application Guide

Yeah man, passing aircrew medical means that I will pass for everything considering the aircrew medical is the most comprehensive. Any idea how long after the medical is the fitness test? I feel like that's my next big hurdle before PRTC! That's awesome mate, PRTC sounds so exciting, it's when it all falls together and you get your boots and service number and it really feels like final. All the best!

I think it was meant to be within 3 days but because I was TMU they just asked me when i felt like doing it after they received the paperwork back from Capita aslong as you are well enough for it I would say literally as soon as you are able within the 3 days

Hi! Sorry you didn't quite make it through OASC, what held you back, the fitness test? I found the AST pretty straightforward, no offense to the airmen candidates but it doesn't really compare to the CBAT. As long as you're not complacent and you do keep your brain switched on and maybe practise a few aptitude tests online you shouldn't have any problems at all. I was worried about it but I came out with scores allowing me to apply for every role in the Air Force that requires the AST. It wasn't a problem, which role are you going for?

Thanks for the advice, I didn't get through the first day of OASC because I didn't have enough "influence," on the group according to my boarding officers. To be honest I don't mind not getting in at all, at my age I'm probably not mature enough to be a Seargent anyway. That's partially why I'm applying, to learn the skills necessary to have a better go at OASC in a few years time.

As for what role I am undecided so far, I'm considering a few (IT technician, Aircraft technician or Flight ops assistant) but I'm going to go to my AFCO and discuss them there. I know I can't re-apply for OASC for another twelve months, would you expect there to be a similar delay for applying as an airmen?

Thanks again, and I apologise in advance for any typos I might have made, I typed this on my phone.

Why not wait another 12 months and re-apply again? In that time, you can gain experiences and life skills etc. By all means apply to the RAF as an Airman and I doth my hat too you for doing so, however - if its not the role you want, 12 months is nothing to wait and give it another go for ATC (Assuming that's what you are going for?).

Best regards.

I wouldn't re-apply in twelve months because I'm pretty sure I would get the same answer in twelve months time. That's not meant to make me sound self-deprecating or anything like that but I would rather spend a few years learning valuable skills in the RAF and applying then, opposed to doing something else for twelve months, re-applying and being in the same position I am now in eighteen months time.

Plus, although I had done my research, being an ATC wasn't a lifelong ambition of mine it was just a role I had picked. I would be equally happy to do something else in the RAF to be honest. Thank you for the interest though!

What does leadership testing involve? As in the OASC?

What does leadership testing involve? As in the OASC?

What does leadership testing involve? As in the OASC?

Thanks for the advice, I didn't get through the first day of OASC because I didn't have enough "influence," on the group according to my boarding officers. To be honest I don't mind not getting in at all, at my age I'm probably not mature enough to be a Seargent anyway. That's partially why I'm applying, to learn the skills necessary to have a better go at OASC in a few years time.

As for what role I am undecided so far, I'm considering a few (IT technician, Aircraft technician or Flight ops assistant) but I'm going to go to my AFCO and discuss them there. I know I can't re-apply for OASC for another twelve months, would you expect there to be a similar delay for applying as an airmen?

Thanks again, and I apologise in advance for any typos I might have made, I typed this on my phone.

Has anyone ever heard of someone appealing..................and actually passing???? My daughter is about to start her appeal but we can never find anyone on here who has done so. Makes you wonder whether its worth the time and effort - but she has worked so hard for this for 6 years that fortunately she isnt going to stop trying until they tell her too!!!

What's she appealing for? Depending on the type of appeal maybe I can give you some more insight...

Hey everyone. Had my filter interview last week and unfortunately failed, due to a lack of evidence of leadership and "life" experience. I've been told to re apply in 6 months (will probably wait a year or so). So I'm wondering what I can do in the meantime to gain these leadership skills they're asking for? Also how long is CBAT valid for?

Hey Samuel, same thing happened to me. In 6 months there isn't a great deal you can do besides volunteer work, charity shops, events etc. You could join a local sports team or your local Air Cadet squadron. You probably DO have leadership skills which you don't see yourself as worthwhile but the RAF would appreciate. Prefect schemes, sports clubs, anything. Never use the word "just" and always sell yourself as the best you can do, be it captaining your local football club or simply leading your parents to a destination with a map, every little example helps.

CBAT is valid for 1 year only, All the best.

I urge anyone reading this not to be put off. All the selection process is, is patience. It's easy to get in & it's easy to pass basic, particularly these days