PGSC day 1: Picked up at train station, get a introduction presentation, get dinner, get your day sack with hi-viz, sports bib and water bottle, go to accommodation, make beds, clean then sleep day 2: Poop, shower and shave, make beds, clean more, inspection, go get breakfast, go to sports hall, do 2 km run, static dead-lift and medicine ball throw, then to push-ups and sit ups, off to swim....at this point they tell people who passed and who failed, people who failed go get their things then go home, if you pass you then go look at the weapons used by the regiment, off to lunch, over to the regimental museum (pretty cool things in there), over to lesson room, talk about yourself, Maths and English to see where people are at, go through different ways people struggle to learn, presentation about the regiment, over for dinner, back to accommodation, clean up everyone's bed who left, clean the place, get your suit ready for the next day, chill out in the common room then sleep. day 3: clean up your bed, poop, shower, shave, clean more, inspection, get all your stuff together, breakfast, lesson room, get your education certificates photocopied, get your certificate to say you passed the PGSC, get another presentation, get asked how the course was and how it could be better, get on the bus, go to the train station and go home. Just practice the 2 km run on grass, road and treadmill, get good at press-ups and sit-ups because a minute goes quick, practice explosive chest, arms and shoulders exercises for the 4kg-4m medicine ball throw, legs for the deadlift and just get confident at swimming. Some people needed to eat more on my PGSC because they were simply too skinny. The ones who failed were the ones that didn't train or practice, not many can just turn up thinking they will pass and it'll only get harder with basic training and then even more with phase 2 training. Put the effort in and you will get the reward.

@milaskilathelab

4 жыл бұрын

Did you enjoy it?

@jakemorrison8507

4 жыл бұрын

Cheers for the info

@mr.twigglez3573

4 жыл бұрын

@@milaskilathelab.....yeah, it's good fun. It's just having a laugh with the people on your course, it's the people you may be working with. The instructors are good, just don't talk whilst marching too otherwise they'll get p**sed off at you and threaten to kick you off the course just like that.

@milaskilathelab

4 жыл бұрын

@@mr.twigglez3573 military school taught me to keep my gob shut when marching. I'll be ok on that front! Medical is with a SMO ATM..!

@robertouterbridge3098

4 жыл бұрын

What the average age of the officer recruits?

My last year in college for aero engineering and I emailed them and found out I’m able to apply to be a pilot at the end of my course. All I got to do is work hard on my fitness

@Leo-ts2bl

2 жыл бұрын

how long have you been in college for?

@nathanmcdowell7306

2 жыл бұрын

Keep at it

@bighands69

2 жыл бұрын

Take up competitive running such as 1500m and 5000m and you will gain fitness.

@Chilespace

9 ай бұрын

@@Leo-ts2blit’s two years

@Fighterpilot21

5 ай бұрын

Are u pilot yet

On the 31/07/2019 (ie in eleven days time) it will be exactly forty years since I joined the R.A.F Regt, my God I so wish it was 1979 again.

@karenlawrence835

4 жыл бұрын

Good memories I hope? Am daughter of a "rock ape" and he was part of nuclear testing too...👨‍👩‍👧‍👧💜🌍

@nanettewhite7624

4 жыл бұрын

@Reaper One yeah get a grip of yourself you *remf*

@rockaperoon

3 жыл бұрын

Good on yer mate 👍

@edwindude9893

3 жыл бұрын

I understand where your coming from I miss the NAFFI also !!

My father was one of the original Rock apes , spent some time as a recruit instructor at RAF Padgate , and was a member of the Queens colour squadron got into a lot of trouble whilst serving in Germany at the end of the war where Fraternisation rules meant nothing to him when it came to going out with my mother , who he was hell bent on marrying, to compromise and get rid of the problem they were shipped out to Libya and RAF El Adem , interesting story while he was out their again in 1959 , he was part of a small unit that went off into the desert to try and locate the remains of a Blenheim bomber, one of three which got lost during the war and had to land , a tragic tale of survival in the desert with only one crew surviving in the end, they managed to find three bodies to bring back for a proper military funeral, he served 22 years .

@joshbarber3931

2 жыл бұрын

Hi mate, I grew up in latchford which is literally across the river Mersey from padgate. I always knew padgate had a base but never knew what it was so thanks for sharing! Found this really interesting

@lewisevans6634

Жыл бұрын

I’m sure my grandad did something like that in 1959

@SNOWDONTRYFAN

Жыл бұрын

@@joshbarber3931 A place of nightmares for the new recruits 🤣

@joshbarber3931

Жыл бұрын

@@SNOWDONTRYFAN trust me mate it probably isn't much better nowadays either 😂

I will join soon. Can't wait to be part of the RAF family.

Best time of my life during late seventies a true band of brothers Per Ardua

PGSC was a good experience overall! Just practice plenty, and go there with a ‘can do’ attitude and you’ll be fine!

@reece.rawly2286

4 жыл бұрын

Hi, what was the mid thigh pull like? Did you have to only get 95kg for a second or did you have to continuously hold 95kg for the full 5 seconds?

@TheLifeOfDan1

4 жыл бұрын

RJ_Fitness Hello! I did one of the last programmes they had before this which was different so I didn’t get to do that pull! By the looks of things though you have to hold it for 5 seconds!

@reece.rawly2286

4 жыл бұрын

The life of Dan oh thanks, I thought you just had to pull over 95kg and you were fine so are you in the regiment now then?

@TheLifeOfDan1

4 жыл бұрын

RJ_Fitness Unfortunately not. I had to retrade on day 00 due to ‘colour blindness’. Great.

@reece.rawly2286

4 жыл бұрын

The life of Dan ripppp

When I enlisted in the RAF as an aircraft mechanic we were told that the RAF Regiment was for airfield defence. First posting RAF Ballykelly 1970, the I R A were shooting soldiers 17 miles down the road(Londonderry) with the latest M16 rifles, who was guarding the airfield, with pickaxe handles ? We were, the airmen/tradesmen, I never saw an RAF Regiment man in all my tour there, it was always us that did the guard as well as our regular duties. 2nd tour, R A F Colerne, during the I R A mainland bombing campaign, Colerne was the home of 2 Field Squadron R A F Regiment, who did the guard duties ? The tradesmen, again, we were guarding the guys who were suppossed to guard the aurfield ! 3rd tour Cyprus 1974, Turkish invasion time, 3 Field Squadron RAF Regiment were stationed at Akrotiri, who did the guard duties, again it was the tradesmen, the Regiment gallantly sunned themselves on the beach manning anti-aircraft guns, gallantly risking skin cancr to defend us from a non-existent air threat. GO ON, TELL ME ABOUT THE R A F REGIMENT !

In my day OASC was at Biggin Hill, three and a half days and there were no fitness tests !

Pays to be a winner....GO!!

PGSC on Monday the 21th of September excited and nervous cant wait!!!!!

@lennonday6792

3 жыл бұрын

Well how’d it go then

@ramondb5842

3 жыл бұрын

Over all good, really insightful course into the role of a gunner but sadly I fail on my swim test so gona brush up on my swimming technique and try again !!!

@vxprn_

3 жыл бұрын

@@ramondb5842 Sorry for being late to a conversation, but when did the RAF tell you when you can come back to do your PGSC again?

@ramondb5842

3 жыл бұрын

@@vxprn_ IM CURRENTLY AT RAF HALTON ABOUT TO START MOD 2

@vxprn_

3 жыл бұрын

@@ramondb5842 Wow, im applying as soon as I turn 18. September

Changed a bit huh? I guess it’s not 1979 any more. Do you have to use the dozy hand grip on the SA80? What’s the sniper rifle used now? What is the sniper ratio now?

Man I remember being in the Regiment back in 98 / 99

@gareth5808

3 жыл бұрын

Alright fella. What was your daily life like while in depo and on tour? cheers

@roberthamill1107

3 жыл бұрын

@@gareth5808 I never made full training, ended up with compartment syndrome on both leg's. Was sent home more than I was training so I left. But alot had changed since then, leg's are sorted and I'm fitter and stronger now than I've ever been

you should make a video of the training programme and what you need to be able to do

@darkelemental

5 жыл бұрын

Im fairly certain that already exists. Look for something to do with RAF training schedule. Or OASC requirements

@rugbymaverick8968

3 жыл бұрын

On the raf website search for the raf regiment then scroll down. There's a raf regiment 4 week training programme

What is the residency requirement for the Royal Air Force? Can dual citizens join when they haven’t been in the country

Should be the same standard regardless of gender all doing the same job. It's 2022

@him050

Ай бұрын

Yeah, I understand why they have a lower push up and sit up requirement as they’re a bit disadvantaged by certain assets. But the lower standards for fitness are ridiculous. A woman can be just as fit as man, there’s no need to lower the standard.

My application went in yesterday

Hi does anybody know if we have to do the obstacle course and the swim anymore? and even the beep test? as it doesn't say anywhere on their website that you have to?

In regards to the mid thigh pull, how is the score tested? Is it an average of your force over the 5 seconds or is it the max force you produce during your 5 seconds? If you drop below 95kg at any point during the 5 seconds do you fail?

@royalairforce

5 жыл бұрын

As stated in the video, you need to produce that force for five seconds, it's timed and monitored by the PTIs. RAF Recruitment

i literally just sent my application out 15 minutes ago for, medic, firefighter and this. scary!

@tommybannister4302

3 жыл бұрын

Good luck 👍

@vxprn_

2 жыл бұрын

How is it going?

big expectation of uk

I don't know much about RAF Regiment. How do they fair against The Paras and The Royal Marines? I'm 62 and could do the physical minimum.

Used to be a lot harder when they did battle pt.

Is the MSFT now included in the PGSC ?

Do you still put your recruits through the five miler of death? Seems almost inhumane

Got the PGSC on the 16th of March, can't wait.

@4tz496

4 жыл бұрын

What station are you getting picked up from because I've got mine on the 2nd

@conormartin9076

4 жыл бұрын

@@4tz496 My train stops at Thetford, just contacted my AFCO and they set it up for me.

@conormartin9076

4 жыл бұрын

@@4tz496 Also good luck :)

@jackmcnama2131

4 жыл бұрын

Soleuce I have mine on the 2nd as well.

@reece.rawly2286

4 жыл бұрын

How was it?

The Medicine ball throw looks brutal ........lol

Are dietary conditions a big problem because I have one

What sort of questions are asked in the officer interview? Is it important to have knowledge of all the training in detail and the different squadrons? I am learning it all at the moment but it's the part I'm most nervous about. I passed OASC but that was only a 12 minute interview.

@williamluckhurst5646

2 жыл бұрын

Did you ever find out?

@Actualslim

2 жыл бұрын

@@williamluckhurst5646 yup. The interview was pretty intense to be honest. Just needed a good knowledge of the history of your particular trade, for me it was regiment. They will keep digging until you can't give any more info.

@ellxss_1041

2 жыл бұрын

@@Actualslim did u pass mate? Do you have any tips for the whole 3 days and interview itself, i have been smashing gym and fitness (runs and that) but im worried about the interview, is it about the role, what u will be doing or just mainly the history of the reg?

@Actualslim

2 жыл бұрын

@@ellxss_1041 I did mate yes, top tip is put everything into it and just enjoy it, particularly on the exercise part. Just relax with the interview, my knowledge wasn't great but still passed. Learn about the reg history as well as general service knowledge like bases etc

@ellxss_1041

2 жыл бұрын

@@Actualslim nice one mate

As an American who's in the US Army kinda unusual for an interview in a specific job in the British military. Something like that won't happen in the US military at all. One on one interview for a certain job in the military

@tedwilkinson3368

2 жыл бұрын

You don't do an interview for the entire military you do it for a specific role

Omg it’s Roy

Im currently in the process of transfer from army to raf driver. My question is.....is there a link to scr standards for regular raf or is it the same?

@expedowl

4 жыл бұрын

Hi, has your transfer gone through yet? I am also looking to for the same move, currently an army driver. Would be great to hear from someone who has gone through the same transfer, thanks.

Aw this is cute!

I have a few questions regarding the swim test… 1) is the swim timed? If so what is the time to aim for? 2) Is there a particular swim stroke that you have to perform?

@royalairforce

2 жыл бұрын

Hi For the swim you have to complete what is required. You are timed, as you're against everyone else on the course. But it's not time limited and there's not time to beat. Most people use breaststroke for the swim. You're fully briefed before the course. RAF Recruitment

Can you use any technique during the swim or just front crawl and breast stroke?

@meganhillon7463

2 жыл бұрын

Did you ever find out? I’m wondering the same thing !

@reece.rawly2286

2 жыл бұрын

@@meganhillon7463 yeah been in the reg a while now haha yeah use any

@meganhillon7463

2 жыл бұрын

@@reece.rawly2286 thank you! I have my pgsc soon.. any last minute tips ? :)

RAF recruitment due to covid-19 is it still a 2k run or has it gone to a bleep test like the army many thanks ?

@royalairforce

3 жыл бұрын

Hi You'll do both. RAF Recruitment

Do gunners do prt as well as pgsc

Am in currently in the application process to join the RAF engineering role (avionics)

@bradd4607

4 жыл бұрын

nice, what scores did you roughly need on your ast? mines in 3 days im bricking it

@elsden722

4 жыл бұрын

@@bradd4607 how did you get on mate?

@bradd4607

4 жыл бұрын

@@elsden722 Passed bro, had my filter interview other week passed that too, got medical on the 6th!

@elsden722

4 жыл бұрын

@@bradd4607 ah that's great news man good job and good luck!

@reece.rawly2286

4 жыл бұрын

Bradd hi congratulations, got my ast In 2 weeks, how hard would you say it roughly is?

Does everyone have to do this test even if you’re applying for a different sort of apprenticeship?

@royalairforce

4 жыл бұрын

Hi This course is only for the role of RAF Regiment Gunner or Officer, as stated in the video title. Full fitness requirements for every role are listed on each role page on the RAF Recruitment website. Have you had a good read through everything there? www.raf.mod.uk/recruitment/roles-in-the-raf RAF Recruitment

@ollielong8314

3 жыл бұрын

@@royalairforce could you tell me what's changed on the PGSC please? Are all the tests still going ahead. Anything to be aware of. Should have mine in Feb!

For the mid thigh pull do you only need to pull more then 95kg for a second or do you need to hold more then 95kg for the full five seconds??

@reece.rawly2286

4 жыл бұрын

really sore knee thanks I appreciate the help 👍

@reece.rawly2286

4 жыл бұрын

really sore knee the biggest downfall will be the swimming because of the current pandemic no pools are open so might struggle with that one 😬

@reece.rawly2286

4 жыл бұрын

really sore knee let’s hope 😂 thanks 👍

@reece.rawly2286

4 жыл бұрын

really sore knee is there any tricks to boosting my push ups and sit ups or should I literally just train push ups and sit ups everyday?

Any tips for the medicine ball throw?

@markroclawski3626

4 жыл бұрын

Yeah.... Throw it as far onto the grean mat from the sitting down on the red mat as you can. Don't lean forward when you throw it cos thay just defeats the object of the test.

Hi guys, I’m an applicant in the process of joining the Royal Air Force as a Reg Gunner. I’ll be covering the entire application process on my channel, which may interest some of you. I posted my first video regarding the DAA on Saturday. Please let me know if it was helpful, thank you.

@abdiqanifarah4102

7 ай бұрын

I’m also joining as a raf regiment gunner

Ex Army, I want to join the 2 Para squadron

Why are there still different fitness requirements for men and women, who are going for the same job at the same pay rate? Surely this is discriminatory towards any man applying and to those currently serving??

@bighands69

2 жыл бұрын

Reality is men will be doing the fighting.

@chrismo3142

2 жыл бұрын

@@bighands69 In this day and age of 'equality' that shouldn't be the reality though, should it?

Useful post but please correct the misspellings - should be “its” rather than “it’s”.

@simonwb20

4 жыл бұрын

Reaper One Details are important. 4 years in the RAF, including the Regt, taught me that.

@nanettewhite7624

4 жыл бұрын

@@simonwb20 so your a *REMF* then who done fxck all.

@jacobbrookes8090

4 жыл бұрын

Get a life pal

@backyardgunner6038

3 жыл бұрын

@@nanettewhite7624 oh and you've been beyond the wire? Give it a rest you nobber. We aren't all REMFs you nancy.

I'm i supposed to arrive in suit to Honington or is smartly dress etc polo shirt and suit trousers acceptable ?

@blackghost6796

2 ай бұрын

Suit trousers and shirt will be good they understand not everyone can afford a full suit

in this day of equality why are the score not the same...??

If there is a minimum effort swim test for the raf what about those who swim like bricks and can't swim or tread water

@royalairforce

4 жыл бұрын

Hi The swim test is only for the RAF Regt roles, not all roles in the RAF. If you want to apply for either of those, you'll need to be able to swim. RAF Recruitment

RAF Recruitment I am getting my date for my PGSC tomorrow (20/08/2021)and I haven't done my interview yet will I be doing one when I do my PGSC or will it be a debrief where I get asked questions and I can ask questions?

@royalairforce

2 жыл бұрын

Hi You'll have an interview/meeting at the PGSC. The PGSC is your 'interview' as you're being assessed during the entire time you're there. RAF Recruitment

Any way is one of your Royal Jag officers going to sue me and if so do you think Vladimir Putin considers MIA a rap group?

After my A-Levels... I’ll see you all at the officer selection course.

@mtty34

4 жыл бұрын

You’ll get turned away and told you’re not ready if you go in with that attitude.

Not one mention about the 5 miles of death 🤣

I want to join the RAF one day..

@HK-it8ny

4 жыл бұрын

Good luck but start studying the role you want to be in

@SomeOne-wi6xr

3 жыл бұрын

@@HK-it8ny what does a raf gunner do what’s the roles and rules and requirements

@tomnewton3553

3 жыл бұрын

@@SomeOne-wi6xr www.raf.mod.uk/recruitment/roles/roles-finder/force-protection/raf-regiment-gunner

@SomeOne-wi6xr

3 жыл бұрын

@@tomnewton3553 how much to gunners actually get to fight and be in danger

@backyardgunner6038

3 жыл бұрын

@@SomeOne-wi6xr a RAF Regt Gunner's job is to defend Air bases owned by the UK at home and abroad. You may have to close with and destroy the enemy. And the question about how much you get to fight and be put in danger depends on where you're deployed. We are still being deployed, although there is no war for us to fight, it is still a dangerous place, where you should remain alert and always do your job how you've been trained. If you're based in the UK, (hopefully) you're less likely to be blown up or shot.

How has this changed (if at all) since the covid-19 crisis?

@reece.rawly2286

4 жыл бұрын

There’s now a bleep test and the 4kg medicine ball throw is now 3.1m instead of 4m 👍

@reece.rawly2286

4 жыл бұрын

f m 3.6!! They’ve bumped the numbers up again

Recruiter : Can you shape your beret like a cow pat on your head? Civi : yes Recruiter : you’re in!

Zeroing in

RAF Recruitment when will you be accepting officer applications for the Regiment again?

@royalairforce

2 жыл бұрын

Hi The role is open now on the RAF Recruitment website. It opened a little while ago. Are you registered for it? You'll be notified the moment a role opens if so. RAF Recruitment

I'm extremely passionate about joining he RAF regiment as a gunner however I have asthma I'm not currently on any medication and I haven't been for 5 years how will this affect my ability to be a RAF regiment gunner ?

@royalairforce

4 жыл бұрын

Hi It will be looked into at your medical, that's why it's part of the process, to make sure you're medically fit for service. As long as you meet the entry and eligibility criteria listed on the role page on the RAF Recruitment website you can submit an application. RAF Recruitment

Does the PROC consist of One fitness test or two fitness tests. I read on the website that there is a second fitness test at Cranwell?

@royalairforce

4 жыл бұрын

Hi There's no fitness test at OASC, but there is during your Familiarisation visit prior to IOT if you're successful. RAF Recruitment

@GodsAssassin

4 жыл бұрын

@@royalairforce Thank you. Have a great day.

I'm very confused at the moment, I'm applying for the role of Pilot and if that is t successful it will be WSO (officer). But it says on the website that it's a 2.4km run and not 2km. Can someone tell me which one it is for certain? As I would like to train appropriately according to the distance

@kirad2234

4 жыл бұрын

@f m cheers mate. I don't know why the RAF website says 2.4km for officers, slightly strange

@kirad2234

4 жыл бұрын

@f m cheers. Are recruitment offices still open amid lockdown though?

@kirad2234

4 жыл бұрын

@f m ah okay

@bighands69

2 жыл бұрын

@@kirad2234 If you train yourself to run distance it will not matter if it is 2.4 or 3.4 you will have the ability to do it.

@jamesshepherd5792

9 ай бұрын

Both

They bus them in from the Salvation Army selection, it's the last chance for those that didn't make the Brass Band.

Pity the apostrophes are wrong.....!

Could anyone tell me if this is different for the Reserves or is it the exact same fitness tests? The website is unclear. Any info appreciated

@royalairforce

Жыл бұрын

Hi You don't do the PGSC for the Reserve Gunner role. RAF Recruitment

@BastardSprinkler3000

Жыл бұрын

@@royalairforce Ok cheers! So you just do the 1.5mile run & press, ups sit ups at a local health centre and that's all for the fitness tests?

@royalairforce

Жыл бұрын

@@BastardSprinkler3000 Hi Yes, that's correct. It will be organised by your local Sqn and they will process your application. There is more training once you attest and are on your squadron though. RAF Recruitment

Surprised there isn’t any misogynistic comments from people who have never spent a day in uniform. Good luck to all women going for the newly opened combat roles.

@jessicamaccabe7051

5 жыл бұрын

I appreciate this comment🔥❤

@hiddenassassin3233

4 жыл бұрын

I mean you can call facts misogynistic all you want but they're still facts.

@gfield1607

4 жыл бұрын

Yes of course one fact is that you’ve proved my point. The second fact is that there is a standard to meet and women genetically are generally weaker than men but if they can meet the standard what’s the issue? And if you think that a woman can’t hump and dump for days on patrol then do her job during a fire fight, then I draw your kind attention to Kate Nesbitt MC. Probably worth a google.

@hiddenassassin3233

4 жыл бұрын

@@gfield1607 In what way did I prove your point? Im just stating how you calling facts misogynistic is an absolute wetty play lmfao

@gfield1607

4 жыл бұрын

When did I call facts misogynistic? Feel free to quote me And what does wetty play mean?

I have my PGSC tomorrow. Are we expected to turn up in a suit or just to be smart and presentable?

@harrymuffer2194

Жыл бұрын

Suit, I’m going too Tomoz

@slybritt3353

Жыл бұрын

@@harrymuffer2194 top man! Nice one for the heads up!

@tomni687

11 ай бұрын

Did you turn up in a suit or just smartly dressed???

Really a selection for snagging on the naffi geeez

I can’t swim or tread water, I’m 16 and terrified of the water, is swimming a compulsory thing?

@royalairforce

4 жыл бұрын

Hi If you're applying for the RAF Regiment, then yes, as it's part of the application process and will be part of your phys at Phase two training. For other roles in the RAF, no. RAF Recruitment

@vxprn_

4 жыл бұрын

@Raj Maj 😂😂 You and another person arguing in the comment section was too funny 😂😂😂

Just passed me interview i was just wondering 1 place is sayin its a 1.5 mile run and another place is sayin its 1.2

@royalairforce

2 жыл бұрын

Hi What does the video say? ;-) RAF Recruitment

@clipz4238

2 жыл бұрын

@@royalairforce ok so its definitely 2km thanks

Do you have to know how to swim to join?

@royalairforce

3 жыл бұрын

Hi There is a swimming test as part of the Regiment Gunner and Officer entry yes. You will need to be able to swim. But that's not the case for other roles. RAF Recruitment

Is the swimming test to find the best life guards for the hotel pool ?

Quite frankly I'm surprised that the RAF Regiment hasn't been disbanded it must be on senior thought processes and in LTCs.

@Dibley8899

5 ай бұрын

Well, to be honest. Having worked alongside the army. I found low-quality intelligence, attention to field training and detail debatable, and fitness below par. So frankly, I'm surprised half the army hasn't been disbanded. Just being honest. I worked with the Rocks in Londonderry in my day, and on the streets, they were spot on.

I'm in the process of applying for an apprenticeship in the RAF as a regiment gunner. I am honestly very nervous about it, as I don’t really see myself as very fit despite trying to maintain a healthy diet and exercise. Is there any advice you can give to ease any worries

@viveksapphire

11 ай бұрын

Hi, I’m an applicant in the process of joining the Royal Air Force as a Gunner too. I’ll be covering the entire application process on my channel, which may interest you. I posted my first video regarding the DAA on Saturday. Please let me know if it was helpful, thank you.

@adamabugarad

10 ай бұрын

How is it going? i am joining as well as a raf regiment gunner just done the medical

@1nfinitune533

10 ай бұрын

@@adamabugarad eh. Still yet to book the assessments due to irl work

@1nfinitune533

8 ай бұрын

​@@adamabugaradupdate: Defence Aptitude Assessment test on 2nd November. Physical assessment still in progress

@adamabugarad

5 ай бұрын

@@1nfinitune533good luck mate, im going for my pgsc 6th feb absolutely buzzing hope to see you in the reg

Can someone tell me why it says 4 metres for the med ball but on website it says 3.1 metres like what do we need to get

@royalairforce

2 жыл бұрын

Hi Because the video was produced prior to some changes in the PGSC standards as it was being worked through. The distance on the role page is correct. But if you trained for 4m then you'd pass the standard anyway... ;-) RAF Recruitment

@tedwilkinson3368

2 жыл бұрын

@@royalairforce cheers

"100% effort at all times" seems unrealistic, surely one shouldn't give 100% too early or one might not have enough for later tests?

@blackghost6796

2 ай бұрын

No you give 100%effort on all tests meaning even if your tired you give maximum effort because if you can't give maximum effort when tired for a test how will u give maximum effort when tired in combat

Do reserve gunners have to do same test

@backyardgunner6038

3 жыл бұрын

No

Raf recruitment can you please tell me do we pick the squadron we want to join at the end of our training

@royalairforce

4 жыл бұрын

Hi You can give a preference, but the RAF decides where you'll go based on operational requirements at the time. But you'll be posted every 2-4 years, so you'll move Sqns throughout your career. You won't just stay on one Sqn forever. RAF Recruitment

@jamescowley4508

3 жыл бұрын

@@royalairforce So if we're posted to RAF Honington or barnham for 2-4 years, can we then be posted somewhere else in the UK? I want to travel and im not sure the RAF can help me do that

@royalairforce

3 жыл бұрын

@@jamescowley4508 Hi, there's no guarantee that you'll be at Honington for your first posting. You're at Honington for your Gunner training. Once you've complete that and passed out then you'll receive your first posting. That could be anywhere we have a Regt Sqn around the UK, or elsewhere in the world if required. Have a look where Regt Sqns are based, you could be in any one of them every 2-4 years. RAF Recruitment

@jamescowley4508

3 жыл бұрын

@@royalairforce so I could go from somewhere in the UK , to another place in the UK to another place in the UK every 2-4 years? I wanna travel Abit so I don’t think it’s for me

@royalairforce

3 жыл бұрын

@@jamescowley4508 There are opportunities to travel. Sqns do exercises, operations and training both in the UK and overseas. But it's going to depend on what's happening and what the RAF is involved with that will depend on where you get to go. The decision whether you apply or not is entirely up to you. RAF Recruitment

Do reserves go though this exact pgsc?

@royalairforce

3 жыл бұрын

Hi No, there is a different process for Reserve entry. RAF Recruitment

@rachelbull6051

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for the reply. Could you please tell me the fitness requirements for the reserve entry?

@royalairforce

3 жыл бұрын

@@rachelbull6051 They're listed on the Reserve section of the role page on the RAF Recruitment website. RAF Recruitment

I cant swim properly ...especially in the deep end...will RAF be able to teach me this?

@royalairforce

3 жыл бұрын

Hi For some roles you need to be able to swim and tread water. For most you don't need to. It will depend on the role you wish to apply for. You can learn to swim once in service. RAF Recruitment

@GloryBelongsTo_ALLAH

3 жыл бұрын

@@royalairforce thank you!

Hello. My name is Samden and I am from India. If you could kindly help me with my doubt as I was going through online application: "Following the MOD announcement that the UK Armed Forces will now be able to recruit commonwealth citizens without the 5 year residency requirement, please note that the RAF continues to apply standard residency requirements for security clearance, ie, DV employment requires 7-years UK residency immediately prior to enlistment; SC requires 3-years." 1. As I was going through online application, can you explain me above paragraph? What does DV and SC stand for? 2. In the above paragraph it says commonwealth citizens doesn't need 5 years residency requirement. Could you explain please? 3. Is there any alternate ways where I don't have to stay for 3 years and join the force, I am 37 years old and I am ageing day by day and it will be really difficult to apply for different post. 4. Till which age I can apply for different post? 5. If I do get through Royal Air Force, how long can I serve and what is the age for retirement? 6. Is there any criteria for heights? I am really sorry to ask so many questions. Wish I could call directly but long distance calls from here is very expensive and the network is really bad.

@mezzmezzrow426

Жыл бұрын

Hi Samden, a quick way to summarise is this: do you currently reside in the UK? If so, for how long have you resided in the UK? If the answer to the first question is no, then i'm afraid all of the other information is irrelevant as you do not meet the residency requirements for joining.

@leonhrt07

Жыл бұрын

@@mezzmezzrow426 thank u for ur reply

@mezzmezzrow426

Жыл бұрын

@@leonhrt07 No problem at all. Best of luck

@leonhrt07

Жыл бұрын

@@mezzmezzrow426 so no there is no option for commonwealth citizens?

Do you have to pass every test in order to succeed to the next part of selection?

@royalairforce

4 жыл бұрын

Hi Yes, you will need to pass each element. But you're also scored and up against everyone else on your course and the other courses that period for slots available in training. So it's in your best interest to put best effort in to each element. RAF Recruitment

@reece.rawly2286

4 жыл бұрын

Royal Air Force so even if you pass all the elements there’s still a chance of failing if people show a higher score then yours?

Applied 2 weeks ago for the gunners, is there a bleep test on the PGSC?

@royalairforce

4 жыл бұрын

Matt The video tells you everything that is on the course. If it's not in the video, it's not on the course. RAF Recruitment

@mattdixon748

4 жыл бұрын

Not sure where I said I was worried , thanks for the concern tho sweetheart

@mattdixon748

4 жыл бұрын

Well raj, if u can hear things while your watching KZread videos then I suggest you lay off the spice. And as for the supplements, when your young an healthy like me you don’t need that stuff but thanks for the advice on what to take, clearly sounds like you’ve got some experience being on your knees ;)

@mattdixon748

4 жыл бұрын

Raj Maj I can hear the video old man just don’t claim to hear other people’s knees knocking that’s all, and as for the “ thinly veiled homophobic reference” your the one suggesting supplements for dodgy knees so I just assumed u had Done a lot of time on your knees. I was asking about the bleep test because it’s in previous pgsc videos and was expecting an adults reply but instead get some wanna be giving it the big one

@reece.rawly2286

4 жыл бұрын

Matt Dixon have you had your pgsc yet?

Is there another interview on the pgsc then?

@royalairforce

4 жыл бұрын

Hi As the video states, if you're applying for the Regt Officer role you'll have an interview. If you're applying for Gunner then you'll have a debrief where you'll be asked some questions and be able to ask some yourself too. However, the entire course is part of your 'interview' and you're expected to act accordingly. RAF Recruitment

Is the med ball throw measured from your back or feet?

@swiftelbow2743

3 жыл бұрын

When I did it there was two mats on the floor. You had to get it pass the second matt to pass

@reece.rawly2286

3 жыл бұрын

Cheers, 3.1m ain’t too bad now, what was the swimming like?

@swiftelbow2743

3 жыл бұрын

@@reece.rawly2286 easy, just don't touch the floor or walls, honestly if you're in good shape you'll be fine

@reece.rawly2286

3 жыл бұрын

Swift Elbow oh are they strict about that stuff, and yeah I’m more of a cardiovascular guy anyways so hopefully shouldn’t be too bad

@swiftelbow2743

3 жыл бұрын

@@reece.rawly2286 yeah they are strict, dont do it correctly dont pass

im 55 and I reckon I would beat 60% of those on the course

What do they ask in the interview?? How will i prepare for it?? Is it important?? because that's the scariest part for me but the other test are fine

@vs4812

3 жыл бұрын

Do you still need help?

@Benakhawlhring

3 жыл бұрын

@@vs4812 yes please

@vs4812

2 жыл бұрын

@@Benakhawlhring Sorry about the late reply, I’ve only seen this. I’ll explain it just in case you still need it. They ask about the RAF stations, current RAF operations, about NATO, about your role, about your training, the aircrafts, about why you want to join, why you picked RAF over the Army and Navy. These are just some of them. They may ask more or less. I would recommend downloading Reddit and following the Royal Air Force forum. It’s really helpful, you will find your answers to pretty much everything. It’s really, really important that you learn this. You can learn by simply researching these areas and writing them down and revising them. If you provide me your email, I can show you what I’ve done so far.

Anyone got there pgsc soon

Is it true that one of your pilots is dating Maya of the pop group MIA?

2:47 "FROM IT'S HISTORY" Nobody from the RAF review this before it went out! 🤦‍♂️🤣

Is this the same for RAF Police Officers?

@royalairforce

4 жыл бұрын

Jamie No, as it states on the video, this is the entry requirements for the RAF Regiment Gunner and Officer roles, not any of the other RAF roles. You can find the entry requirements for all roles on each role page on the RAF Recruitment website. RAF Recruitment

Im looking to join the RAF in two years time when i leave secondary scool and i want to be a wepins mechanic is there anything i should really focus on for my GCSE to get in

@milaskilathelab

5 жыл бұрын

Learn how to spell *weapons and *school ... first. Good luck!

@mozdy4834

5 жыл бұрын

@@milaskilathelab My autocorrect messed me up

@jackappleton4540

5 жыл бұрын

The Grim Reaper So your autocorrect, corrected your spelling to something that isn’t a word

@mozdy4834

5 жыл бұрын

@@jackappleton4540 it dosent always correct it can change.

@yungacn6548

5 жыл бұрын

The Grim Reaper u want to be getting good marks in English and maths mate grade 4

Does anyone know, when doing the press-ups if you can stop for a couple of seconds then carry on? Or if you stop does the test stop? I can do the required amount and more if I take a (very) quick break while the timer continues.

@royalairforce

5 жыл бұрын

You would be best to be prepared to do as many as you can within the time as you're expected to produce your best effort, not just to make the required minimum standard. You're scored against everyone else on the course, it could be the difference between getting a place or not. RAF Recruitment

@iainyoung6878

4 жыл бұрын

@@royalairforce hardly fair comparing men against women, given female applicants have do do only half the work of a man.

@curt6926

4 жыл бұрын

@@royalairforce what if you come one press up under

@royalairforce

4 жыл бұрын

@@curt6926 Then you'll have failed to meet the minimum standard required. On the PGSC you're against everyone else on the course for a slot, so you should be putting in best effort, not just trying to meet the lowest standards. RAF Recruitment

Looking to join RAF reg or Parachute regiment 🇬🇧

@vxprn_

3 жыл бұрын

Same here

Is minimum age to join RAF 14, I saw it in the website, just want a comfirmation

@mozdy4834

5 жыл бұрын

No its 16

@WembleyGaming

3 жыл бұрын

You can technically apply at 15 years 9 months like I did

Why make it easier for females?

@DDougz

4 жыл бұрын

One word : Biology

@frazlesc6937

4 жыл бұрын

I have no idea but I think it should be equal even though I am a female.

@streetwisehercules9956

4 жыл бұрын

DDougzif Set a base level that’s needs to be attained, the current “male” one. If they chat reach it, don’t get in. Same role, same expectations.

@Bootneck-RMC

4 жыл бұрын

Women are now allowed to join the Royal Marine Commandos, but the standards haven't been lowered for them. They will have to do exactly the same as the male nod's. The only exception the corp has made for them is, separate toilets and showers. If they complete the Commando tests, then they will have earned their Green Lid the same as everyone else and will be warmly welcomed to the corp.

@adamlawd8366

4 жыл бұрын

TheTruthWillOut got any links to the study’s? genuinely interested. :-) thanks

To be a gunner what number of years can I sign up to? Is it minimum 10 years?

@royalairforce

3 жыл бұрын

Hi You're initially given a 12 year contract, that's the RAF's commitment to you, a guaranteed 12 years of employment. But you can leave earlier if you want to or you may get the chance to extend it too. RAF Recruitment

@jamescowley4508

3 жыл бұрын

@@royalairforce so can I leave after 3 or 4 years? I want to join the regular police afterwards as I’ve heard it’s hard to start a life in any armed service

@royalairforce

3 жыл бұрын

@@jamescowley4508 You Need to give a minimum return of service post phase two training as we've spent a lot of time and money training you for a specific role. It would normally be around 3-4 years, but you'll be able to check exact times once in service. But yes. RAF Recruitment

@jamescowley4508

3 жыл бұрын

@@royalairforce cheers mate

@aspiretenacitygaming1753

3 жыл бұрын

@@royalairforce saw on another comment you said a minimum of 10 years. Now you're saying 12. Which is it

If you are unsuccessful can you try again?

@royalairforce

5 жыл бұрын

Hi Yes, you'll be fully debriefed and advised on your options before you leave. How long before you can attempt the course again will depend on how well you get on, of course. RAF Recruitment

@chunkywater5144

5 жыл бұрын

Royal Air Force Thanks for the fast reply!

@royalairforce

5 жыл бұрын

@Thomas Brereton There is the Airmen Selection Test (AST) which involves some maths elements. There is a practice test on the RAF Recruitment website you can try to see the types of questions you'll face. RAF Recruitment

Airman test on 22nd july

@jessicamaccabe7051

5 жыл бұрын

Goodluck!

@shaun5454

4 жыл бұрын

How did it go mate

@kjbmkjbm4242

4 жыл бұрын

Missed by 3 back monday

@shaun5454

4 жыл бұрын

kjbm kjbm what you can go back that quickly if you fail??

@kjbmkjbm4242

4 жыл бұрын

Yeh but if i fail this time i have to wait 6 months

Barrier up barrier down, now do both, congratulations you have now passed out as an raf gunner

@backyardgunner6038

3 жыл бұрын

Haha, jokes on you. The MPGS do the barriers now 😉

@hanshanson9932

3 жыл бұрын

@@backyardgunner6038 at least the mpgs will have deployed past the gate before joining to protect the raf

The unaided climb out of the water is a bit much.

@backyardgunner6038

3 жыл бұрын

If you haven't got the strength to pull yourself out of a pool, you deffo haven't got the strength or mentality to even join up.

@justingrainger6627

3 жыл бұрын

@@backyardgunner6038 what about the 5 miler of death??

@JammyDodger45

3 жыл бұрын

@@justingrainger6627 -there's no such test. It was just a SNCO (and ex Para Reg Cpl) chopsing off to recruits. It happens in every Regt.

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