I want to be a pilot when i am older but i want to know more of what it is like in the RAF, do you need 20/20 vision to be a pilot?
2007-02-11 23:41:00 · 2 answers · asked by Anonymous in Cars & Transportation ➔ Aircraft
I'm not a pilot in the RAF, but I was a Nav in the USAF, and have worked closely with RAF crews throughout my career.
With the new equipment programs coming on line, the next few years should be a GREAT time to join the RAF: Typhoon, C17s, and a possible Apache buy (though these might go to the army). Also if the RN's plans come to fruition, they will have two new carrier battlegroups.
Anyway, I believe that yes, current requirement for entry into pilot training is 20/20 uncorrected vision, good depth perception, and no color blindness.
Probably your best way to check is to stop by a recruiter and ask about it. Another option is to contact an OTC
Here's what the RAF website is saying. Looks like they're having a chatroom on 21 Feb. Perfect time to ask these excellent question:
http://www.raf.mod.uk/careers/home.cfm
2007-02-12 09:19:57 · answer #1 · answered by jim 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
pretty much the same as the USAF
2007-02-12 03:54:17 · answer #2 · answered by mypet91942 1 · 0⤊ 1⤋