RSM123

Whats RAF ? The only thing that attacked the Nazis for two years between 1939 and 1941 - when the rest of the world thought that Germany had won the war. Part of the reason why Norway sends a Christmas Tree to be erected in Trafalgar Square every year http://www.norway.org.uk/culture/christmastree.htm http://www.nmm.ac.uk/site....953 Speaking as an Englishman - we know most people in Europe hate us. But if you read your history books - we have put more into Europe than we have got back.

What you might like to try doing is a : http://www.google.com Search for IQ Tests or Aptitude Tests as there are many free ones to test your verbal skills, maths skills, ability to spot 'odd one out' symbols, etc. They are the sort of tests the military evaluation officers will put you through quite early on to see what you know, and also how you think. You will also need to practice debating skills, because as an officer you will be commanding men, and they will need to have faith in your abilities as a leader so you cannot be shy or too quiet. You need to analyse a problem, plan how to resolve it, and implement the plan. Of course they will train you - but it helps if you have prepared in advance as it shows them you made an effort, and gives you a head start over lazy candidates who think they know everything. I really do suggest you email the RNAF website for specific information as they are the only ones who can state for sure what they require from a candidate. But if you have any more questions I will be glad to help if possible.

This is a copy / paste from the RAF link above : RAF Flying Training - Pilot Training Entry Student pilots join the RAF in one of 2 ways: Through the University Air Squadrons (UASs). As Direct Entrants. Initial Officer Training All officer student aircrew complete a 24-week Initial Officer Training (IOT) course at RAF College Cranwell. Elementary Flying Training (EFT) EFT comprises the UASs and JEFTS. All students, irrespective of background, receive common core groundschool training and EFT. Depending on their type of entry into the Service, students fly either 62 hours during a concentrated course on the Firefly at RAF Church Fenton (or, occasionally, at Barkston Heath/attached to a UAS) or up to 90 hours on the Bulldog/Tutor, during their university studies, at one of 15 UASs. The continuity of the JEFTS course accounts for the difference in flying hours of the 2 entry schemes. On completion of EFT students are streamed fast-jet, multi-engine or rotary. EFT Course Standards To progress beyond EFT both UAS and JEFTS students are required to pass a Final Handling Test. Notwithstanding the different lengths of the UAS and JEFTS syllabuses, common course standards and assessment procedures ensure a common EFT output standard. Fast-Jet Stream Pilots selected for fast-jet streaming progress to BFJT on the Tucano at RAF Linton-on-Ouse. The 124 hour BFJT course is designed as a lead in to fast-jet ATTU at RAF Valley. On successful completion of BFJT, students are posted to the ATTU to complete advanced flying training, tactics and weapons training on the Hawk. At the end of this course, pilots are assessed for either single or 2 seat operations and most progress to an Operational Conversion Unit (OCU) prior to joining a front-line fast-jet squadron. However, approximately 3 pilots a year are selected to attend the CFS Tucano course at Topcliffe and 2 pilots per year remain at RAF Valley. These pilots spend their first tour of duty as "Creamy" Qualified Flying Instructors (QFIs) and then go to the fast-jet front-line. Multi-Engine Stream Approximately half of all ab-initio pilots destined for multi-engine (ME) training are directly streamed and complete a 30 hour Multi-Engine Lead-In (MELIN) course on the Firefly. The remainder of the annual intake comprises students restreamed to ME from elsewhere in pilot training. All are posted to 45® Squadron at RAF College Cranwell to complete either a 70 hour, 45 hour or 30 hour AFT course on the Jetstream, before progressing to an OCU and a front-line squadron. Rotary Stream RAF rotary wing pilot training is conducted at DHFS, RAF Shawbury. The RAF course comprises a 37 hour basic phase and an 30 hour advanced stage, both of which are conducted on the Squirrel. Following this, students undertake 64 hours of multi-engine flying on the Griffin before completing 12 hours SAR training. Successful students then progress through Operational Conversion Flights to front-line squadrons. The RAF Flying Badge In all cases, the RAF Flying Badge (Wings) is awarded to pilots on completion of ATTU/AFT. .................................................... To answer your question - no you do not have to learn jets and helicopters. All pilots go through the same course, those that pass flight training and want to fly helicopters or transports, etc go off to Operational Conversion Units to learn that particular type of aircraft (the best candidates from each class usually get to choose where they go, the rest go where they are needed.) If you apply to fly the Lynx or Sea King you will not have to qualify on the F 16 or Tornado first. It would not be necessary - and it costs the military a lot of money - about Å3 million to train a fighter pilot.

Here is the RAF Careers page : http://www.ukmfts.mod.uk/pages/current/raftraining/pilot.shtml The courses will not be exactly the same - but very similar.

First off most modern Air Force pilots will be officers not noncoms. Noncom aircrew still fly in the rear as gunners or winchmen in Search & Rescue helicopters - but to be a pilot you'll almost certainly need to go for a commission. Here in the UK - competition is very high. They have strict standards for things like vision, dexterity, heart / lung capacity, etc. Regarding academic - you should look at the different entry options ... do you intend to enlist straight from school at 18 ? Or do you want to atten university to get a degree ? If so you should ask about scholarship entry as there are probably programmes where you can get your study paid, and get flight training practice, if you sign up for a minimum period (usually 6 - 12 years depending on the country.) Here RAF officers in ground duties must serve 16 years to get a full pension, whereas aircrew officers get a pension after 12 years - so you cuold graduate through pilot training, and retire at 35 ... plenty of time to go and work for S.A.S earning Å50,000 per year on top  Furthermore if you are a graduate of university you go in one rank higher. In UK the lowest commissioned rank is Pilot Officer, but with a degree you would be commissioned as Flying Officer either immediately, or within a short time. Your best option if you have not would be to read here : http://www.mil.no/luft/ Email them and ask for free literature on your career options regarding study, training requiirements, medical standards, etc. Also try these beginners course to see if you're good enough. http://www.hurtwood.demon.co.uk/Fun/copter.swf http://www.bbc.co.uk/drama/rockface/game/index.shtml Good luck to you.

From the above screenshot it looks like it also has potential as a flight sim Still most games have 'bugs' so it might be worth trying.

I cannot give any feedback as I have only just seen the link itself on a techsite where I post. Good luck.

See link : http://www.racer.nl/ Not a spam post. No Popups. Take a look. If inappropriate then delete - no problems

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Thanks - The Underdogs url is now correct :-)

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Hi, Thanks for the reply. I wasn't doing it right - I only put the extra .sqs files in the mission folder, didn't use any triggers. Thanks Again.

Is there any way to make the flamethrower lethal ? Or is it just to add reailsm by being part of the Para Group ? I have put the scripts in the mission folder as directed. But when you use the weapon on an enemy unit - the enemy just stands there acting bored then opens up. And its game over.

Really great addon. I have a couple of questions about using it in Res though as I tested it on Nogova. In my game in 3rd person mode the helicopter was invisble - you could only see groups of flying hellfires. Second the church on the hill near the bridge was invisible but could still be targetted and destroyed with hellfires. Third in the 'You Are Dead' cutscene the helicopter was a shadow on the ground with actual hellfires in position. I ran the game again without RAH66 and the church was once again visible on the hill. Does anyone have any idea about these glitches. Apart from this its great. Very good cockpit layout in first person mode, flies very easily, weapons target and hit no problem.

Yes I have tried deleting unnecessary addons. My comment about Fade was only speculative as I have never seen it before I could not think how else it could have happened. As regards the topic being locked by the moderators. If they wish to then they can - it is their forum. I only posted here because the only help I have ever had was from other OFP fans not from the game developers. It does seem to me that the computer software industry has a unique opportunity to absolve themselves from any resposibility with the 90 day warranty. If I paid the same amount of money for a printer, a radio, etc the manufacturer would be compelled to resolve the problem or replace the product and for free within 12 months. I have ensured that everything this end is in order and can do no more than that. I will just swallow the loss and not buy B I S software again. Anyway thanks for your reply. RSM123. If any moderator wants to remove this post or ban me then your are free to do that, I am only speaking my mind. Resposibility like courtesy is supposedly reciproacal.