What training aircraft do RAF use?
The Beechcraft Texan T MK1 (Texan T1) will take over the basic fast jet training role currently fulfilled by the Tucano T.Mk 1. Students will progress onto the aircraft from the Prefect and move forwards to the Hawk T2.
What transport planes do the RAF use?
| Royal Air Force | |
|---|---|
| Trainer | BAE Hawk T1/T2 Beechcraft Texan T1 Embraer Phenom T1 Eurofighter Typhoon T3 Grob Viking T1 Grob Prefect T1 Grob Tutor T1 |
| Transport | Airbus Voyager KC2/KC3 Airbus A400M Atlas C1 Boeing C-17 Globemaster III Lockheed Martin Hercules C4/C5 |
| Tanker | Airbus Voyager KC2/KC3 |
Is the RAF Regiment being disbanded?
A unit within the RAF Regiment has been disbanded while sexual abuse allegations are investigated. It is understood the allegations relate to an airman appearing to be sexually assaulted with a piece of mortar equipment. Defence Secretary Ben Wallace told MPs at the Commons he was “appalled” by reports of the incident.
Do the SAS recruit from the RAF?
The SAS and SBS can recruit from any UK or Commonwealth force, however as far as the SAS goes most are recruited from the Parachute Regiments or the Royal Marines (Commando’s as well)as they have already proven they are fit, dedicated, determined and have certain mental abilities to draw on.
What is replacing the RAF Tucano?
On 25 October 2019, the Tucano was withdrawn from RAF service and was replaced by the Beechcraft T-6Cs.
How many c17 do the RAF have?
Royal Air Force
| Type | Origin | Total |
|---|---|---|
| Boeing Chinook | USA | 60 |
| Boeing C-17A Globemaster III | USA | 8 |
| Boeing Poseidon MRA1 | USA | 9 |
| British Aerospace 146 | UK | 6 |
Why are the RAF Regiment called rock apes?
Origin of the “Rock Ape” nickname The term came into use after an accident in the Western Aden Protectorate in November 1952. Two RAF Regiment officers serving with the Aden Protectorate Levies at Dhala decided to amuse themselves by going out to shoot some of the hamadryas baboons (locally referred to as “rock apes”).
What happened at RAF Honington?
311 (Czech) Squadron RAF formed at Honington with Wellingtons, later moving to RAF East Wretham in November 1940. Then, in May 1941, a Wellington returning from a night trip attempted to land at Honington with its wheels retracted. It skidded to one side and crashed into the main bomb dump where it burst into flames.
Is RAF Regiment elite?
Officially, no. Unofficially, still no. While a contingent of the RAF Reg serves with UKSF, they are there in a support role. They take a slightly more advanced version of the RAF fitness test but they are in all intents and purposes not elite.
What does the RAF Regiment do?
The Royal Air Force Regiment ( RAF Regiment) is part of the Royal Air Force and functions as a specialist corps. Founded by Royal Warrant in 1942, the Corps carries out soldiering tasks relating to the delivery of air power.
What does an RAF Instructor do?
RAF Regiment instructors are responsible for training all Royal Air Force personnel in basic force protection such as first aid, weapon handling and CBRN skills. The regiment and its members are known within the RAF as “The Regiment”, “Rock Apes” or “Rocks”.
Why are there so many RAF Regiment rifle flights in Afghanistan?
The large area surrounding airfields (regularly up to 140 km square) means RAF Regiment rifle flights (platoons) often spend long periods of time deployed on the ground deterring and detecting potential attackers.
Where does training take place in the RAF?
Training is delivered by one of four training teams (flights) and takes place at RAF Honington, in Suffolk, and is the home of the RAF Regiment. Trainees will be taught how to handle and fire weapons in a professional manner and learn how to survive to fight in all environmental conditions (Table 3).