RAF Culture and Traditions

Question 1

In order, list the non-commissioned ranks of the RAF:

Answer 1

1. LAC
2. SAC / SAC Tech
3. Lance Corporal
4. Corporal
5. Sergeant
6. Chief Tech
7. Flight Sergeant
8. Warrant Officer

Question 2

In order, list the non-commissioned air crew ranks:

Answer 2

1. Sergeant Aircrew
2. Flight Sergeant Aircrew
3. Master Aircrew

Question 3

In order, list and categorise the commissioned ranks of the RAF:

Answer 3

JUNIOR RANKS

1. Pilot Officer
2. Flying Officer
3. Flight Lieutenant

SENIOR RANKS

1. Squadron Leader
2. Wing Commander
3. Group Captain

AIR RANKS

1. Air Commodore
2. Air Vice-Marshal
3. Air Marshal
4. Air Chief Marshal

Question 4

How do you identify an Army officer?

Answer 4

Pips and Crowns

Question 5

How do you identify a Naval officer?

Answer 5

Stripes & Waves

Question 6

Outline the structure of an RAF station:

Answer 6

STATION > Wings > Squadrons > Flights > Sections > Individuals

Question 7

How do trades and branches differ? (i.e. give definitions).

Answer 7

Trade: The skilled practice of a practical occupation, carried out by non-commissioned airmen/women.

Branch: A specialisation in an area within a larger organisation carried out by commissioned officers.

Question 8

List the 21 Trade Groups

Answer 8

1. Aircraft Engineering*
2. Info and Comms Tech*
3. General Engineering
4. Logistics Driver
5. NCC*
6. Force Protection*
7. PTI
8. Intelligence*
9. Survival Equipment Fitter
10. Photography
11. Medical
12. Personnel Support
13. Logistics 1
14. Logistics 2
15. Musician