RAF History Flashcards
1
Q
When was the RAF formed
A
1st April 1918
2
Q
What combined to make the RAF
A
The royal flying corps
The royal naval air service
3
Q
Who was appointed the first air chief of the RAF
A
Lord trenchard
4
Q
What are the 6 groups of the RAF
A
No1 - fast jet, ISTAR No2 - military capability No11 - electronic warfare No22 - training + cadets + red arrows No38 - engineering, logistics No83 - op hw in the middle east
5
Q
What is the role of the RAF
A
To defend the UK and it’s interests 24/7
To provide the nation with choice in a time of conflict
To maximise public investment
6
Q
The RAFs mission statement
A
To provide agile, adaptable and a capable air force that is second to none
7
Q
What is the RAFs motto
A
Per ardva as Astra - through adversity to the stars
8
Q
Airmen ranks in order
A
Leading aircraftman Senior aircraftman (+technician) Lance corporal (regiment only) Corporal Sergeant (+aircrew) Flight sergeant (chief technician, +aircrew) Warrant officer (+master aircrew)
9
Q
Officer ranks
A
Pilot Flying Flight lieutenant Squadron leader Wing commander Group captain Air commodore Air vice marshal Air marshal Air chief marshal Marshal of the RAF
