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Royal Air Force (RAF) airmen and airwomen use specialist skills for support roles in defence and peacekeeping missions.
You could apply to join the RAF through an HM forces serviceperson Level 2 apprenticeship. You'll still need to apply directly to the RAF to discuss which is the best apprenticeship route for you. This will depend on your qualifications and which service role you're interested in. Entry requirements vary.
Volunteering
You can join the RAF Reserve to get some experience of what life is like in the air force and to learn new skills. You'll need to:
You'll need:
You’ll provide specialist support in one of the following areas:
As an airman or airwoman you could move up the ranks to a more senior position like corporal or sergeant. You could also apply to become a commissioned officer. You could go into a wide range of careers once you leave the RAF, depending on your skills, training and qualifications.
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