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by Wolf_Larsen
Thu 11 Sep, 2003 6:53 pm
Forum: RN General Discussion
Topic: H.M.S. Invincible vs U boat
Replies: 6
Views: 3299

H.M.S. Invincible vs U boat

How would an aircraft carrier handle an attack sub? As far as I know they have no weapons that can be used against it. What is in a carrier group that could protect the carrier, two of three destroyers or frigates? A minesweeper? thanks
by Wolf_Larsen
Thu 11 Sep, 2003 6:53 pm
Forum: RN Joining & Training
Topic: H.M.S. Invincible vs U boat
Replies: 6
Views: 2531

H.M.S. Invincible vs U boat

How would an aircraft carrier handle an attack sub? As far as I know they have no weapons that can be used against it. What is in a carrier group that could protect the carrier, two of three destroyers or frigates? A minesweeper? thanks
by Wolf_Larsen
Fri 05 Sep, 2003 3:48 am
Forum: RN Joining & Training
Topic: Eyesight Requirements
Replies: 15
Views: 4628

You can't join as a fixed-wing pilot, you must join as aircrew, and work your way as far as you can up through training for progressively more sophisticated aircraft, e.g. Jetstream->Sea King->Harrier. You might also be selected to be an observer depending on your aptitudes or lack thereof.

The ...
by Wolf_Larsen
Fri 05 Sep, 2003 3:34 am
Forum: RN Joining & Training
Topic: Eyesight Standards for Officers
Replies: 1
Views: 1388

Eyesight Standards for Officers

Hello. I hope to apply for a commission in the Navy soon, as a warfare officer. I have found a good document at

http://www.assoc-optometrists.org/uploaded_files/pdf/04-navy.pdf

about the eyesight requirements for the various career specialisations; unfortunately, I don't understand all of the ...