Joining the Navy as an Officer

[skydriver]

Alright all,

I am really new to this forum, just been looking around and there is loads of useful info, its great.

I wanted to know if you think its worth joining the Navy. I am currently 20yrs old and have wanted to join the Navy since I was about 12-13yrs old. I initially couldnt join because of asthma but I am now 4 yrs clear of that so I am eligible to join.

I initially wanted to join as a rating, but I have been looking at the officers job and I really like the look of that, the only problem being is that I dont have the UCAS points I need.

Do you think it would be worth studying for 2 years and then joining, or would it just be better to join as a rating?

I dont mind the studying and I would like to be a pilot and being an officer is the only way I would be able to fly.

Also would it look good for me if I took private lessons and learnt to fly?

Thanks

Nick

[Stinky]

I would say I would go straight into the navy, but that's because I hate school etc. But if you don't mind it, you should because you have plenty of time to join and being a pilot would be the best.

[Tab]

If the life in the RN appeals to you then go for it, you could do a dam sight worse.

[Nicky_D321]

Try looking on Rum Ration (just google it). So much info on there. I start basic training in 5 weeks - it's been a great help during the whole aplication/joining process.
Good Luck
Nic

[harry hackedoff]

If the life in the RN appeals to you then go for it, you could do a dam sight worse.

You`re not wrong there matey




Look what happened to Green Ronald!

Whaaaaaa

[LHtoLT]

Im currently a Leading hand in the RN just passed selection for Dartmouth to train as a Pilot. If all you want to do is become an officer and fly then i suggest you get your points and apply. You have plenty of time before your 26th birhtday!

Not sure about the ashma thing but there is a handy thread on rumration

If you are not in a hurry to be a Pilot then you could join as a rating but expect it not to be easy to transfer over and there will be no gaurentees, trust me on that one!

Nick

[harry hackedoff]

What are you going to be driving then?
And good luck with it Jack

[LHtoLT]

Cheers mates, im hoping to be a Lynx driver off the back off Type 23's. If not then maybe Harrier if im good enough. Got to get through officer training first!

Good luck with your quest!

See you in the Fleet!

[Hyperlithe]

My Dad used to be a Lynx pilot, he seems to have enjoyed it.

[harry hackedoff]

Hypers, you never cease to amaze
Can one ever be an ex helo drives btw?
Surely he is still a Lynx driver who no longer flys?
And yes, I know your name ain`t Shirley

It`s Nandroleen, but I`ll never tell.
Was Daddy Royal, Jack, Crab or Perce then?

My Daddy was a bankrobber, but he never hurt no body.
He just loved to live that way and he loved to steal your money