Life in the RAF - a report for the AFPRB EXECUTIVE SUMMARY


RAF Strategy • Focus on our people. • Deliver on operations. • Grow our front-line.


BACKGROUND AND CONTEXT


In this, the Royal Air Force’s Centenary year, the Service is being asked to deliver contingent operational effect across the world and across the spectrum of air power. As a service it’s as busy now as at any time since WW II, and is doing so with the fewest number of personnel since it was founded in 1918. Notwithstanding being involved on operations at home and abroad, RAF Personnel to their credit have been able to commemorate and celebrate with the nation the 100th anniversary of the formation of the world’s first independent air force. No one who witnessed the Anniversary Parade in London and the 100 aircraft flypast can doubt the pride and professionalism of the RAF’s men and women. Their ability to deliver such a wonderful celebration on a national scale will no doubt inspire the next generation of airmen and airwomen. Delivering these commemorative events whilst meeting the challenges of front line global commitments and its attendant ongoing training requirement, has demonstrated the flexibility and determination of its personnel who are supported so magnificently by their families.


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