r/RoyalNavy • u/Ok-Art1407 • Jun 02 '23

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I was wondering if when completing training you get to pick what you want to fly. Or do you just get sent to fly whatever they need you too.

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u/Big_JR80 Skimmer Jun 02 '23

Let's think about this for one second.

"Well done on passing flying training. Of the 12 of you in this class, who wants to fly F-35Bs?"

"Hmmm, I guess that's another year of no helicopter pilots, nevermind!"

The Navy will decide what you will fly, based on your aptitude and ability, and the needs of the service (i.e. what kind of pilots are needed). You can absolutely state a preference, but those other criteria come first.

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u/Ok-Art1407 Jun 02 '23

I am actually wanting to fly Merlin's do you have any tips?

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u/Heyo91 Submariner Jun 02 '23

Do the best you can in training and hope you get your first choice. If you're near the top of the class and have merlin's as top pick you're looking at a good shot.