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Aviation History
1959
1959 - 0090.PDF
FLIGHT, 2 January 1959 The Royal Air Force spans the world AS PROGRFSS in the air forges ahead, the world is rapidly becoming a smaller place. Even the distance between one continent and another no longer helps to safeguard a nation's security. And for this reason, the Royal Air Force must tackle defence problems on a world-wide scale. Looking ahead. New air weapons are bringing increased responsibility to those in command in the R.A.F. The approach of the space age presents a challenge that can only be met by men of the highest calibre. A flying career with the R.A.F. calls for both individual skill and command abilities. It is a career which com- bines adventure with an excellent future. TYPES OF COMMISSION Direct Commission (I) Permanent—leading to a pension. Direct Commission (2) twelve years with an option of leaving after eight years and an oppor- tunity of gaining a permanent commission. Short Service Commission. Five years with an opportunity ofgaininga permanent commission. Pay and Gratuities. The new increases in pay and allowances enable a flight lieutenant to earn, with full allowances, nearly £1,700 a year. Non-permanent officers qualify for a tax free gratuity of up to £4,000. For further information see the opposite page. M«/< cnntpitrrl a»d ifratrn btf thr hirerfiratr ff Ortr
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