Aircraft Technician Avionics Review
at RAF
Level 3 Apprenticeship
Armed Forces
Odiham
Review Submitted: May 2025
Overall Rating
4.1 /5
The Overall Rating is the average of all the ratings given in each category. We take those individual ratings and combine them into one final score!
4/5
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Overview of Role
4/5
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Skills Development
4/5
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Structure and Support
Overview of Role
Please give an overview of your role and what this involves on a day-to-day basis:
4/5
Chinook CH-47 helicopter maintenance which includes preventative and routine maintenance
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
4/5
I enjoy it as I get a sense of fulfilment from completing jobs and progressing my apprenticeship
Skills Development
Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
4/5
Both new and developed skills
Structure and Support
How well organised/structured is your programme?
4/5
The programme clearly outlines what I need to achieve in order to gain my full qualification
How much support do you receive from your employer?
4/5
I can receive constant and easy to access support from my employer from higher ranks and my apprenticeship manager
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
4/5
I receive a lot of support as and when it is needed. Regular check ins help me stay accountable and ask for help.
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
4/5
The qualification works well alongside my role as I helps me to understand my role deeper and encourage me to complete a wide array of tasks.
Are there extra-curricular activities to get involved in at your work? (For example, any social activities, sports teams, or even professional networking events.)
4/5
I take part in a band with my shift mates, as well as an Esports team and cricket team
Recommendations & Advice
Would you recommend RAF to a friend?
Yes
Why?
Wide array of jobs allowing for different skill sets and development of a career
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to RAF?
Work hard and don’t slack off as the qualification can be done relatively quickly with good determination.
