12 RAF Airman & RAF Officer Interview Questions & Winning Answers (2024)

RAF Airman & RAF Officer Job Description

RAF Airman & RAF Officer Job Brief:

Regardless of the role you are applying for, you will need to demonstrate an ability to work as part of a team, adhere to strict rules, procedures and operational practices at all times, maintain a good level of physical fitness, pass the RAF medical examination, be disciplined and organised at all times, learn a large amount of job-specific information relevant to your chosen career and also work selflessly to achieve the goals of the RAF department r regiment you are working for.

The RAF Core Values are an important aspect of this elite force. We recommend you learn these in preparation for your RAF Airman / RAF Officer interview.

RAF CORE VALUES for both RAF Airman and RAF Officer roles (The Assessable Key Skills, Qualities & Attributes):

• EXCELLENCE – Excellence is all about carrying out your duties to the highest standards possible. It encompasses personal excellence, discipline and pride and requires the RAF to utilise resources effectively and efficiently. Risk must also be managed, and the welfare of all staff is a priority. Excellence also involves taking personal responsibility for your own actions and everything you do.

• INTEGRITY – Integrity is all about doing what is right regardless of the situation or circ*mstances you find yourself in. It is about establishing trust between individuals and team members, because without honesty, truth and integrity, the core role of the RAF cannot be achieved.

• SERVICE – When you join the Royal Air Force you are serving the nation selflessly. Service is also about putting your professional performance ahead of your own personal interests. ‘Service before self’ is, in effect, loyalty, commitment and service.

• RESPECT – Loyalty to the crown, your superior officers, subordinates and commanders is not the only aspect of ‘respect’ that is required when you join the RAF. It is also about putting others first and there is no room within the Royal Air Force for discrimination or prejudice

TIP #1 – Regardless of whether you are applying to join the RAF as an Airman or Officer, we strongly recommend you learn and understand the importance of the Royal Air Force core values. These are Respect, Integrity, Excellence and Service. Visit the RAF website and ensure you fully understand what the core values are and how you will be able to prove to the panel you have the potential to match them with your chosen RAF role.

TIP #2 – In the build-up to your RAF interview, spend lots of time learning about the RAF’s history, their values, the different regiments and squadrons, the equipment, resource weapons and aircraft they utilise, and also whereabouts in the world the RAF are operating from right now. The majority of this information will be available within your RAF recruitment literature and also on the RAF website. Be fully prepared for the RAF interview question: “What do you know about the Royal Air Force and where we are operating from right now?”

TIP #3 – If you are attending an RAF Officer interview, you will be assessed against numerous leadership qualities, including your ability to lead, motivate and inspire the men and women under your command. You will also be assessed against your ability to remain calm whilst under pressure, and also your ability to plan (planning exercises) and carry out basic calculations in respect of speed, distance and time.

TIP #4 – Have a number of examples of how you are already taking responsibility for your own actions before you join the RAF, and also think of your greatest achievement to date. If you already have a history of achieving in your personal or professional life, then you are far more likely to pass the tough initial RAF training course.

TIP #5 – Respect for people who are in positions of authority is a key part of working in disciplined services such as the Royal Air Force. If you are asked what you thought of your teachers or tutors at the interview, do not be disrespectful in any way, shape or form. Another key assessable area at the RAF interview is teamwork and fitness. Think about how you keep yourself physically and mentally fit and also whether you have worked as, or are currently part of, a team. The RAF Airman and RAF Officer interview questions and answers guide will put you in pole position for passing your interview with this elite Armed Forces service.

I have an interview tomorrow 🙈

UPDATE: I got the job offer.
THANKS Richard 👍

Thank you so much for this!Honestly this information gave me a sense on how to handle my interview as well as improve my interview skills.

I have an interview I'm so nervous 😭

Update: I GOT THE JOB

Thank you so much! I went today and got the job on the spot!

THANK YOU SO MUCH! VERY INSIGHTFUL ✨

Im on step two ! So many notes already, would have went into this interview the wrong way. God bless u mate and taking the time to help a lad out like mw who is in over his head

Thank you so much..i have an interview later...it helped a lot to boost my confidence.

I have an interview today ill update you on how i do :).

UPDATE: I GOT THE JOB THANK YOU!

The complaint steps literally saved me for my interview earlier, thank you!!:)

This is excellent !!

This is so helpful. Thank you so much for the tips and advice!

I got the job! Thank you!!

Question 1,
Full Suggested Answer & Detailed Response

Question 2,
Full Suggested Answer & Detailed Response

Question 3,
Full Suggested Answer & Detailed Response

Question 4,
Full Suggested Answer & Detailed Response

Question 5,
Full Suggested Answer & Detailed Response

Question 6,
Full Suggested Answer & Detailed Response

Question 7,
Full Suggested Answer & Detailed Response

Question 8,
Full Suggested Answer & Detailed Response

Question 9,
Full Suggested Answer & Detailed Response

Question 10,
Full Suggested Answer & Detailed Response

Question 11,
Full Suggested Answer & Detailed Response

Question 12,
Full Suggested Answer & Detailed Response

GET ACCESS NOW

• 30-Day Money Back Guarantee

Bonus 1

150+ Page Interview Skills Guide – packed full of interview advice, to tips from interview experts, and all of the most common interview questions with detailed answers. Order today and you will get this bonus guide FREE – offer available for a limited time only.

Bonus 2

ULTIMATE Online Interview Training Course – Order today and you’ll also get a 30-day free trial to our bestselling online interview training course designed to boost your success at interview! This online course has been used by 100s of job seekers to help their successful interview preparation.

Richard McMunn is a former Fire Officer turned interview coach who has over 20 years experience within the recruitment industry.

He is extremely passionate about helping people pass their interviews, and his success rate is unrivalled within the interview training sector.

Richard guarantees the answers contained within this product are unique and will help you stand out from the competition.

• 30-Day Money Back Guarantee