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RECOGNITION OF SERVICE TRAINING
The
Negotiations continue to ensure that Servicemen achieve
nationally recognised qualifications on completion of training.
These awards include Ordinary National Certificates in Engineering
and various City and Guilds of London Institute Certificates.
eligibility of some categories for registration as Technician
Fngineers (CEI) or Technicians (CEI) as appropriate has been
recognised and discussions continue on the eligibility of others.
FLYING TRAINING
Royal Navy
15. The Bulldog has replaced the Chipmunk in basic fixed-wing
flying training for Royal Navy helicopter pilots. The Gazelle
helicopter is now in service and has been used for basic helicopter
flying training since January 1975.
16. On 1 April 1974 the Aircrewman Branch was formed to provide
the necessary manpower for aircrew duties, formerly provided by
ratings loaned from other Branches. The Aircrewman Branch will
provide a career with an advancement structure based on the develop-
ment of aircrewman skills.
Army
17. The Army Air Corps trains its own pilots and aircrewmen and
the pilots of the Royal Marines Commando Brigade Squadron. The
Sioux helicopter is being gradually replaced by the Gazelle for
flying training beyond the basic stage.
Royal Air Force
18. A new pattern of pilot training was introduced towards the
end of 1974 which reduced training time without lowering standards.
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