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Darby. Charles Arthur Hill
Darby, CAH
Jack Darby
Johnny Darby
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203 items. The collection concerns Charles Arthur Hill Darby (1915 - 1996, 154676 Royal Air Force) and contains his log book, photographs, documents and correspondence. He flew operations as a bomb aimer with 186 Squadron.
The collection has been loaned to the IBCC Digital Archive for digitisation by Richard John Darby and catalogued by Barry Hunter.
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2018-02-02
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Darby, CAH
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Letter from Jack Darby to Jean
Description
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He writes that he has been flying to test German radar. He talks about their wedding plans, folk dropping out of the wedding and presents.
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Jack Darby
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1945-06-29
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Germany
Great Britain
England--Suffolk
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Royal Air Force
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eng
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Two double sided handwritten sheets and envelope
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EDarbyCAHWellandJ450629
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IBCC Digital Archive
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1945-06
aircrew
love and romance
radar
RAF Stradishall
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Brittain, John Taylor
J T Brittain
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An account of the resource
42 items. The collection concerns Sergeant John Taylor Brittain (2227748, Royal Air Force). After training as an air gunner at Morpeth and conversion and training at Silverston, North Luffenham and Feltwell, he was posted to 195 Squadron at RAF Wratting Common in February 1945 and flew on operations as a mid upper gunner on Lancaster. The collection consists of his flying logbook; official documents; letters to colleagues and his mother; photographs of people, events, places and aircraft; as well as an album concerning his boat.
The collection has been loaned to the IBCC Digital Archive for digitisation by Andrew Whitehouse and catalogued by Nigel Huckins.
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IBCC Digital Archive
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2017-07-25
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Brittain, JT
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3/6/45.
Dearest Mum.
Just a note to let you know that I am still OK!!
We are waiting for the second house pictures at the moment in the NAAFI at Newmarket. The weather here at the moment is terrible, rain pouring down but with a few brighter periods in between.
I have just heard of a bloke here who is prepared to pay £150 for the Standard 16!!! I haven't decided to sell
[page break]
definitely yet, but as I would be making 100% profit, I think it would be a good idea!!! - I'll let you know later.
Yesterday we went on that sight-seeing tour I was telling you about. We went to:- Wesel, Hamm, Hamburg, Hanover, Bremen, through the whole Ruhr valley, on to Cologne and over the floods of Holland. Never in all my life have I seen such destruction. In Hamburg for instance there isn't one roof intact in the whole
[page break]
town, and everywhere else was the same. As for the Ruhr, well - the whole valley is just a mass of rubble. Yet the most amazing thing is that there are churches intact in all the towns!! - Something to do with the foundations
[page break]
[NAAFI Crest] [Post mark] [Postage stamps]
Mrs J.B. Brittain.
3. Chandos Road.
Chorlton-cum-Hardy.
Manchester 21. Lancs.
[page break]
I believe. Even the steeples are there towering above the dirt and dust of the other buildings. In the dock areas of Northern Germany there are complete ships blown on to the dock and quay sides!!!
No more now
Cheerio
John.
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Letter from John Brittain to his mother
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Three page letter envelope from John Brittain to his mother. He mentions the bad weather and that he might sell his car. He tells her of the devastation that he has seen while flying over Germany.
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IBCC Digital Archive
Date
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1945-06-03
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Joy Reynard
David Bloomfield
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Two page handwritten letter
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eng
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EBrittainJTBrittain[Mo]450603
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Royal Air Force
Royal Air Force. Bomber Command
Spatial Coverage
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Germany
Great Britain
Netherlands
Atlantic Ocean--North Sea
Germany--Bremen
Germany--Hamburg
Germany--Hamm (North Rhine-Westphalia)
Germany--Hannover
Germany--Wesel (North Rhine-Westphalia)
Germany--Ruhr (Region)
Temporal Coverage
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1945-06
Creator
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John Taylor Brittain
Cook’s tour
Navy, Army and Air Force Institute
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Hobbs, Frank
Frank James Hobbs
F J Hobbs
Description
An account of the resource
69 items. The collection concerns 1262633 Flight Sergeant Frank James Hobbs a wireless operator with 630 Squadron, RAF East Kirkby, who was killed while on operations in a Lancaster on 16 March 1944. The collection contains his log book, official and family correspondence, official and personal documents, photographs of aircrew, family and his grave and some items of memorabilia. It also includes correspondence from a French gentleman who was witness to his aircraft crash and who returns recovered personal items belonging to Frank Hobbs. <br /><br />The collection has been loaned to the IBCC Digital Archive for digitisation by Barbara Storer and catalogued by Nigel Huckins.<br /><br />Additional information on Frank Hobbs is available via the <a href="https://internationalbcc.co.uk/losses/110858/">IBCC Losses Database</a>.
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IBCC Digital Archive
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2016-06-04
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Hobbs, FJ
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[House of Commons crest]
34, South Molton Street,
W. 1.
30th June, 1945.
Mrs. Hobbs,
32, Southcroft Road,
Tooting,
S.W.17.
Dear Mrs Hobbs,
I have received your letter of the 27th instant and I am very sorry indeed to learn that you lost your gallant husband while he was engaged in operations over Stuttgart in March 1944.
I realise that it is impossible for you to live without working on a pension of £2-15-0 per week and maintain your daughter in the fashion that you and your late husband would desire. It is very difficult indeed to frame a Pensions Scheme that will meet the needs of everyone. Many widows of working men who received £3 or £4 a week during their liftime [sic] are, of course, well content with the pension which you find inadequate. Your husband, obviously was in a very much better position in civil life than the majority of his comrades.
I am deeply sympathetic with your case, and if I can do anything to help I will be only too glad to do so, but the situation is not easy, and it would be wrong if I was to buoy up your hopes that I would succeed in getting you more money. I will, however, give your problem very serious thought, because it would give me considerable amount of satisfaction to be able to render some service to you.
Yours sincerely,
[signature]
[inserted] As a preliminary step I have sent your letter on to the Minister of Pensions. [/inserted]
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Letter to Mrs Hobbs from House of Commons
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Letter in reply to Mrs Hobbs regarding the inadequacy of her weekly pension payment. Handwritten annotation that letter has been passed to Minister of Pensions.
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1945-06-30
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eng
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ERobertsonDHobbsKM450630
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Civilian
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Great Britain
England--London
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1945-06
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IBCC Digital Archive
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Tricia Marshall
David Bloomfield
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One-page typewritten letter
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Field, Peter L and Cynthia G. Photograph album 2
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39 Items. Album with photographs of people and places, postcards and some documents
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2017-09-19
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IBCC Digital Archive
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Field, PL-CG
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Münster and Brussels
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Top middle - view down street with buildings either side.
Top right - view down street with buildings either side.
Both captioned 'Münster June 1945'.
Bottom left - view across street with tram of large multi-storey building (Royal Palace).
Bottom middle - view across city.
Bottom right - view of large building with circular dome (La Botanique) and columned entrance on left.
All captioned 'Brussels August 1945'.
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1945-06
1945-08
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1945-06
1945-08
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Germany
Germany--Münster in Westfalen
Belgium
Belgium--Brussels
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IBCC Digital Archive
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Civilian
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Photograph
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Five b/w photographs on an album page
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PFieldPL19050017
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Baxter, Peter Dennis
P D Baxter
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IBCC Digital Archive
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2016-07-12
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Baxter, PD
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63 items. The collection concerns Flight Lieutenant Peter Baxter (b. 1922, 52604 Royal Air Force) and contains his log book, photographs and documents. He was trained as an airframe apprentice at RAF Halton and served as ground crew before volunteering to become air crew. He flew operations as a flight engineer with 12 and 153 Squadrons.
The collection has been donated to the IBCC Digital Archive by Michael Baxter and catalogued by Trevor Hardcastle.
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[photograph]
No. 153 SQUADRON, R.A.F. STATION, SCAMPTON
June 1945
Pamore Ltd., London, W.C.1.
[page break]
Back Row
6
Sgt Den L Bolton
Rear Gunner
(in Spike Malone's crew)
From Rochester, Kent
5 Apr 1945: Posted in to Squadron 153, 'B' flight, RAF Scampton
Jun 1945: 4 operations credited
Aug 1945: Transferred to 'Y' Flight, No 12 Squadron, RAF Binbrook, to test H2S Mark IV radar device
Stayed in RAF; was posted away and worked in Pay Accounts
8
Sgt. Jock Burns
Bomb Aimer
(in Spike Malone's crew)
From Kirkcaldy, Fife
Trained in Canada
5 Apr 1945: Posted in to Squadron 153, 'B' flight, RAF Scampton
Jun 1945: 4 operations credited
Aug 1945: Transferred to 'Y' Flight, No 12 Squadron, RAF Binbrook, to test H2S Mark IV radar device
9
Sgt Les Pitt
Bomb Aimer
(in F/Lt R C Cooper's crew)
From Portsmouth
28 Apr 1945: Posted in to Squadron 153, 'B' flight, RAF Scampton
Jun 1945: 3 operations credited
Worked at Portsmouth dockyard
died of asbestosis, c. 1993
20
Sgt D M (Blackie) Black
Wireless Operator
(in Spike Malone's crew)
5 Apr 1945: Posted in to Squadron 153, 'B' flight, RAF Scampton
Jun 1945: 4 operations credited
Aug 1945: Transferred to 'Y' Flight, No 12 Squadron, RAF Binbrook, to test H2S Mark IV radar device
Very good snooker player; always beat Vic Townsend
Went to Australia after the war; came back to Dundee; Manager of a jute mill.
'He married a widow with an existing family, and they had some more’
d. 2003
Row 3
15
F/S Ken Foley
Navigator
(in Johnnie John's crew)
6 Apr 1945: Posted in to Squadron 153, 'B' Flight, RAF Scampton
Jun 1945: 3 operations credited
Aug 1945: Transferred to 'Y' Flight, No 12 Squadron, RAF Binbrook, to test H2S Mark IV radar device
Shared a room with Vic Townsend in the Sgts Mess at Marham.
Qualified as a Chartered Accountant; emigrated to Canada
16
F/S J Hall
P/F Engineer
(in Johnnie John's crew)
6 Apr 1945: Posted in to Squadron 153, 'B' Flight, RAF Scampton
Jun 1945: 3 operations credited
Aug 1945: Transferred to 'Y' Flight, No 12 Squadron, RAF Binbrook, to test H2S Mark IV radar device
'As a skilled Building worker he got an early release'
18
F/S Jack Garnham
P/F Engineer
(in Spike Malone's crew)
5 Apr 1945: Posted in to Squadron 153, 'B' Flight, RAF Scampton
Jun 1945: 4 operations credited
Aug 1945: Transferred to 'Y' Flight, No 12 Squadron, RAF Binbrook, to test H2S Mark IV radar device
'A real character. Older than the rest of us. A regular who had re-mustered from Ground Staff (Engine Fitter). Was a 'Halton brat' (boy entrant). Trained as a Pilot, but like a large number finished up doing the Flight Engineer's job – an excellent one too, with his background. Wonderful company – quite a ladies' man!'
Row 2
17
F/S Noel J Read
Navigator
(in P/O M F A Ryan's crew. Ryan, from Canada, was invalided out in Feb 1945 after 1 operation; replaced by F/O MA Ramsden, from NZ)
18 Feb 1945: Posted in to Squadron 153, B' flight, RAF Scampton
Jun 1945: 5 operations credited
'Nice chap. Suffered from a stammer which he overcame very well'
d. c.2000
18
Sgt William (Bill) I P Nelson
Flight Engineer
(in P/O F A Ryan's crew. Ryan, from Canada, was invalided out in Feb 1945 after 1 operation; replaced by F/O MA Ramsden, from NZ)
18 Feb 1945: Posted in to Squadron 153, B' flight, RAF Scampton
Jun 1945: 5 operations credited
When Jack Garnham was posted away Bill became Flight Engineer on Spike Malone's crew.
'He was one of the leading lights in organising the Y Flight Doomies Reunion, which started in 1946. By all accounts these were somewhat riotous occasions, with Bill on the piano...'
d. pre 1990
Front Row
14
F/Lt Peter D Baxter
Flight Engineer Leader
from Birmingham; previously at Halton, Cosford, Penrhos and St Athan before doing a full tour from Wickenby with 12 Squadron. Later moved to 50 Squadron at Waddington
16
(?) Turner
Navigation Leader
17
Jack Day
Radar Leader
Acted as Assistant Navigation Leader
From Oxford
'Jack had done a full tour, including a number on Berlin, in another Squadron when things were really tough ... a lovely chap
Worked at Barclays Bank
20
G Rodney
Squadron Commanding Officer
25 Apr 1945: Berchtesgaden (C, LM550; aborted, S/I Engine failure)
30 Apr 1945: Manna (3rd X, RA545)
3 May 1945: Manna (3rd J, NX556)
7 May 1945: Manna (4th A, NX573
21
(?)Lloyd
Station Commander
29
F/Lt R C Cooper
Pilot
28 Apr 1945: Posted in to Squadron 153, 'B' flight, RAF Scampton
4 May 1945: Manna (2nd W, RF205)
7 May 1945: Manna (3rd X, RA545)
Jun 1945: 3 operations credited
('Was Les Pitts' skipper')
PBaxterPD1604
Jun 1945 Part 2
1 of 1
17/08/2020 13:56
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No 153 Squadron photograph
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From information provided by the donor. Panoramic landscape photograph (stitched together from multiple images) of 153 Squadron at Scampton, dated 06/1945, PD Baxter is Front row, 14th from the left. Spreadsheet (on three tabs) identifying some of the individuals shown in PBaxterPD1603.tif and giving career details.
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Excel sheets Peter Baxter
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1945-06
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One photograph and a series of Excel spreadsheets.
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eng
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Photograph
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PBaxterPD1603, PBaxterPD1604
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Royal Air Force
Royal Air Force. Bomber Command
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Great Britain
England--Lincolnshire
Temporal Coverage
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1945-06
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IBCC Digital Archive
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Sue Smith
153 Squadron
aircrew
flight engineer
Lancaster
RAF Scampton
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Hughes, Clarence. No 1 Officers Advanced Training School
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37 items. Precis of subjects covered at No 1 officer's advanced training school at RAF Cranwell in June and July 1945.
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IBCC Digital Archive
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2016-06-02
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[date stamp of No. 1 OFFICERS ADVANCED TRAINING SCHOOL JUN 1945]
[underlined] OFFICERS ADVANCED TRAINING SCHOOL
PRECIS: ACCOUNTS (2)
PAY AND ALLOWANCES [/underlined]
References: K.R. & A.C.I.
A.P. 837
A.M.Os as quoted hereunder.
[underlined] Officers’ Rates [/underlined]
1. Officers’ rates of pay are shown in para. 3419, K.R. The increments shown in this paragraph are available after paid service in any rank, acting temporary, war substantive or substantive.
[underlined] Joining Certificates [/underlined]
2. Forms 1443. Importance of rendering promptly together with claim for married rates of allowances when applicable. (A.M.O. A.129/45).
[underlined] Methods of Payment [/underlined]
3. Officers draw pay monthly in arrears through the R.A.F. agents. Officers are allotted to agents according to their surnames. (K.R. 2776).
[underlined] Advances [/underlined]
4. (a) Officers during first month of commissioned service may obtain advance up to £10.
(b) On posting overseas.
[underlined] Officers’ Outfits [/underlined]
5. (a) When posted overseas (A.M.O. A.190/43, A.363/43).
(b) On commissioning (A.M.O. A.422/43, A.423/43, A.1036/43)
(c) Camp kit (A.M.O. A.537/43)
(d) Separation from Kit Allowance (A.M.O.s 282/42, 1192/42, 81/43).
[underlined] Officers’ Allowances [/underlined]
6. A.M.O. A.710/43 and its amendments A.1199/43 and A.1219/43 are a complete codification of the subject. These A.M.Os also serve as an index to all A.M.Os on allowance still in existence.
Allowance computations are now so simplified that a consolidated figure is used for almost any set of circumstances; this consolidated figure is obtained from appendices “A” and “B” of the A.M.O. The index to other A.M.Os in Appendix “A” permits an easy method of reconciliation between the old individual allowances and the new consolidated figure.
A further simplification has been effected, in that on these new scales no adjustment in rates is made between the seasons of the year.
[underlined] Single Officer [/underlined]
7. (a) Living in mess he will get no allowance except when on leave when he will get leave rate ration allowance, at present 3/4d per day.
(b) If billetted, [sic] he will get 3/- a day billeting allowance (2/- if more than one officer), a servant allowance of 2/- a day and a higher rate of ration allowance, at present 2/10d a day if appropriate.
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(c) In exceptional circumstance and with permission of A.O.C. when billeting is not practicable he may be placed on single lodging list and draw:- Lodging, fuel and light allowances at single rates, servant allowance, and H.R.R.A.
[underlined] Qualified Married Officer [/underlined]
8. (a) An officer over 30 or holding a peace or war substantive rank about flight lieutenant, commissioned before 1st Jan., 1942, and who elected to remain on the old rates in accordance with A.M.O. A.1112/42.
(b) He may be said to have a certain right to live out with his wife and when no married quarters are available he may live out and is paid:-
(i) Lodging allowance at married rates – K.R. 3259
(ii) Furniture allowance of 2/- a day – K.R. 3270
(iii) Fuel and light allowance – A.M.O. N.775/43
(iv) Higher rate ration allowance.
(v) Servant allowance, K.R. 3302/3304.
(c) If separated from his wife for service reasons he is paid a consolidated allowance applicable to Q.M.O. – P.O. and F.O…………… 7/6; F.L. and S.L. …… 8/6; W.C. and G.C. …… 9/6d; Air rank ………11/- a day.
[underlined] Unqualified Married Officer (now extremely rare) [/underlined]
9. (a) An officer commissioned prior to 1st Jan 1942, not a qualified married officer who has elected to remain on the old rates under A.M.O. A.1112/42.
(b) If separated from his wife he will be paid a consolidated allowance as follows:-
Wife only ……… 3/- a day
Wife and child ……… 4/6 a day
Wife and 2 children …….. 5/6 a day
(c) If given permission to live out he will be paid:-
(i) Lower rate ration allowance
(ii) Separate fuel and light allowance
(iii) Consolidated allowance as above
(iv) Servant allowance, 2/- per day.
[underlined] Married Officer [/underlined]
10. (a) All officers commissioned on or after 1st Jan., 1942, or any officer commissioned before that date who elected to draw the new rates under A.M.O. A.1112/42. (See also A.911/41 and A.1162/42, A.591/44).
(b) If separated from wife, he will be paid consolidated allowance as follows:-
[heading] [underlined] P.O. and F.O. – F.L. – S.L. and above [/underlined] [/heading]
Wife only – 4/- - 4/- - 4/-
Wife and child – 8/6 – 7/6 – 6/-
All subsequent children 2/- per head.
(c) If given permission to live out he will be paid:-
(i) Consolidated allowance, plus 1/- a day
(ii) Servant allowance
(iii) Higher Rate Ration Allowance
(d) Pre-Natal Allowance – Not applicable to A.M.O’s
Applied to children born on or after 1st May, 1944
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Allowance paid direct to wife as follows:-
[heading] [underlined] P.O. and F.O. – F.L. – S.L. and above [/underlined] [/heading]
1st Child - £20:9:6 - £15:18:6 - £9:2:0
All subsequent children £9:2:0 per head.
[underlined] Allowances Individually [/underlined]
(a) Lodging Allowance – K.R. 3258/3261
A.M.Os A.134/40, A.186/40, A.328/40, A.679/40, A.1162/42, A.363/43.
(b) Furniture allowance – K.R. 3270 – 2/- per day.
(c) Fuel and light allowance – K.R. 3274/3278, A.M.O. N.977/44
(i) Combined rates
(ii) Single rates
(iii) Separate rates
(d) Servant allowance – K.R. 3302/3304
A.M.Os A.186/40, A.679/40, A.944/40, A.912/41, A.322/43.
(e) Colonial allowance – K.R. 3316, A.M.O. A.530/39, A.239/44.
(f) Ration Allowance – A.M.Os N.289/44, N.450/44
(i) Leave rate
(ii) Higher rate
(iii) Lower rate
(g) Field allowance:-
(i) P.O. and F.O. ………. 2/-
(ii) F.L. ……………………. 3/-
(iii) S.L. and above ……. 3/6d
(iv) Field allowance areas ….. A.M.O. A.1070/43, A.240/44
[underlined] When Claimed [/underlined]
12. (a) Form 840 must be used to claim marriage allowances and must be rendered:-
(i) On 1st January and 1st July each year
(ii) Whenever posted
(iii) On marriage
(iv) When first commissioned.
(b) Form 1771 is used for claiming travelling allowance and should be rendered as the claim arises.
(c) Claims for extra allowances for temporary duty at another unit must be supported by Form 95, (T.D.C.) which is to be completed in duplicate at station visited. It is officer’s own responsibility to ensure that this is done but form is not required unless a claim for allowances is being submitted. These forms are not required for periods of temporary duty in the London area. The Accountant Officer of Parent Unit receives the forms and will pay the allowances involved.
[underlined] Method of Payment [/underlined]
13. (a) Allowances are normally paid monthly in arrears by Accountant Officer of parent unit by draft to the officer’s account. (If under £5 they may be paid in cash direct to the officer).
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(a) When an officer proceeds overseas the Accountant Officer of the last parent station pays allowances (i) for the month of embarkation and (ii) for the following month but it should be noted that the payments are made to officers’ banking accounts. A.M.O. A.188/42.
[underlined] Marriage and Birth Certificates [/underlined]
14. When an officer marries, the marriage certificate is required to support P.O.R. entries and the claim for married allowances. Birth certificates for children are also required to support any claims for additional allowance.
[underlined] Travelling Claims [/underlined]
15. (a) Claims for travelling expenses to be rendered on Form 1771 which will be signed by claimant and countersigned by officer responsible to C.O. for authorising journey. Will be paid by Accountant Officer of parent unit. Form 1771 should be supported by any necessary certificates or receipts:-
(i) Form 95
(ii) Authority to use private car
(iii) Receipt for taxi fares over 10/-
(iv) Authority for journey and relevant P.O.R. number
(v) Certificate regarding sleeping berth (K.R. 3067)
(b) Travelling on duty overnight – Rate I. If sleeping berth is paid for cost will be refunded but Rate I will be reduced by 1/3rd.
(c) Absent on duty overnight – Rate I may be paid for two successive nights in any one place. If absence is expected to exceed two nights officer will be billetted [sic] and paid normal billeting allowances (i.e. 3/- or 2/-). If he is billetted [sic] for a period not expected to exceed 14 nights, and he cannot, for service reasons, dine in mess, he will be paid in addition to normal billeting allowance:-
(i) Special nightly subsistence rate – 8/6d per night.
(ii) H.R.R.A.
(d) A Rate I allowance covers a period of 24 hours and is not issuable in respect of journeys commencing after or finishing before 03:00 hours.
(e) Daily absences:-
(i) Rate 4 – 5/1- hours
(ii) Rate 5 – over 10 hours
(f) Taxi fares:
If no Service transport or suitable public conveyance is available a taxi may be hired and the fare claimed on F.1771 in the following cases:
(i) Officer travelling over 2 miles without baggage.
(ii) Sergeant or above with heavy baggage.
(iii) When saving of time is essential (officers only)
(iv) Airman under arrest.
(v) Invalids on M.O’s certificate.
Fares of over 10/- must be supported by receipt.
(g) Gratuities never admissible. (K.R. 3067)
[underlined] Airmen’s accounts [/underlined]
16. Maintained at parent station as a Ledger Account. Normally a running account, closed only on death, desertion, discharge, posting to a new unit and at 4 monthly balancing periods.
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(Ledgers sent to Air Ministry for audit). Use of F.887A.
R.A.F. and Army systems. Airmen have free access to their Accounts. Accountant Officer’s duty to explain doubts and queries.
[underlined] Airmen on Posting [/underlined]
17. Airmen travelling on duty should be issued with rations for the journey plus subsistence allowance in advance:-
Journey 8 – 12 ………………1/6d)
Journey over 12 hours ……2/-) A.M.O. A.19/40
[underlined] Airmen – Rates of Pay [/underlined]
18. Rates for the various groups are laid down in K.R. para. 3447.
[underlined] Advances [/underlined]
19. Advances of pay made to airmen only on written authority of C.O. Advance of 14 days also made when airmen are proceeding overseas.
[underlined] Stoppages, Forfeitures [/underlined]
20. Stoppages of pay are made under Sections 138 and 145 of Air Force Act whilst forfeiture is awarded under para. 1138 K.R. and automatic forfeiture is dealt with under K.R. 3470.
[underlined] Pay, other than substantive [/underlined]
21. In addition to substantive, the following classes of pay are granted:-
(a) War Pay (Airmen 1/- Boys 6d W.A.A.F. 8d.
(b) progressive Pay (K.R. 3449)
(c) G.C. Pay (K.R. 3452)
(d) Qualification Pay (K.R. 3454)
(e) Duty Pay (K.R. 3455)
(f) Flying Instructional Pay (A.M.O. A.635/43)
(g) Hard-lying Money (K.R. 3459)
(h) Drivers’ bonus (K.R. 3456)
[underlined] Unemployment and National Health Insurance [/underlined]
22. All personnel in the ranks are covered by insurance under the above Acts but charges are not made against their accounts in this connection.
[underlined] Family Allowance [/underlined]
23. (a) Payable to wives of all married airmen (and guardians of airmen’s children) in respect of wife and children up to school leaving age, including illegitimate children and unadopted children brought up as part of the household, provided the airman makes a qualifying allotment (A.M.Os A.594/44, A.5/45).
(b) Family allowance ceases:-
(i) Death of wife (unless housekeeper is employed to look after children).
(ii) Wife’s admission to state-aided institution.
(iii) Estrangement.
(iv) Imprisonment of wife.
(v) Misconduct of wife.
It is the airman’s responsibility to report such cases to his C.O. Under A.M.O. A.1198/43 family allowances for divorce or separated wives may be continued in certain circumstances. See also A.M.O. A.598/44.
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(c) It ceases for all days of absence without leave over seven days and after first two months of imprisonment or detention for a civil crime. It never ceases for a Service offence. For continuance of allotment during periods of forfeiture of pay other than for absence see A.M.O. A.739/43.
(d) Family allowance is claimed on Form 850 supported by marriage certificate.
(e) An airman living out with his wife receives H.R.R.A. (3/3d a day at present for airmen) and family allowance.
(e) [sic] An airman living out apart from his family because public quarters are not available and billeting is impracticable, will be paid lodging allowance (Rates K.R. 3259) (A.M.O. A.1329/43 for London area).
[underlined] Dependants’ Allowances [/underlined]
24. (a) Airmen not in receipt of family allowance may claim a dependant’s allowance in respect of an ‘unmarried wife’ or in respect of any other person related to him whom he can prove to be dependant on him.
(b) Dependancy [sic] for a period of six months prior to enlistment must be established.
(c) Airmen must make a contributory allotment as laid down in A.M.O. A.1209/42.
(d) Allowance is claimed on Form 1219.
(e) In no way a right. Each case taken on its merits and subject to review.
[underlined] Voluntary Allotments [/underlined]
25. May be made as follows:-
(a) If not entitled to family or dependant’s allowance only one allotment may be made.
(b) If entitled to family or dependant’s allowance two allotments may be made provided one is to recipient of the family or dependant’s allowance.,
(c) Allotment must not be made to a firm or company.
(d) Amount of allotments must not exceed 3/4 of pay.
(e) Allotments are made on F.1796A.
[underlined] Post War Credits [/underlined]
26. Airmen 6d)
Boys 3d)
Airwomen 4d) A.M.Os A.474/42 and A.1330/43 Credits take effect from 1st January, 1942
[underlined] War Service Grants [/underlined]
27. (a) Application made on Form WSG 21 obtained from Post Office. Handed to Accountant Officer on completion.
(b) Airmen will be presumed to be making an allotment at least equal to rates laid down in A.M.O. A.1032/42 as amended by A.710/42. See also A.M.O. A.452/39.
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[underlined] Petrol Rationing [/underlined]
28. Use of private car for:-
(a) Journeys on duty
(b) Journeys between residence and place of duty.
(c) Leave travel allowance.
(d) Recreational allowance for operational aircrew.
(e) Mileage allowance for use of private car. See A.M.O.s A.592/42, A.744/42, A.908/42.
(f) Motor mileage allowance – on posting neither cash allowance for petrol coupons will be authorised for journeys of over 200 miles, but if owner of the car is an authorised user the car may be taken to the next station if required there, or to a selected garage by rail at public expense. (A.M.O. A.1067/43).
[underlined] Amendments to this Precis [/underlined]
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APPENDIX “A” TO PRECIS ON [underlined] PAY AND ALLOWANCES [/underlined]
[underlined] INCOME TAX [/underlined]
R.A.F. Officers are liable to Income Tax in respect of their full pay less uniform allowance. In general, allowances in respect of lodging, furniture etc. and marriage allowances are not subject to Income Tax.
2. The Tax payable is collected by deduction from pay over the whole Income Tax year, the amount deductable being in many cases based provisionally either on the liability of the previous Income Tax year or on an estimate based on the Income Tax Returns submitted by the individual concerned.
Various examples will best illustrate the position:-
[underlined] Example 1 [/underlined]
The Statutory Income of a single officer (who has no income other than his pay and no liabilities which qualify him for Dependants Allowance or Life Assurance relief etc.) is his pay, less Uniform Allowance. The Uniform Allowance is £25 for Flight Lieutenants and below and £30 for Squadron Leaders and above.
Thus, taking a Squadron Leader whose pay amounts approximately £550 per annum and deducting Uniform Allowance of £30, the resultant Statutory Income is £520. On this income the tax payer is entitled to:-
£520
Earned Income Relief (1/10th of Total Earned Income) …….. £52
Personal allowances (£80 for single officers) ………………. [underlined] £80 £132 [/underlined]
[underlined] £388 [/underlined]
Thus his taxable income is £388 on which he bears tax at 6/6d. on the first £165 …………. £54
and 10/- on the remainder [underlined] £111:10:0d [/underlined]
[underlined] £165:10:0d [/underlined] Total Tax payable
[underlined] Example 2 [/underlined]
The Statutory income of a married officer is arrived at in the same way as for a single officer, i.e., pay less uniform allowance. Earned Income Relief at 1/10th of earned income is also the same. The personal allowance is increased to £140 and an allowance of £50 is given for each child.
[underlined] N.B. [/underlined] R.A.F. married allowances are [underlined] not [/underlined] taxable.
/Contd …….
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Thus:
taking a Flight Lieutenant (in receipt of the new rates of marriage allowance) living out with his wife and two children. He receives from R.A.F. sources:-
[heading] [underlined] PAY – ALLOWANCES [/underlined] [/heading]
365 days @ 21/9d. … £397 – Living with wife … 5/- a day
Uniform Allowance … [underlined] £25 [/underlined] – 2 children … 5/6d a day
£372 – Servant and HRRA … [underlined] 4/10d. [/underlined] a day
[blank] – 15/4d. a day
= £280 per annum NOT TAXABLE
Earned Income Relief at 1/10th = £37
Personal Allowance
£140
Children [underlined] £160 £277 [/underlined]
[underlined] £95 [/underlined]
although his total income is £677 per annum (£397 and £280) his taxable income is only £95.
he pays tax at 6/6d. (his total taxable income being less than £165).
Total Tax payable = £30 17s. 6d.
It is assumed of course that this officer has no income other than R.A.F. pay – nor has he any other liabilities which might give him further allowances.
3. Where an officer has other income in addition to R.A.F. pay, it will of course be added to his pay to arrive at his statutory income. If it is unearned income, e.g. dividends from shares or rents received, the Earned Income Relief will not of course apply.
Tax on dividends and rents receivable is generally deducted at source at the standard rate, i.e. 10/- in the Pound, therefore, if an officer has 100 £1 shares in a Company and a dividend of 10 percent is declared, i.e. £10 on his shares, he will receive the £10 less tax at 10/- in the Pound, that is to say - £5.
For the purpose of his statutory income, this £5 is grossed up to the original £10. His income tax liability is then worked out and the amount of tax already suffered i.e. £5 is deducted.
If applicable an allowance of £50 may be claimed for a Dependant Relative. This allowance may be claimed where a Tax Payer maintains at his own expense:-
(a) Any relative who is incapacitated by old age or infirmity and whose total income, exclusive of voluntary allotment, does not exceed £30 per annum.
(b) A widowed mother under the same conditions as in (a).
Relief is also granted in respect of life insurance premiums paid. This is deducted in terms of tax from the tax otherwise payable.
4. [deleted] The Income Tax liability of an officer is quite simply assessed as shown in the examples already given: but difficulty is sometimes experienced owing to the fact that officers do not appreciate that the current monthly deductions from pay made by their [/deleted]
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[deleted] bankers are in respect of their previous year’s income. Thus, supposing that the Income Tax liability of £165 10s. 0d. shown in Example 1 is in respect of the fiscal year 1942-1943, that is to say April 6th, 1942 – April 5th 1943, this Squadron Leader’s bank will deduct some £14 a month from April 1943 to April 1944 and in this way will amass a sufficient sum by April 1944 to pay the Income Tax (£165 10. 0d.) due for 1942 – 1943. It is obvious, therefore, that although deductions have been made from the officer’s pay during 1943-1944, these deductions are in respect of the previous year’s income and his 1943-1944 income has not so far been subject to Tax. [/deleted]
[underlined] Example 3 [/underlined]
A single Flight Lieutenant with no income other than his R.A.F. pay and no liabilities became a Flight Lieutenant in April 1941 – he remains a Flight Lieutenant until April 1942 when he is promoted Squadron Leader.
From April 1941 – April 1942 his bank will deduct from his monthly pay a sufficient sum to cover his tax liability for 1940 – 1941. Up to April 1941 he was a Flying Officer with a total income of £331 10s. 0d. per year.
Thus his tax liability for 1940 – 1941 is:-
Total Income … … £331 10s. 0d.
Less Uniform Allowance … [underlined] £25 0s. 0d. [/underlined]
£306 10s. 0d.
[symbol] Less E.I.R. 1/6th .. £51
[symbol] Less P.A. [underlined] £100 - £151 0s. 0d. [/underlined]
TAXABLE INCOME [underlined] £155 10s. 0d [/underlined]
[symbol] £155 10s. 0d. at 5/- = £38 17s. 6d. to pay
[underlined] N.B. [/underlined]: [symbol] (At 1940 – 1941 rates of Tax).
Therefore his bank will deduct some £3 a month from pay from April 1941 – April 1942 to cover the Tax on his 1940 – 1941 income, viz. £38 17s. 6d., but from April 1941 – April 1942 this officer is a Flight Lieutenant receiving £397 per year and not £331 10s. 0d. The tax on £397 will not be deducted until 1942 – 1943. This officer is promoted to Squadron Leader in April 1942, so his total income for 1942 – 1943 is not £397 but £550; and once again tax on £550 will not be deducted until 1943 – 1944.
From the example given it is clear that the current deductions from pay are to settle the tax on the previous year’s income and Tax on the income of the current year is not paid until the following year. Therefore, at the end of the War, on discharge, most officers will find that they still have a lump sum of Tax to pay on their final year’s income. It is the practice of some officers therefore, to ask their bank to increase their monthly deductions as soon as they are promoted, thereby originating a credit to help pay their ultimate tax liability.
[underlined] Post War Credits [/underlined]
Section 7 of Finance Act 1941 provides that on a date to be fixed in due course by the Treasury after the termination of the War, an individual Tax Payer shall have credited to him the additional tax he has been called upon to pay by reason of the reduction of certain reliefs and allowances. Post War Credit are issuable in respect of 1941 – 1942 and subsequent years. Thus
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taking Example 2 – suppose this Flight Lieutenant had been living out with his wife and family from 1941 to date. Then tax of £30:17:6d. is payable for the fiscal years 1941 – 1942, 1942 – 1943 and 1943 – 1944.
His Post War Credit is arrived at as follows:-
E.I.R. at 1/6th instead of 1/10th would be £62 and not £37 as shown – a difference of £25.
P.A. would be £170 and not £140 – a difference of £30.
Total difference £25 plus £30 = £55.
He has, therefore, suffered additional Tax at 6/6d. in the Pound on £55 = £17:17:6d. Therefore £17:17:6d. per year is his Post War Credit which is returnable on the termination of the War.
When his tax is finally amended after the War this officer will have paid £13 per annum in tax, (that is to say £30:17:6d. less Post War Credit of £17:17:6d.).
This Appendix is in no way a comprehensive guide to Income Tax, but is merely a guide to the principles involved and certain general allowances applicable to a serving officer. In cases of difficulty an officer should contact Air Ministry Accounts, Stroud, who deal with Income Tax, a local Inspector of Taxes, or a professional accountant.
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[underlined] OFFICERS ADVANCED TRAINING SCHOOL
PAY AND ALLOWANCES – QUESTIONS [/underlined]
1. On what occasions are Forms 1443 rendered?
2. What claim (if any) is made when Form 1443 is rendered?
3. Under what circumstances may an officer draw an advance of pay?
4. What allowance is made in lieu of an issue of camp kit?
5. When may an officer draw ration allowance at 3/- per diem?
6. What are the rates of billeting allowance for officers?
7. If a single officer cannot be provided with quarters, what allowances will he draw?
8. State the differences for allowance purposes between a ‘qualified married officer’ and an ‘unqualified married officer’.
9. May an officer commissioned after 1st January 1942 elect to receive any different rates of allowance?
10. What extra allowance does a ‘married officer’ draw for additional children after the first?
11. Under what circumstances may a ‘married officer’ be given permission to live out?
12. To what officers may furniture allowance be issued?
13. State the types of ration allowance and the amounts for R.A.F. officers.
14. State rates of servant allowance and field allowance.
15. How are marriage allowances claimed and when?
16. Indicate two instances for which Temporary Duty Certificates are not required.
17. How are allowances paid to an officer?
18. When an officer is posted overseas, who is responsible for the financial arrangements for his family?
19. On what occasions must certificates by attached to Form 1771?
20. What period of time does Rate I travelling allowance cover?
21. For what airmen are taxi fares admissible on a travelling claim?
22. State two circumstances under which stoppages may be made from an airman’s pay.
23. For whom may an airman claim dependant’s allowance?
24. What advance of pay can an airman obtain?
25. Are Post-War credits debited against an airman’s account?
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[date stamp of No. 1 OFFICERS ADVANCED TRAINING SCHOOL JUN 1945]
2B5/
[underlined] OFFICERS ADVANCED TRAINING SCHOOL
PRECIS: COMMAND AND GROUP HEADQUARTERS [/underlined]
References: A.P. 1301 Chapter 1 Pages 15 – 18
K.R. & A.C.I. Chapter 11, Appendix 1.
[underlined] Introduction [/underlined]
1. The organisation, as set out below, is a typical one for air forces operating under one or more of the following conditions:-
(a) In defence of the United Kingdom with air forces operating from the U.K.
(b) In defence of possessions overseas and of Imperial communications, with air forces operating in one of more of the existing overseas commands.
(c) As air forces detached from either the United Kingdom or one or more of the existing overseas commands and operating from allied territory or in parts of the Empire not normally occupied by air forces in times of peace.
[underlined] Responsibilities of a Commander [/underlined]
2. Broadly speaking, a commander has two main responsibilities:-
(a) The planning and direction of the operations of his force, and
(b) The administration and organisation of his force to enable it to undertake these operations in the most efficient manner possible.
3. To do this, he must keep in close touch with his units. He will also need advice and help from the administrative and special services, and from officers with specialist knowledge.
[underlined] Structure of a Headquarters’ Staff [/underlined]
4. The structure and establishment of a staff should be designed to assist the Commander in undertaking these responsibilities.
5. Officers on the Staff Headquarters’ establishment are divided into the following categories:-
(a) Policy Staff Officers
(b) Staffs of the Services
(c) Advisers
(d) Officers filling personal or local administrative appointments.
[underlined] The Policy Staff [/underlined]
6. [underlined] Division into two Branches. [/underlined] The Policy Staff is divded [sic] into two branches:-
(a) The Air Branch, which deals with operations, and
(b) The Administrative Branch, which sees to the general organisation and upkeep of the force.
/Contd….
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[underlined] Control of [missing word] Branch [/underlined]
7. (a) The S.A.S.O. is the head of the Air Branch and must represent the views of the branch as a whole. He controls the work of all sections of the Air Branch and is the principal staff officer to whom the Commander turns for advice about the preparation and execution of operational plans.
(b) The A.O.A. or S.O.A. is responsible that the administrative branch and the administrative services work closely together so as to meet operational requirements. He controls administrative policy and advises the Commander and S.A.S.O. when administrative resources cannot meet operational needs.
[underlined] Co-ordination of Staff Work [/underlined]
8. The Commander is responsible for co-ordination of all staff work, but usually delegates part, or all, of this responsibility to the S.A.S.O., who is therefore in close touch with the work of the administrative branch, and is the Commander’s right-hand man. This does not usurp functions of A.O.A., who, as a principal staff officer, is directly responsible to the Commander for administration.
[underlined] Organisation of the Air Branch [/underlined]
9. [underlined] Duties of the Air Branch [/underlined] These are given in paragraphs 1 to 4 of Chapter IV of the War Manual Part 11. Note the additional responsibilities of the air branch when air forces operate in the primary role. All these duties are allotted between four sections of the Air branch:-
(a) The plans section
(b) The operations section
(c) The intelligence section
(d) The training section.
10. [underlined] The Plans Section [/underlined] This Section studies the strategical and tactical situation, prepares appreciations and plans of campaign. It obtains information about our own and enemy forces from the operations and intelligence sections, and co-operates with the operations section and the administrative branch to ensure that operational plans are practicable. Execution of a Commander’s plans is the responsibility of the operations section and administrative branch.
11. [underlined] The Operations Section [/underlined] Orders and instructions to give effect to the operational plans are issued by the operations section. The operations staff study the day-to-day situation, particularly with regard to our own forces, and distribute the information they gather to all who require it. Detailed operational planning is usually done by the operations section at Group Headquarters.
12. [underlined] The Intelligence Section [/underlined] The Air Intelligence Branch of the Air Ministry takes the necessary measures in advance in peace time to acquire all the information that is likely to be required by Air Officers Commanding in the field and on the outbreak of war to ensure that they are supplied with all the relevant information as it becomes available.
13. Under the control of the Senior Air Staff Officer the head of the intelligence section at commands will be responsible for the collection, and distribution of all information about the enemy forces and their activities in the theatre of operations. Speed and accuracy are important features of intelligence work.
/Contd….
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14. [underlined] The Training Section [/underlined] Whether this Section is large or small, its duties will generally include:-
(a) Studying enemy tactics and training our own personnel in new tactics to counteract them or to meet new operational requirements.
(b) The general direction of unit and inter-unit training.
(c) The allotment of training areas, bombing and air-firing ranges.
(d) The policy governing allotment of vacancies in schools and courses.
(e) preparation of training schemes.
(f) Maintenance of uniformity in training.
The plans and operations sections must keep in close touch with training.
[underlined] Organisation of the Administrative Branch [/underlined]
15. [underlined] Duties of the Administrative Branch [/underlined] These are given in para. 5 of Chapter V of the War Manual, Part 11. They are administrative planning organisation of the force and control of the administrative services, so as to meet the personal and material requirements of the force. In Command Headquarters, this work is done in three sections, at Group Headquarters, in Sections (b) and (c).
(a) Administrative plans section.
(b) Organisation section.
(c) Personnel section.
16. [underlined] The Administrative Plans Section [/underlined] This Section prepares plans to meet the operational requirements. It co-operates closely with the plans section of the air branch and must keep the A.O.A. informed of any new commitments or operational plans. It is concerned with establishments in conjunction with other sections, and formulates policy in regard to formation of new units, equipment, re-equipment and works programmes. This section is also concerned with the policy and plans for provision of personnel and material to meet air branch requirements for station defence.
17. [underlined] The Organisation Section [/underlined] This section is concerned mainly with policy matters relating to:-
(a) Accommodation, including lay-out of stations, requisitioning of land and buildings.
(b) Establishment of personnel and M.T.
(c) Movements of personnel and material, the opening up of new stations and the formation of new units.
18. It also issues orders and instructions to certain of the administrative services to give effect to Administrative plans, and studies the day-to-day situation in the Command or formation from an administrative point of view.
/Contd…..
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19. [underlined] The Personnel Section [/underlined] This section is responsible for Policy and direction concerning:-
(a) Supply and posting of R.A.F. and W.A.A.F. personnel, honours and awards and recommendations for promotion.
(b) Discipline and ceremonial.
(c) Medical arrangements.
(d) Burials.
(e) Custody and disposal of prisoners of war.
(f) Pay accounting.
(g) Spiritual and physical welfare.
(h) Enlisted labour, if operating overseas.
20. The execution of many of these duties is done by one or other of the chaplains, graves, medical provost and accounting services which are controlled by the personnel section.
21. The S.P.S.O. has to maintain a close liaison with the other sections in regard to training of personnel, replacement of casualties and personnel for new units.
[underlined] Staffs of the Services [/underlined]
22. The services provide units with personnel and material to meet operational requirements. Executive control of the services is centred largely at Command Headquarters. The head of a service received general policy direction from the policy staff but exercises executive control of his own organisation. He is adviser to the Commander and policy staff on technical matters affecting his service. The services, according to their functions and the technical nature of their work are divided between the air branch, organization and personnel sections.
[underlined] Representatives of Services in Lower Formations [/underlined]
23. Representatives of certain services are appointed to Group Headquarters:-
(a) To keep Group Commander informed about the technical state of units and to advise him on matters in his own particular service which may influence operations or training.
(b) To keep the head of his service in touch with any special problems or requirements in the group.
(c) To exercise limited control of their service within the group, if authorised by Command.
[underlined] Specialised Advisers [/underlined]
24. These may be divided into two categories:-
(a) Officers who can advise the Commander on the employment of arms having specialised characteristics, i.e. Army Contingents. R.A.F. Regiment or Balloons.
(b) Officers or civilians with special qualifications, such as Financial, Legal and Scientific advisers.
/Contd…
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[underlined] Miscellaneous Appointments [/underlined]
25. These may include:-
Personal Assistants
Cypher Officers
Camp Commandant
[underlined] Amendments to this Precis: [/underlined]
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[date stamp for NO. 1 OFFICERS ADVANCED TRAINING SCHOOL JUN 1945]
[underlined] 22E5
OFFICERS ADVANCED TRAINING SCHOOL
PRECIS: P.3
GOOD CONDUCT BADGES: MISCELLANEOUS [/underlined]
References: A.P. 837 Sections 38 and 50
K.R. paras 652 and 1175 to 1186.
[inserted] K.R. 2153. [/inserted]
[underlined] GOOD CONDUCT BADGES [/underlined]
1. It is important for commanders to appreciate the effect certain punishments they can award have on an airman’s good conduct badges.
[underlined] Airman with Clean Conduct Sheet (F.121) [/underlined]
2. An airman with a clean conduct sheet normally receives his first, second and third good conduct badges after 3, 8 and 13 years respectively of full time man service, as e.g.,
An airman enlisted 1 Jan 32
1st G.C.B. awarded 1 Jan 35
2nd G.C.B. awarded 1 Jan 40
3rd G.C.B. awarded 1 Jan 45
[underlined] Service Entries [/underlined]
3. (a) Definition – a service entry is the record of a punishment which is entered on the Service Conduct Sheet of an airman (F.120). This form is maintained during war time at the Record Office from entries in Unit P.O.R’s. Punishments which constitute service entries are fully described in K.R.2153., see also appendix A to precis No. 27.
(b) On each occasion that a C.O. awards a punishment that warrants a Service Entry, the airman forfeits 91 days qualifying service and the award of all subsequent badges is affected. This indirectly costs the airman 22s/9d e.g.
Enlisted 1 Jan 32
Target dates for badges as in example to para. 2 above
8 days C.C. 10 Oct. 34
1st G.C.B. awarded 1 Apl. 35
2nd G.C.B. awarded 1 Apl. 40
Severe Reprimand (now Cpl) 2 Aug. 41
3rd G.C.B. awarded 1 Jul. 45
[underlined] N.B. [/underlined] For purposes of example 91 days is taken as equivalent to 3 calendar months.
[underlined] V.G. Time [/underlined]
4. During the two years immediately preceeding the award of a badge an airman must complete 2 years V.G. time in actual receipt of pay.
5. V.G. time is broken when a C.O. awards over 10 days C.C., a punishment involving 3 or more days automatic forfeiture of pay for absence to an aircraftman, a severe reprimand to an N.C.O. or any other punishment which forms a service entry.
e.g. V.G. time is broken by:-
(a) Admonition and automatic forfeiture of 3 days pay for absence.
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(b) Fine for drunkenness
(c) [underlined] Severe [/underlined] reprimand
(d) 11 days C.C.
(e) Detention or Field Punishment.
6. The above mentioned punishments, if awarded just before an airman is due for the award of A G.C.B., can delay the award for nearly two years and indirectly cost him anything up to approximately £9.
e.g. Enlisted 1 Jan 32
Target date 1st G.C.B. 1 Jan 35
14 days C.C. 10 Dec 34
1st G.C.B. awarded 24 Dec 36 (V.G. time begins again on expiration of punishment)
Cost to aircraftman
723 days @ 3d p.d. £9 – 0 – 9d.
7. For example combining the two factors (i.e. Service Entries and broken V.G. time), See A.P. 837 Section 38 para. 1042
[underlined] Procedure for Award [/underlined]
8. (a) Record Office calculate date and notify C.O.
(b) C.O. ensures that there are no recent service entries on F.121 General Conduct Sheet
(c) The award is subject to the approval of the C.O. who uses his discretion regarding the general character of the airman
(d) When approved the award is promulgated in P.O.Rs.
[underlined] MISCELLANEOUS [/underlined]
[underlined] Re-engagements [/underlined] (A.M.O. A.56/45)
9. C.Os. should draw the attention of all airmen to the above mentioned A.M.O. which enables them to re-engage for periods of 4, 5, 6 or 7 years.
[underlined] Release to Industry [/underlined]
10. A C.O’s responsibility is only to inform enquirers of the correct procedure as outlined in A.P. 837 para. 1341. After that application must be made by airman’s former employer to the Government Department concerned.
[underlined] Discharge [/underlined]
11. Points to note:-
(a) F.1394 Brief Statement of Service and Certificate of Discharge. This affects an airman’s subsequent employment in civil life and future prospects and should be carefully compiled
(b) Complete diary of action is contained in A.P. 837 para. 1339.
[underlined] Transfer to Army of R.A.F. Personnel [/underlined]
12. (a) Details are given in R.O.M. 31/45 and A.M.O. A.199/45.
(b) Airmen may volunteer but others will be detailed by name by Record Office.
[underlined] Amendments to this Precis: [/underlined]
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[date stamp of No. 1 OFFICERS ADVANCED TRAINING SCHOOL JUN 1945]
6F5/
[underlined] OFFICERS ADVANCED TRAINING SCHOOL
PRECIS: PLANNED FLYING & SERVICING [/underlined]
[underlined] Aim [/underlined]
1. To produce the maximum flying effort either operational or training, with the most economical use of available aircraft and manpower; i.e. maximum flying hours per aircraft and maximum flying hours per servicing man.
[underlined] Planned Flying [/underlined]
2. The extent to which flying can be planned depends on the type of unit concerned, i.e. its flying commitment and the extent to which that commitment can be forecast. Broadly speaking there are two main types:-
(a) [underlined] Routine Task – [/underlined] Training Units where the flying task can be accurately forecast.
(b) [underlined] Non-Routine Task [/underlined] – Operational Unit where it is difficult to forecast accurately the flying task.
3. Units with a non-routine task can be sub-divided into two classes:-
(a) VARIABLE OPPORTUNITY – e.g. Coastal Command carrying out routine anti-submarine patrols.
(b) FLEETING OPPORTUNITY – e.g. Fighter or bomber squadrons.
[underlined] Methods of Planning [/underlined]
4. The method of planning varies with the type of unit, but the basis of all flying planning is an “Analysis of Flying Opportunity”. This is to determine what factors are likely to affect the amount and intensity of flying, e.g.:-
(a) Weather
(b) Operational Aids
(c) Habits of the enemy
(d) Type of operation to be carried out, i.e. bombing, defence etc.
5. The “SCALE OF EFFORT”, i.e. the flying task is arrived at from the analysis of the flying opportunity and shows the amount, regularity and intensity of flying, together with the training requirements.
[underlined] Planned Servicing [/underlined]
6. Planned servicing is the means of assessing the amount of manpower and the number of aircraft to fulfil a given scale of effort and of organising servicing facilities to ensure that a given ground crew establishment can consistently produce a given scale of effort.
/Contd…
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[underlined] Example [/underlined]
7. Flying Training Command provides a nearly perfect example of planned flying. Experts with experience in training can assess the flying capacity of an airfield and give it a “Maximum in use aircraft figure” (M.I.U.A.F.). This indicates the maximum number of aircraft that can operate at the same time from that airfield.
(a) Suppose the M.I.U.A.F. is 20.
8. Suppose that a ten hour flying period is allowed per day.
(a) The daily flying capacity for the airfield in question is:- 10 x 20 = 200 hours.
9. 28 days per month are available for flying. Bad weather is allowed for by a weather factor which, taken over the whole of the flying year for the whole of England, is .7, i.e. 70 percent days fit for flying.
(a) The average number of days fit for flying each month is 28 x .7 = 20.
(b) The monthly flying capacity of the airfield is 20 x 200 = 4000 hours.
10. Flying Training Command can now issue a “Unit Task Chart” which lays down both a flying and servicing task, which is worked out from:-
(a) Pupil population
(b) Hours required per pupil
(c) Length of course.
11. [underlined] Establishment [/underlined] The Task Chart is the basis on which the establishment of aircraft and servicing personnel is based.
12. Assume the monthly task to be 4000 hours for a unit with 4 flights:-
(a) The monthly task per flight is 1000 hours.
(b) The daily task per flight is 1000/20 = 50 hours
13. During a daily flying period of ten hours, each flight will require to fly 5 aircraft continuously in order to complete its task of 50 hours. However, experience has shown that on training units each machine spends about three hours in every ten on the ground, taxying and refuelling, which means that with an establishment of five the maximum flying per day would only be 35 hours. A reserve of two aircraft will be allowed to take the place of those grounded, these two being known as the “backers up”. Thus:-
(a) Establishment for a flight with a task of 50 hours will be:-
5 (in use) + 2 (backers up)
or (b) A total unit establishment of:-
20 (net in use) + 8 (backers up) = 28 gross in use a/c.
14. In order to produce 28 serviceable machines every day, which is the servicing task, the Unit Task Chart allows for:-
(a) A percentage of aircraft u/s on inspection
(b) A number of aircraft u/s awaiting spares
(c) A number of aircraft u/s because of faults common to that particular type.
(d) A reserve of aircraft in a pool.
[underlined] The Pool [/underlined]
15. The aim of planned servicing is to avoid wastage of manpower by keeping all servicing personnel fully employed the whole time. The ‘pool’ is used for this purpose.
16. (a) This reserve of aircraft will normally consist of about 50 percent serviceable machines, which are surplus to the number of “gross-in-use” aircraft required by the flights, and about 50 percent unserviceable aircraft coming from the flights and waiting to be worked on.
/Contd……….
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16. (Contd..)
(b) In bad weather, when there is no flying, the supply of machines due for inspection falls off and maintenance personnel would be left with no work. The 50 percent unserviceable aircraft in the pool provides work for ground personnel during periods when there is little or no flying.
(c) After a prolonged period of bad weather, the flying programme will be behind schedule and the daily task will need to be stepped up. The increased serviceability in the pool will allow for an increase in daily flying times.
[underlined] Measurement of efficiency [/underlined]
17.In order to obtain maximum benefit from this planning, the establishment of aircraft and personnel is constantly checked by finding out the ‘cost’ of flying per month expressed as:-
(a) Flying hours achieved per servicing man.
(b) Flying hours achieved per aircraft.
18. Therefore if, for example, a unit’s returns show that its scale of effort is being maintained but the flying hours per aircraft are high and per man are low, this would point to an over-establishment in manpower.
[underlined] SERVICING ORGANISATION [/underlined]
19. Having established a unit with sufficient personnel and aircraft for a set flying task, the next step is to ensure that the servicing organisation does not allow for a wastage of either.
[underlined] The most economical gang [/underlined]
20. Operational research has shown that the less time a job is “on the floor” the less man hours will be required for that job, thus a minor inspection with say 15 men employed on it and turned out in one day, will require say 120 man hours, whereas the same inspection, if tackled by 5 men and turned out, therefore in say 1 week will require 160 man hours. Concentration on one job thus economises in man hours.
[underlined] Centralised Servicing [/underlined]
21. Centralised servicing has put the control of all servicing facilities into the hands of an Engineer Officer whose organisation consists of a servicing wing. The servicing wing has, in addition, to allow for the mobility and flexibility of requirements of operational units and to this end there are variations on the same theme.
22. Each Servicing Wing comprises a Headquarters, a Daily Servicing Squadron and a Repair and Inspection Squadron. The exact scape [sic] of the work undertaken by each squadron will vary considerably.
23. There are three different set-ups designed for three types of flying units:-
(a) Training
(b) Strategical
(c) Tactical
/Contd…..
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[underlined] Training – Servicing Wing Organisation [/underlined]
24. (a) Servicing Wing Headquarters
(b) Repair and Inspection Squadron with headquarters and sections.
(c) Daily Servicing Squadron with headquarters and sections.
(d) Station Workshops
(e) Specialist Sections, i.e. Signals – Safety Equipment.
25. Main features are:-
(a) Fully centralised system on station strength.
(b) R. & I. squadron – C.O. responsible to O.C. Servicing Wing.
(c) Squadron duties (i) Major inspection
(ii) Unit repairs
(iii) Engine changes.
26. Daily servicing squadron – C.O. responsible to O.C. Servicing Wing.
Squadron duties (a) Daily and between flight inspections.
(b) Refuelling and general handling of aircraft in the flights.
(c) Minor inspections
(d) Rectification of petty unserviceability.
27. The Officer i/c Daily Servicing Squadron is responsible for the maintenance of an inspection stagger chart, and for the daily issue to the flights of the ‘gross in use’ aircraft.
[underlined] Strategical ‘S’ Wing Organisation [/underlined]
28. (a) Servicing Wing Headquarters, R. & I. Squadron Headquarters and Daily Servicing Squadron Headquarters established on station strength.
(b) Daily Servicing personnel established on squadron strength but work co-ordinated by Officer i/c D.S. Squadron.
(c) Repair and inspection personnel drawn from independently established R. & I. Echelons.
(d) One echelon to service one squadron.
(e) R. & I. Sections unit to form an R. & I. squadron under an officer i/c and are then directly under the control of O.C. Servicing Wing.
29. Main features are:-
(a) Semi-mobile and semi-flexible.
(b) Flying squadrons established with personnel sufficient for servicing, and the C.O. retains full administrative control.
(c) Officer i/c ‘S’ Wing has control of all servicing men during working hours.
(d) Duties of R. & I. Squadron and D. S. Squadron are the same as in the training organisation.
[underlined] Tactical ‘S’ Wing Organisation [/underlined]
30. (a) Officer i/c Servicing Wing plus headquarters, specialist officer, i.e. signals, armament; Daily Servicing Squadron Headquarters and Repair and Inspection Squadron Headquarters are all on Wing strength.
/Contd……
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30. (Contd…)
(b) Maintenance personnel drawn from servicing echelons which are independently established at the rate of one per flying squadron.
(c) Echelons consist of two sections, R. & I. and D.S. When more than one echelon on an airfield, R. & I. sections unite under an Officer i/c and form Repair and Inspection Squadron.
(d) Daily Servicing sections unite to form a Daily Servicing Squadron.
(e) Continuity N.C.O. on squadron strength is responsible for aircraft log books when the squadron moves. He joins the D.S. Squadron on new airfield. Up to 30 personnel also established on squadron strength, where necessary to service special equipment.
31. Main features are:-
(a) Fully centralised and fully mobile.
(b) Absolves the squadron commander of any responsibility for ground personnel.
(c) Officers i/c echelons maintain close liaison with squadron commanders and officer i/c ‘S’ Wing.
[underlined] Amendments to this Precis: [/underlined]
[page break]
[underlined] OFFICERS ADVANCED TRAINING SCHOOL
QUESTIONS ON PLANNED FLYING AND SERVICING [/underlined]
1
To what type of unit is Planned Flying applicable?
Explain how the daily target figure is calculated.
How is the weather factor taken into account?
Why is it more economical to attain the daily target with a few aircraft operated continuously rather than a larger number used at random?
What is the effect of bad weather on servicing?
Discuss the effect of anticipating inspections.
What are the advantages of repairs and major inspections being carried out centrally?
Explain the main difference between the aim of servicing in an Operational Unit and that in a Training Unit.
Explain the reasons for the transfer of the administrative control of technical ground staff from the flights to the C.T.O.
Do you consider that the new system would be suitable for use under peace conditions?.
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[date stamp of No. 1 OFFICERS ADVANCE TRAINING SCHOOL JUN 1945]
4B5,
[underlined] OFFICERS ADVANCED TRAINING SCHOOL
PRECIS: SQUADRON AND FLIGHT ORGANISATION [/underlined]
References: K.R. and A.C.I. paras. 52 – 73, A.P. 837.
[underlined] Introduction [/underlined]
1. The tendency in Commands at present is to change their squadrons over from a static to a mobile or semi-mobile basis. This relieves squadron commanders to a large extent, of their former responsibility for ground personnel as regards discipline and organisation. As squadrons in the Tactical Air Force are fully mobile as opposed to the semi-mobile squadrons in Home Commands it is proposed to deal with fully mobile squadrons first.
[underlined] Mobile Squadrons [/underlined]
2. Mobile squadrons were formed in this country after experience in the North African campaign. In this respect we have copied the Germans, who were far ahead of us in mobile warfare. The Germans called the airfield and maintenance layout the “Hotel system”. The majority of squadrons in Fighter Command have been changed to a mobile basis so that they may be easily interchanged with squadrons of the T.A.F. who, from time to time, require a rest from operations or to re-equip. An example of a Spitfire squadron establishment in the T.A.F. is as follows and illustrates the difference between a mobile and a static squadron, viz:-
Commanding Officer
Adjutant
Medical Officer
Intelligence Officer
27 Pilots
1 Continuity Sergeant (Fitter)
1 Corporal Clerk.
3. Typhoon squadrons have extra personnel on the establishment mainly comprised of armourers and fitters. Light bomber squadron’s establishment is pro rata. Servicing is carried out by fully mobile servicing echelons, those in T.A.F. being on Wing H.Q. establishment and Fighter Command on station strength.
4. This organisation leaves the C.O. and Flight commanders entirely free to devote their engergies [sic] to the flying and fighting efficiency of the squadron. Cases will occur, however, where a squadron commander or flight commander will be called upon to show his ability and ingenuity when moved to an A.L.G. in the battle He will have to attend to communications, supplies, safety of his aircraft, defence and feeding of personnel.
[underlined] Responsibility [/underlined]
5. A squadron Commander is responsible for the maintenance of discipline, efficiency, and proper administration of his squadron and the officers and airmen under his command. This encompases, [sic] men’s welfare, delegation of responsibility to Junior Officers, training and operational efficiency of his squadron and its observance of station orders and disciplibe. [sic] A C.O. should allot a set time for inspections, interviews, investigating charges and dealing with correspondence, this saves people waiting about and leaves time for dealing with flying matters.
/Contd……
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6. A Flight Commander is responsible to the Squadron Commander for the efficient running of his flight both in the air and on the ground. He may be granted powers of a Subordinate Commander by the Station Commander. Essential that Flight Commanders and their N.C.Os work closely together. Watch progress of pilots, arrange leave roster.
7. The adjutant’s duty is to assist his C.O. and see that his instructions and wishes are carried out by all ranks. He should attend to all routine matters so as to leave his C.O. more time to study the efficiency of the squadron. He should be tactful in his relation with senior officers. It is the adjutant’s duty to bring to the C.O.’s notice all orders that affect his unit.
[underlined] Control [/underlined]
8. Control of a squadron or unit depends largely on the choice of personnel. Where possible, choice should be made from officers and N.C.Os who are suitable to take responsibility combined with the necessary knowledge to do the job. Personnel in charge of sections should be allowed to run their own departments and be directly responsible to the Squadron Commander. Servicing personnel in most Commands are now responsible to the Officer i/c Servicing Wing.
9. Accommodation should be carefully organised so that all sections are able to work smoothly. This question is more important in operational commands than with static units owing to their particular type of work – readiness states, day and night operations requiring ground crews of each flight being kept together.
10. Duties of squadrons vary considerable in different commands. Coastal Command crews, with the exception of strike squadrons, have more or less routine patrols to carry out whether operational or reconnaissance, which may take from 10 – 17 hours to complete. Therefore, coastal crews have more or less a regular time-table of duty and time off.
11. Bomber Command are more tied down by day to day operations which are again regulated by weather factors. Normally operations are restricted in range during the moon period. Squadrons in the normal way know by 10.00 hours each day whether they are detailed for operations that night, if not, they are free to carry on with their training programme.
12. Squadrons in Fighter Command or T.A.F. are always at some state of readiness. Squadrons operating in the South are operating on most flying days and keep a high standard of readiness.
13. Squadrons in Training Command and the O.T.U’s keep to their own training programmes which are flexible and keep u/t pilots busy throughout the day.
14. Communications especially on dispersed sites, are important and should always be manned on operational units.
[underlined] Personnel [/underlined]
15. It is most important that Squadron and Flight Commanders get to know the personnel under their command. Weekly meetings held by the Squadron Commander help considerably in bringing forward for discussion such matters as, maintenance, accommodation, welfare and discipline. It is every officer’s duty to take an interest in the men’s welfare.
16. Inspections should be made regularly by the Squadron Commander, of Barrack Rooms, Flights and Sections, paying particular attention to cleanliness and care of equipment.
/Contd…
[page break]
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[underlined] Efficiency [/underlined]
17. The efficiency of any squadron, unit or flight depends largely on the knowledge and enthusiasm of its members. The C.O. is responsible for the systematic and efficient instruction of both officers and airmen under his command in all their professional duties, and will encourage officers and airmen by every means at his disposal to avail themselves of the opportunities provided for improving their general efficiency.
18. The C.O. of a flying Unit should keep himself in constant flying practice by frequently flying every type of aircraft with which the Unit is equipped so as to maintain among the Pilots a high standard of morale. A. C.O. should fly with both flights of a Squadron and not show particular preference to one.
19. Visits to other Units should be encouraged as it broadens the outlook of all and often leads to increased efficiency by the adoption of new ideas. Visits should be made to Operations Rooms, G.C.I. Stations, and where applicable to a Happidrome. [sic] It is desirable that Squadron, Flight and Section Commanders of a Squadron should know the controllers personally.
20. Training programmes should be prepared so that full use is made of non-operational periods. These programmes are a great help to all concerned as they ensure the progressive training of the Squadron and gives the C.O. a day to day guide of what particular training is taking place at any one time. Organised training necessary at the present time owing to the large numbers of aircrew available in all Commands.
21. Liaison is necessary between C.O’s and the Station Engineer Officer or C.T.O. who controls the Servicing Echelon, to ensure that the Flights have a minimum number of aircraft serviceable each day. Keep watch on flying hours so numbers of aircraft are not on inspections at the same time. It may be said that an efficient Squadron on the ground is an efficient Squadron in the air.
22. C.O.’s of Squadrons should make it a rule that every pilot should know the correct procedure for running up; if a multi-engine aircraft the pilot should wait until all members of the crew are present before starting up. Pilots should know how to refuel and re-arm, alternative methods of starting up, how to destroy secret wireless equipment, and how to swing a compass.
[underlined] The Day’s Work [/underlined]
23. Routine Work [sic] of a squadron varies with different Commands. If a Squadron is operational, routine work such as parades may have to be dispensed with. With Squadrons in quiet areas it is desirable that working parades and set times for attendance at Flights and Sections should be compulsory. This provides a good guide on discipline and efficiency to the C.O.
24. Daily inspection should be made at suitable times so that airtests can be carried out and a prompt start made to the flying programme. Pilots not engaged in flying duties can attend lectures, link trainer and Intelligence Room. Transport facilities should be organised between Messes and Flight Dispersals so that unnecessary running about and delays are avoided.
25. Leave rosters should be arranged showing the normal leave periods together with days off. This is much appreciated by pilots and aircrew as it allows them to make arrangements to spend their time off, whereas, if given a day off the same morning they may just sit in the Mess and become disgruntled.
/Contd…..
[page break]
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26. Operations differ in type in all commands, but certain principles are common to all. Punctuality both of take-off and rendezvous and T.O.T. Briefing, accuracy of reports, R.T. discipline and ground organisation of both take-off and return of aircraft. Mobile servicing party for bomber aircraft should be available to deal with last minute faults. Planned marshalling and start up procedure to assure quick take-off. The C.O. or one of the flight commanders should be on duty at all times to take charge in case of emergency.
[underlined] Amendments to this Precis: [/underlined]
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[date stamp of No. 1 OFFICERS ADVANCED TRAINING SCHOOL JUNE 1945]
3A5/KS
[underlined] OFFICERS ADVANCED TRAINING SCHOOL
PRECIS: STATION ORGANISATION [/underlined]
Reference: A.P. 1301 Chap. 1 paras. 4 – 23.
[underlined] Introduction [/underlined]
1. When Air Force Units of any kind are assembled on a permanent or a semi-permanent basis, they are generally known as stations and on every such station an officer is appointed as Station Commander who is responsible for its general administration and functional efficiency to the next higher formation.
2. He will have to assist him a number of subordinate commanders, on certain stations they may be unit commanders with full powers of Commanding Officers delegated to them by the Air Council. In addition, he is provided with a staff of administrative officers who form his station headquarters staff. His principal assistant is known as the Station Administrative Officer and as Station Commanders have considerable operational or training responsibilities, much of the administrative routine is normally delegated to the S. Ad. O. The Adjutant, Assistant Adjutant, Senior Accountant Officer, Senior Equipment Officer, M.T., Medical and Catering Officers form the remainder of his headquarters staff.
[underlined] Dual Aspect [/underlined]
3. On all units there is a dual aspect – the functional and the administrative. Thus on a station there may be two or three flying flights which would be the functional side, and a headquarters flight, which, with certain ancillary services, is the administrative. This principle applies to stations and all higher formations up to the Air Ministry itself.
[underlined] Station of two main types [/underlined]
4. (a) Self Accounting Stations.
(b) Non Self-Accounting Units – satellite airfields, signals units and other small units which may be housed in requisitioned premises.
5. Stations can, broadly speaking, be divided into the two foregoing types. Those which are large and self-accounting are to a greater extent independent, than those which are small, subsidiary and non self-accounting units. These latter are often of a highly specialised nature and may be physically detached and independent as far as command and functional control are concerned, but dependent on a parent station for administrative services. In the former case the station is static, clearly defined and easy to control, in the latter improvisation has to be resorted to frequently and success is often dependent on the personality, common-sense and initiative of the Commanding Officer.
[underlined] Station Structure [/underlined]
6. In formations throughout each level in the R.A.F., although they are diverse in character and function, the basic principles of organisation are the same, but as the scale descends the complexities decrease. A C-in-C is served by an Air Staff and an Administrative
/Contd……
[page break]
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/Contd…
Staff which are repeated on a lower scale at Group level; a station has a Commanding Officer who is served by the O.C. Functional Units, S. Ad. O., Adjutant and Specialist Officers who are counterparts, in a lesser degree, of the officers of Group and Command Staffs. For ease of control the work is decentralised in the same manner at each level. It is this standard system of organisation which by competent administration enables the R.A.F. to operate as an efficient and co-ordinated whole.
7. The principles of station structure are simple and straightforward. The functional side of the station is divided, as the circumstances demand, into Wings, Squadrons and Flights, the Headquarters Unit into administrative sections such as Equipment, Accounts, M.T., Communications, Messing, Catering and Medical. The present tendency on flying stations is to divide into three wings: Flying Wing, Technical Wing and Administrative Wing. Officers being appointed to command each, but usually with powers of subordinate commander only, the Station Commander in effect being O.C. of each wing himself.
[underlined] Specialised Services [/underlined]
8. In addition to the Sections already mentioned which form the universal administrative services for all units in the R.A.F. there are certain specialised services appropriate to the functions of the units which they serve. Examples are signals, armament, photographic and meteorological services which are the functional servants of the units, but come under the Station Headquarters for domestic administration.
[underlined] Non-Operational Stations [/underlined]
9. The majority of non-operational stations in this country are connected with training, maintenance and transportation. With certain exceptions they are permanent or semi-permanent stations falling into the self-accounting category. Their structure usually consists of a number of independent wings commanded by senior officers with full powers of commanding officers delegated to them by the Air Council. The usual administrative services are incorporated in the Station Headquarters Unit as opposed to the functional aspect of the wings, which provide the link to the next higher formation.
[underlined] Control of Stations in Operational Commands [/underlined]
10. The problem of fully co-ordinating function with administration is a considerable one. The present system of controlling a number of stations from a parent base has proved successful. Different terms are used for the base as a connecting link between the Groups and Stations in the various commands, but the principle is much the same. In some instances the control is purely operational and in others it is both operational and administrative.
[underlined] Bomber [/underlined]
11. Previously bomber stations with their satellites were directly controlled by Group. As these increased in number with a corresponding increase in squadrons, groups could not handle the vast amount of detailed work. Bases were formed consisting of three stations, Base Headquarters being set up on one, which was then called base Station; the other two being known as sub-stations, each of the three having its own Station Commander. The Stations, whilst controlled operationally from base, have their own independent domestic organisation.
/Contd…..
[page break]
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/Contd…
On the other hand, the Base Commander has certain control of administrative matters affecting operational efficiency. Stations are divided into three wings, all daily servicing personnel now being centralised in the Technical Wing, leaving only flying personnel on Squadron strength.
[underlined] Fighter Command [/underlined]
12. Sector Stations have operational control of forward fighter stations which are self-accounting units. Both Sector and Forward Fighter Stations may have satellites under their control.
[underlined] 2nd T.A.F. [/underlined]
13. A group consists of separate wings, each made up of a number of squadrons. Operational control passes from Group through Group Control Centre to Wing Headquarters. Wing Headquarters is virtually a fully mobile station.
[underlined] Coastal [/underlined]
14. There is no intermediate control level between Group Headquarters and Stations.
[underlined] Amendments to this Precis: [/underlined]
[page break]
[underlined] OFFICERS ADVANCED TRAINING SCHOOL
QUESTIONS: STATION ORGANISATION [/underlined]
1. What is meant by (a) the functional and (b) administrative aspect of a R.A.F. Station or Unit?
2. What is the difference between a self-accounting station and a non self-accounting unit?
3. How is equipment and pay obtained in a non self-accounting unit?
4. Outline briefly the structure of a station which is a School of Technical Training.
5. Outline briefly the system of station control in,
(a) Bomber Command
(b) Fighter Command
(c) Coastal Command
(d) Tactical Air Force
6. What specialised services are on your station?
7. What is a base?
8. What is the difference between a Forward Fighter Station and a Satellite?
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[date stamp of No. 1 Officers Advanced Training School Jun 1945]
[underlined] 18E5
OFFICERS ADVANCED TRAINING SCHOOL
PRECIS: P.3
AIRMEN AIRCREW [/underlined]
References: A.P. 837 Sections 41, 42, 43F, 46.
A.M.Os quoted.
[underlined] Introduction [/underlined]
1. The intake of candidates for aircrew training from civilian and service sources has been temporarily suspended with the exception of Wireless Operation Mechanic (Air).
[underlined] Selection of Serving Airmen [/underlined] A.882/44, A.70/45, A.146/45)
2. Airmen of the regular Air Force, the R.A.F. V.R., and the Auxiliary Air Force will be eligible for recommendation for aircrew duties for the duration of the war only. They should be over 18 and under 26 years of age, (except W.O.M./Air for whom there is no age limit), and fulfil the medical and educational requirements detailed in A.M.O. A.146/45.
Station Commanders are to arrange for recommended airmen to attend an aviation condidates [sic] selection board, and forward nominal rolls to Group Headquarters and Record Office. A.C.S.B. inform Record Office direct of suitable candidates, who are placed on a roster and withdrawn in turn by Record Office.
[underlined] PROMOTION OF AIRCREW [/underlined] (A.3/45)
[underlined] Normal [/underlined]
3. On 25th of each month C.O. submits to A.O.C. a nominal roll of all airmen aircrew who will complete 12 months in their rank during the following month. C.O. makes an indication against each airman as to whether promotion is recommended or not.
[underlined] Special Promotion [/underlined]
4. A.O.’s C. may, at their discretion, authorise the promotion of exceptionally qualified airmen after not less than nine month’s service in existing rank. In each group not more than 10 percent of airmen in each aircrew category may be so promoted.
[underlined] Pathfinder [/underlined]
5. A special establishment has been authorised for Path-Finder Squadrons. Airmen may be granted acting rank by Group to fill vacancies in the establishment after completing a stipulated number of sorties.
[underlined] Captain of Aircraft [/underlined]
6. On appointment as captain of a heavy aircraft, a sergeant may be granted the acting rank of flight sergeant. When the A.O.C. is satisfied that the airman is an efficient captain he may be appointed to acting warrant officer.
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[underlined] COMMISSIONING OF AIRCREW (A.384/43) [/underlined]
[underlined] General [/underlined]
7. Airmen aircrew are commissioned only in the G.D. branch. Commissions are granted either on completion of training or after gaining experience in the duties in which the airmen have been trained.
[underlined] Recommendation [/underlined]
8. (a) C.Os are required to review monthly all airmen aircrew and submit recommendations on appropriate form or “NIL” return to Group.
(b) Applications are submitted on F.1020A and/or F.2148 (See A.P. 837 para. 1092) together with:-
(i) Details of flying hours
(ii) Particulars of operational flying
(iii) Certificate stating that applicant is fit for full flying duties
(iv) Certificate of willingness
(v) Copy of F.121 or certificate if no entries.
[underlined] Selection [/underlined]
9. Candidates must be interviewed by A.O.C., or in some cases by the Base Commander. Group will forward recommendations to Air Ministry who select without interview. No selection board or medical board is required. Recommendations must not be re-submitted until a decision is reached on the original application.
[underlined] POSTING OF AIRCREW [/underlined] (A.P. 837 Section 46)
[underlined] Delegation [/underlined]
10. Air Ministry D.G. of P. has delegated some measure of posting authority as follows:-
[heading] [underlined] Type of Posting – Authority [/underlined] [/heading]
(a) In operational groups – A.O.C.
(b) Within operational commands at home and overseas – A.O.C. in C.
11. D.G. of P. remain the authority for the posting of airmen aircrew between commands and between home and overseas.
[underlined] Home [/underlined]
12. As far as applicable in the case of airmen aircrew, the procedure described in the diary of action A.P. 837 para. 1266, is to be followed.
[underlined] Overseas [/underlined]
13. (a) As far as applicable – diary of action AP. 837 para. 1286
(b) In the case of airmen aircrew posted overseas substitutes are not to be detailed without the authority of Group H.Q.
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[underlined] REDUNDANT AIRCREW [/underlined]
[underlined] Causes of Redundancy [/underlined]
14. Aircrew who have to be withdrawn from flying duties for any reason become redundant in their categories. They may be withdrawn from flying duties for any of the following causes:-
(a) Reduction for misconduct or inefficiency
(b) Unsuitability
(c) Permanently Medically Unfit
(d) Lack of moral fibre.
[underlined] Reduction (A.M.Os A.328/45 and A.329/45) [/underlined]
15. [underlined] Misconduct [/underlined]
N.C.Os., but not warrant officers, may be reduced by Court Martial, A.O.C. in C. or A.O.C. for misconduct. Reduction should normally be to the highest classification held in the basic trade of the airman prior to promotion to N.C.O. rank, or where no basic trade to A.C.2 ACH/GD.
16. [underlined] Inefficiency [/underlined]
A.Os.C in C. and A.Os.C. at home are not empowered to reduce airmen [underlined] aircrew [/underlined] for inefficiency. These airmen are dealt with under A.M.O. A.1182/44 – A.C.R.B., Eastchurch.
[underlined] Unsuitability [/underlined]
17. Officer aircrew above the rank of flying officer who are unlikely to qualify in the aircrew category for which they are training or who are considered unsuitable to continue serving in their present aircrew duties are dealt with in accordance with K.R. 332, (unsuitable); or K.R. 377 clause 3 (withdrawn from course); or K.R. 1097B (adverse report) as appropriate. (A.M.O. A.121/44).
18. Aircrew of the ranks of F.O., P.O. and airmen aircrew are posted to R.A.F. Station, Eastchurch, for interview by the Re-selection Board if taken off flying for any of the following reasons:-
(a) Personnel considered unsuitable to continue serving in their aircrew category
(b) Personnel unlikely to qualify in the category for which they are training
(c) Aircrew unsuitable for any type of aircraft used in the Command.
19. Unsuitable personnel are first reported to Group, but posting instructions are not to be issued by Group until the A.O.C. has sent to Eastchurch a full history of the case, and recommendations. Upon receipt of posting instructions, C.O. is to forward to Eastchurch all service and training documents held on the station, together with particulars in the appropriate appendix to A.883/43.
[underlined] Medically Unfit [/underlined]
20. [underlined] Officer aircrew [/underlined] who are permanently medically unfit for aircrew duties are retained at units pending disposal instructions from Air Ministry (A.1182/44).
21. [underlined] Airmen Aircrew [/underlined] who become permanently medically unfit for aircrew, but fit for ground duties are posted to Eastchurch as above. Rank, other than acting rank, is retained until a decision is reached by Eastchurch. Eastchurch is not concerned with personnel removed from flying duties for disciplinary reasons.
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22. Airmen aircrew personnel who become temporarily unfit, remain mustered in aircrew category and if practicable employed in their basic trade. (A.651/41 and A.P. 837, para. 1161).
[underlined] Lack of Moral Fibre [/underlined]
23. These cases are dealt with under the terms of Air Ministry Memorandum S.61141/S.7 (c) (i). In all the above mentioned cases of disposal the A.O.C. must be satisfied that the individual does not come within the provisions of the Memorandum
[underlined] Conditions of Service for Permanently Unfit Aircrew [/underlined]
24. These conditions are outlined in detail in A.191/44. Permanently unfit aircrew can be divided into three classes:-
(a) Experienced aircrew who can be suitably employed in specialised ground trades directly connected with flying.
(b) Inexperienced aircrew with basic trades
(c) Inexperienced aircrew without basic trades.
[underlined] Trade Rank [/underlined]
25. Upon remustering, personnel will retain the temporary rank they held, as aircrew. In most cases, it is unlikely that airmen will be up to the required standard which will enable them to assume the full responsibilities of their trade in their temporary rank. In such cases, until they reach the requisite standard, they will be employed in the rank appropriate to their trade capacity and experience. Such a status is referred to as their ‘trade rank’. For all other purposes they will enjoy the normal privileges and pay of their temporary rank.
[underlined] Amendments to this Precis: [/underlined]
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[underlined] OFFICERS ADVANCED TRAINING SCHOOL
QUESTIONS: AIRMEN AIRCREW [/underlined]
1. What details must be submitted when an airman aircrew is recommended for a commission?
2. Should a Station Commander interview applicants for aircrew?
3. What is the period of time which must elapse before airmen aircrew can be recommended for normal promotion?
4. What action would you take if a sergeant navigator is reduced on disciplinary grounds?
5. What are the age limits for serving airmen who wish to volunteer for aircrew?
6. How long must a member of aircrew serve in his category before he can be recommended for special promotion?
7. Do Air Ministry interview applicants for commissions in the G.D. branch?
8. A sergeant pilot becomes permanently unfit. Where would he be sent for disposal?
9. Who posts an aircrew N.C.O. from one command to another?
10. What generally happens to inexperienced aircrew with no basic trade, if they are permanently grounded?
11. What rank may be granted to a sergeant pilot on appointment as captain of a heavy aircraft?
12. Suggest three trades that might be open to inexperienced aircrew, if they are permanently grounded?
13. What is meant by “unsuitability”?
14. How often should the C.O. review airmen aircrew on his station with a view to making recommendations for commissions?
15. What postings of airmen aircrew can be authorised by:-
(a) A.O.C.
(b) A.O.C. in C.
16. What do you do if airmen aircrew become temporarily medically unfit?
17. In what columns of Section 4 of an airman aircrew’s F.1580 would you make trade assessments?
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Covers introduction and selection of serving airmen. Followed by section on promotion of aircrew including cases for normal, special, pathfinding and captain of aircraft. Then section on commissioning of aircrew with sections on general principles, recommendation and selection. Posting of airmen covers delegation, types of posting home or overseas. Redundant aircrew covers causes of redundancy, unsuitability, medically unfit, lack of moral fibre, condition of service for permanently unfit aircrew, trade rank and questions..
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[date stamp of No. 1 Officers Advanced Training School Jun 1945]
16E5
[underlined] OFFICERS ADVANCED TRAINING SCHOOL
PRECIS: P.3
CAREERS OF AIRMEN – TRADESMEN [/underlined]
Reference: A.P. 837 Section 43
[underlined] Introduction [/underlined]
1. Important for Commanders to understand channels of advancement open to airmen in order that:-
(a) Maximum use is made of all available skill including civilian experience
(b) Airmen in less highly skilled trades are encouraged to become more skilled
(c) Commanders can deal competently with interviews.
[underlined] Channels of Advancement [/underlined]
2. (a) Remustering – change of trade
(b) Reclassification – movement upwards ([underlined] or downwards [/underlined]) between A.C.2 and L.A.C.
(c) Promotion – rise in rank, substantive or temporary
(d) Appointment – to acting rank
(e) Commissioning.
[underlined] REMUSTERING [/underlined]
[underlined] Trades in the R.A.F. [/underlined]
3. These are divided into Groups I to V (descending approximately in order of technical skill and rates of pay), and Group M.
4. Airmen fall into two classes for remustering
(a) Already skilled (i.e. civilian experience)
(b) Limited or no knowledge of new trade
[underlined] Preliminary action in both cases [/underlined]
5. (a) Ensure from latest monthly Record Office Memoranda that trade is open
(b) Consult A.P. 1112 Trade Test Manual for qualifications required and medical standards
(c) Airman should be interviewed by Education Officer, and Medical Officer
(d) Specialist Officer interviews and advises C.O.
(e) C.O. interviews.
[underlined] Further Action [/underlined]
6. (a) [underlined] Already Skilled [/underlined]
(i) Names to Group periodically, accompanied by F.167 (Trade Test Card) in triplicate
(ii) Quarterly Group Trade Test Board assembled on date decided by Central Trade Test Board
(iii) C.O. should promulgate result of exam but must wait [underlined] for Record Office to authorise remustering and date [/underlined].
(b) [underlined] Limited Skill – Training required [/underlined]
(i) Recommendation to Record Office on proforma, the form of which is given in the R.O.M. mentioned in para. 5 (a) above
(ii) Record Office reply on lower half of proforma
(iii) If approved airman should be remustered u/t (e.g. ACH. u/t Arm) and employed in appropriate section pending posting to Technical Training School.
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(iv) Record Office post to training centre. Airmen at end of course are examined, remustered, and reclassified by training establishment.
N.B. By posting the intake Record Office still have control over the remustering.
[underlined] Disposal of Fs.167 [/underlined]:-
7. 1 copy Record Office
1 copy Unit
Card copy retained by examining board.
[underlined] Exceptions [/underlined]
8. Para. 5 covers the majority of cases. For remustering of following airmen see referenced quoted:-
(a) Group M A.P. 837 para. 1118 (Medical Training Establishment and Depot, Harrogate)
(b) Direct remustering to non-substantive trade in Group V for which no training required e.g. Barber, waitress A.P. 837 para. 1111 (iv) and R.O.M. 13/45
(c) Where no facilities exist in technical training establishments e.g. Bricklayer, draughtsman, driller, fire fighter, flying control assistant, works hand Recommendation to Record Office on proforma given in R.O.M. 137/44 Examination by Central Trade Test Board under Group arrangements
(d) Musicians – Recommendations to R.A.F. Central Bank Uxbridge.
[underlined] RECLASSIFICATION [/underlined]
[underlined] Aim [/underlined]
9. Before an airman is eligible for promotion to Corporal he must obtain his L.A.C.
10. Airmen fall into two classes for reclassification:-
(a) Skilled trades – Groups I to IV and certain trades in Group V (e.g. driver M.T.) and Group M. A.P. 837 para. 1121
(b) Unskilled trades – Group V no skill attached.
[underlined] Skilled Trades [/underlined]
11. (a) Where practicable C.O. assembles monthly Local Trade Test Board composed of relevant Specialist Officers, Warrant Officers, or senior N.C.Os. using A.P. 1112 Trade Test Manual as a guide
(b) Percentages for different classifications:-
80 or over – L.A.C.
60-79 – A.C.1.
40-59 – A.C.2.
(c) On the authority of C.O. result of examination and reclassification promulgated in P.O.Rs. Effective date is [underlined] first day of the month following the Local Trade Test Board [/underlined]
(d) Form 167 (one copy only) records result of examination and is filed with Service Documents
(e) For Group M trades see A.P. 837 para. 1123.
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[underlined] Unskilled Trades [/underlined]
12. (a) A.C.2 to A.C.1 normally after 2 years authority C.O.
(b) A.C.1 to L.A.C. on merit alone – authority C.O., but he is limited to a percentage (at present 30 percent of A.C.1 strength)
For full details see A.P. 837 para. 1122 and A.M.O.A513/44.
[underlined] PROMOTION TO TEMPORARY RANK [/underlined]
[underlined] Methods [/underlined]
13. (a) By Records Office from Central Rosters to fill overhead R.A.F. establishment vacancies
(b) By C.O. and Group to fill Unit establishment vacancies.
[underlined] Promotion from Central Rosters [/underlined] (R.O.M. 174/44)
14. (a) Record Office maintains promotion rosters in strict order of seniority for all ranks
(b) As promotion from rosters becomes necessary, the requisite number of names is taken from top of each roster and C.O. of each airman notified that airman is within the zone for promotion, and may be promoted w.e.f. date stated, provided [underlined] C.O. IS SATISFIED that he is suitable [/underlined].
(c)[underlined] Considerations C.O. must take into account [/underlined]
(i) Character and trade assessments on F.1580 Section 4
(ii) Normal recommendations for promotion on F.1580 in last column of section 1 (or section 5 on old print)
(iii) Entries on F.121 General Conduct Sheet
(iv) The absence of a vacancy on the unit’s establishment for an airman of the higher rank in no way precludes a promotion from central rosters
(v) C.O. can recommend deferment for say two or three months but promotion is not automatic if at end of that period no vacancy in higher rank exists in R.A.F. establishment.
[underlined] Special Recommendation to F.S. and W.O. (R.O.M. 1 [/underlined] 75/44
15. (a) [underlined] Object [/underlined] – To ensure that sergeants and Flight Sergeants of [underlined] outstanding [/underlined] ability receive accelerated advancement
(b) [underlined] Submission [/underlined] Recommendations signed by C.O. personally submitted to Record Office in letter form given at appendix to R.O.M. quoted
(c) [underlined] Record Office [/underlined] Reply (i) Special recommendation will result in immediate promotion – authority to follow shortly
(ii) N.C.O. has been placed in a higher position on roster mentioned in para. 13 (a) above
(d) [underlined] F.1580 [/underlined] After making special recommendation C.O. endorses F.1580 [underlined] in RED INK in Section [/underlined] 5.
Authority and date – Nature
1 May 44 – Specially recommended for promotion (para. 23 A.M.O. A.88/44) C.O. Mans G.C.
N.B. In old print F.1580 this endorsement is entered in Section 4 under last character and trade assessment.
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[underlined] Promotions by C.O. or Group [/underlined]
16. (a) C.O. can promote an L.A.C. to temporary corporal to fill an establishment vacancy on his station
(b) A.O.C. can promote a temporary corporal to temporary Sergeant to fill a unit vacancy in the Group, on recommendation of C.O.
(c) Record Promote to F.S. and W.O.
[underlined] Exceptions [/underlined] (A.P. 837 paras. 1134 – 1140)
17. For promotion of following airmen see references quoted:-
(a) Depressed trades – small establishment; slow promotion; centralised by Record Office in all ranks. A.P. 837 para. 1134 and A.M.O. A.119/45
(b) Meteorologists – subject to approval of Director of Meteorological Office A.P. 837 para. 1135
(c) Group M – M.T.E & D A.P. 837 para. 1136
(d) R.A.F. Police – A.P. 837 para. 1137.
[underlined] Appointment to Acting Rank [/underlined]
18. (a) All appointments to acting rank can be authorised by Group if Record Office concur for acting F.S. and W.O. (i.e. If Record Office have no temporary F.S. or W.O. they can post in)
(b) In view of para. 16 above appointments to Acting Corporal and Acting Sergeant are seldom made, except Acting Corporal R.A.F.P. unpaid for which see A.P. 837 para. 1137 (i)
[underlined] COMMISSIONING TRADESMEN (AMO A.384/43) [/underlined]
[underlined] Types of Commission [/underlined]
19. (a) All emergency
(b) Branches in which vacancies exist notified in Record Office Memoranda
(c) Regular airmen are commissioned in R.A.F. non-regular airmen in R.A.F. V.R.
(d) Recommendations are required even if no vacancies exist at the moment.
[underlined] Eligibility [/underlined]
20. Airmen under 25 years of age who are fit for aircrew will not, with certain exceptions quoted in the A.M.O., be commissioned in non-flying branches (A.M. postagram S.92732/AR2 dated 7. Dec. 44)
[underlined] Forms and Certificates [/underlined]
21. (a) Regular airmen over 5 years service F.2148
(b) Regular airmen with less than 5 years F.2148 plus F.1020A.
(c) Non-regular airmen F.1020A
(d) Additional certificates
(i) Certificate of willingness
(ii) Copy of Form 121 or Certificate that there are no entries
(e) Part “A” Form 1020, add in manuscript, “(and am willing to postpone my release for a period of 12 months under) A.M.O. A.114/45”. [inserted] Now 12 months from date of commissioning. [/inserted]
22. (a) [underlined] Submission [/underlined]
To Group H.Q. at any time. A.O.C. need not interview but submits to A.M. those he supports
Contd/……
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22. (Contd)
(b) [underlined] Re-submission [/underlined]
After 4 months, second time after further 6 months.
[underlined] Selection [/underlined]
(a) Home – Selection board and medical board at Air Ministry.
(b) Overseas – By Command or Group Selection boards who forward details of accepted airmen to A.M.
[underlined] Initial Training Rank & Pay [/underlined]
23. (a) Airmen selected for commissions undergo an initial course at the R.A.F. Officer’s School. Airmen selected for R.A.F. Regiment go to R.A.F. Regiment O.C.T.U. Commissions are granted on successful completion of course.
(b) [underlined] Rank [/underlined]
Warrant Officers with more than 15 years service, (including 1 year W.O.), are commissioned as Flying Officer. Airmen selected for R.A.F. Regiment, those entering the Technical Branch and not requiring further training, and those who complete their Special training before posting to R.A.F. Officers’ School, are commissioned as Pilot Officer. Airmen not included above as Acting Pilot Officer.
[underlined] Amendments to this Precis: [/underlined]
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[underlined] OFFICERS ADVANCED TRAINING SCHOOL
QUESTIONS: PRECIS P.3 PART II [/underlined]
1. What channels of advancement are open to airmen who join the R.A.F. as a career? Precis para. 1 and P.3 Part III.
2. You have an airman in your section eligible for remustering to a higher skilled trade. What action would you take before he interviews the C.O.?
3. What documents must accompany a recommendation for a ground staff commission?
4. In your section you are short of a corporal. What must you check before asking the C.O. to promote an L.A.C.?
5. An airman sits a L.T.T.B. for reclassification on 21 Feb 45. What is his classification and effective date if he obtains 74 percent?
6. You have a sergeant who stands head and shoulders above his fellow N.C.Os. Who signs a special recommendation sent to Record Office?
7. Your F.S. is posted overseas and he is not replaced. You have a very good Sergeant in the section. How is he appointed acting flight sergeant?
8. You recommend an airman for a commission on the ground staff. If he is not selected when can you re submit recommendations?
9. Who is the overall authority for the remustering of airmen?
10. How soon does an airman receive the pay of an acting rank to which he has been appointed?
11. After specially recommending a F.S. for accelerated promotion to W.O. what entry must you make on his F.1580?
12. Do the Record Office maintain a central roster for promotion from Cpl. to Sgt.?
13. What are the functions of (a) Group Trade Test Boards; (b) Trade Tests on passing out of a Technical Training School; and (c) Local Trade Test Boards?
14. You interview an intelligent A.C.H. and tell him he should remuster to a skilled trade, but he says he is quite happy! What should you do?
15. Record Office notify you that an airman is in the promotion zone on the central rosters. What must you do before you approve it?
16. Who must you consult before promoting an L.A.C. Nursing Orderly to Corporal?
17. What is the normal time it takes an A.C.2. ACH/GD to become A.C.1?
18. How do you recommend a W.A.A.F. for a commission?
19. When an airman is posted where on his F.1580 do you put whether or not you recommend him for promotion or reclassification?
20. A sergeant equipment assistant who is 24 years old and perfectly fit applies for a commission in the equipment branch. What do you tell him?.
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Covers introduction, channels of advancement, trades in the RAF, preliminary action, further action, disposal of Forms 167 and exceptions. Followed by reclassification which covers aim, skilled trades, unskilled trades, methods, promotion from central rosters, special recommendations to F.S and W.O., promotion by C.O or group, exceptions, appointment to acting rank, types of commission, eligibility, forms and certificates, submission and initial training rank and pay followed by questions.
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[date stamp of No. 1 Officers Advanced Training School JUN 1945]
20F5.
[underlined] OFFICERS ADVANCED TRAINING SCHOOL
PRECIS – CASUALTY PROCEDURE [/underlined]
Appendices: A – Details of Action by Effects Officer
B – Specimen Message ‘A’
References:- A.P. 1922 (2nd Edition), A.P.1921, A.P. 837 Sect. 48 & 52A. A.P. 1301. Appendix V.
[underlined] Introduction [/underlined]
1. Promptness, accuracy and consideration for the feelings of relatives is essential in all phases of casualty procedure. Peacetime procedure which is laid down in K.R.’s 2309-2323 does not apply in war-time. The present procedure is contained in:-
(a) A.P.1922 – ‘Casualty Procedure in War (2nd Edition)’
(b) A.P.1921 – ‘Procedure for Reporting, Guarding and Salvage of Crashed and Forced Landed Aircraft in United Kingdom.’
[underlined] Definition [/underlined]
2. A casualty for this purpose, may be defined as an occurrence resulting from one or more of the following:-
Flying Battle Casualties or Flying Accidents,
Non-flying Battle Casualties and Accidents,
Death from injury or illness,
Serious or dangerous illness.
[underlined] Reporting of Casualties [/underlined]
3. Casualties are reported immediately by signal to A.M. (P.4 Cas) Command and Group. If an airman is involved, Records are also notified. In the event of an aircraft crash the signal is directed to three further addresses – the Local Salvage Unit, H.Q. 43 Group and A.M. (D.P.A.)
4. The C.O. of the formation or unit having [underlined] first knowledge [/underlined] of the crash or casualty must [underlined] ensure [/underlined] that the reporting signal is sent.
5. The type of signal to be used is laid down in appendices A.B.C.D. to A.P. 1922 and its form must be rigidly observed.
6. There are four categories of casualty signal:-
(a) Message A – for flying casualties & crashed aircraft
(b) Message B – for non-flying battle casualties
(c) Message C – for reporting serious or dangerous illnesses and natural deaths.
(d) Message D – for reporting accidental or self-inflicted injuries, if serious or dangerous or resulting in death.
7. The priority of the signal depends entirely on whether or not the next of kin have been informed of the casualty. If they have been informed, it is “important”; if they have not, it is “immediate.”
[underlined] Notification of Next of Kin [/underlined]
8. The C.O. of the [underlined] parent unit [/underlined] will inform next of kin and “other nominee” immediately by post office telegram, if residing in U.K. or Eire, of all fatal casualties and of personnel on D.I. or S.I. List or Missing. If next of kin or “other nominee” reside overseas, A.M. (P.4 Cas) will notify. Specimen forms of telegram are to be found in Appendix L to A.P. 1922.
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9. The priority of this telegram depends upon the importance of the time factor. In cases of serious or dangerous illness when the next of kin would wish to know immediately, priority C.A. is used. In all other cases, the priority is C.C.
10. Commanders should ensure that personnel are aware of the importance of prompt notification of changes of address of next of kin or “other nominee”.
[underlined] Funerals [/underlined]
11. After a lapse of about twelve hours, if next of kin reside in U.K. or Eire send a reply paid telegram in the form laid down in Appendix I to A.P.1922 to ascertain the type of funeral desired by the next of kin. The types of funeral that may be offered are:-
(a) Service funeral in cemetery near R.A.F. Station (if Service plots are available)
(b) Service funeral at nearest R.A.F. Regional Cemetery
(c) Private funeral at place selected by next of kin.
In the first two cases all expenses are paid from public funds. In the case of a private funeral, coffining and transport are a charge against the public and a grant of £5 is made but all other expenses are borne by the next of kin.
12. If next of kin wish to view the body, dissuade them, unless they have reasonable grounds to doubt identification.
13. Attendance at private funerals of a representative (if possible of parent unit) should be ensured.
14. When burial takes place at a Regional Cemetry, [sic] a modified ceremony is first held at the Station which the relatives may attend. The Chaplain and/or other representatives of the Station should attend at the Regional Cemetery.
15. If next of kin are abroad, arrange for burial at nearest Regional Cemetery, A.M. being given full particulars of time in order that next of kin may be notified in advance.
16. A letter of sympathy is to be sent to the next of kin written by the Unit commander. If for any reason he cannot do so it must be sent by the Station Commander. It is important that such letters are signed personally and not delegated to a Junior Officer Before writing consult A.P.1922 paras. 48 – 71.
[underlined] Coroner’s Inquest [/underlined]
17. It is not necessary to notify the coroner in the case of a death due to “war operations” (includes non-operational flying). Coroner must be notified in cases of natural death (if no doctor is in attendance) or self-inflicted or accidental deaths (other than flying accidents).
18. The Registrar of Births-Deaths is to be notified of deaths due to war operations which occur in the U.K. For such notification the Form A.F.W.D. is used.
[underlined] Burial in the Field. [/underlined]
19. The R.A.F. Pocket Book and the War Manual Part II give details of the Burial service.
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20. The collection and burial of the dead is the responsibility of the parent unit. Identification is important and scattered graves should be avoided, if possible, by using Service cemeteries. The correct rendering of the Burial Return, F.1755 is essential so that the grave is not lost.
[underlined] Disposal of Effects [/underlined]
21. Standing Committee of Adjustment at Central Depository, Colnbrook, deals with Service estates of officers, airmen and airwomen serving in this country, who die, or are reported missing or prisoners of war.
22. Officer detailed to carry out action at Station is known as Effects Officer. At many operational stations, permanent Effects Officer has been appointed.
23. Immediately it is known personnel have died, been killed, or are missing, Effects Officer must be notified so he may take INSTANT action to collect and safeguard all effects on station. Take special care to safeguard small items of intrinsic and/or sentimental value, e.g. rings, cigarette cases, watches etc.
24. Effects to be collected are those in R.A.F. custody, e.g. on station, in billets or at hospital, but not effects at e.g. home of a living-out officer. In cases of Dominion and Allied personnel, however, when known any property not in R.A.F. custody exists, particulars must be reported to S.C. of A.
25. Effects Officer is then to take action as detailed in Appendix “A” to this precis and ensure that effects are despatched to S.C. of A. within 14 days. (Ref. A.P.837 para. 1308).
26. To safeguard property A.M. have ordered that at “briefing time”, facilities shall be accorded to all aircrew to deposit small valuables with briefing officer.
27. Full details concerning disposal of effects are given in A.P.1922 Section IX and A.P.837 para. 1308. This para. also gives instructions in the cases of Dominion and Allied personnel.
[underlined] Amendments to this Precis. [/underlined]
[page break]
APPENDIX “A” TO PRECIS ON CASUALTY PROCEDURE
[underlined] DETAILS OF ACTION BY EFFECTS OFFICER. [/underlined]
1. Make complete inventory (5 Copies) listing bulky articles (e.g. Radio, moror [sic] car, bicycle, etc) separately. Give full details of valuable articles.
2. Thorough search for will:-
(i) In case of death, if will found make 3 copies (4 for Dominion personnel) and certify as correct; forward original and one copy to Air Ministry (Accts. 13) Worcester. 1 copy (2 if Dominion) subsequently sent to Colnbrook and one copy retained on unit.
(ii) When casualty “missing” if will found, make one certified copy only. Forward original immediately and certified copy three days later to A.M. (Accts. 13), in each case as secret document by registered post.
(iii) Contents of will must not be divulged. In “missing” cases, not even existence must be disclosed.
(iv) If no will found, inform A.M. (Accts. 13) without delay.
3. Forward any item such as Stock or Share Certificates, Post Office Saving Bank Books, National Savings Certificates, Life Insurance Policies, to A.M. (Accts. 13) by registered post with covering letter, first taking particulars.
4. Retain on station, in charge of Equipment Officer, any bulky articles pending disposal instructions from A.M. or S.C. of A.
5. Return public clothing, equipment, etc. to Stores. In case of airmen aircrew remove flying badge from tunic and include in effects.
6. Return publications, records, maps, etc. to appropriate officers and obtain receipt.
7. Send Flying Log Books to A.M. (Archives) Hayes.
8. Hand cash and stamps to Accountant Officer and obtain receipt in triplicate.
9. Obtain clearance certificate.
10. Food – to be disposed of to colleagues or hospitals.
R.A.A.F. personnel – to R.A.A.F. personnel.
R.C.A.F. “ – to Auxiliary Services, R.C.A.F., 20, Lincoln’s Inn Fields.
11. Clothing Coupons – to nearest Area Collecting Office, Board of Trade.
12. Soiled articles of private clothing to be laundered before despatch.
13. Check and mark inventory to show what items disposed of (e.g. to A.M. (Accts. 13)) and check balance against effects held
14. Hand effects (other than bulky articles) to Equipment Officer, with one copy of inventory for despatch to S.C. of A.
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[underlined] Appendix – contd. [/underlined]
15. Return tradesmen’s bills to senders notifying them of casualty and informing them that address of next of kin can be obtained from A.M. (Accts. 13) but in case of Dominion personnel forward bills to S.C. of A.
16. Inform next of kin of action (except in case of Dominion personnel) and that S.C. of A. will communicate with them at an early date. In case of death (but not missing) indicate whether or not will found. DO NOT send copy of inventory.
17. Prepare Form 1644 for S.Ad.O’s signature and transmission to S.C. of A. Careful compilation of form will ensure that all necessary action taken.
18. Mail received after occurrence of casualty to be re-directed:-
(i) For officers – A.M. (A.R.8)
(ii) For airmen – Records, Gloucester
19. Effects must not be sold or handed over to relatives without authority of A.M. or S.C. of A.
[underlined] Amendments to this Appendix. [/underlined]
[page break]
APPENDIX “B”.
[underlined] SPECIMEN MESSAGE “A” [/underlined]
1. Reporting a flying accident that has just occurred near the unit, involving the unit’s own aircraft.
2. Addressed to:- A.M. (P4 Cas)
Records, Gloucester,
H.Q. 43 Group
No. OX 2 M.U.
A.M. D.P.A.
H.Q. 21 Group
H.Q. Flying Training Command.
3. P.18 2 JAN. SECRET. F.A. PRIORITY: IMMEDIATE.
A. (i) BLENHEIM MK V. K.222.
B. No. 890 SQUADRON
C. NEAR CRANWELL. 1 JAN 2100 HOURS DARK
D. (i) PILOT 055555 P.O. J.H. SMITH, NAV/B 066666 SGT H.J. JONES W/OP./A.G. 077777 SGT. A. BROWN
(ii) ALL KILLED
E. AT CRANWELL
F. NOT KNOWN
G. APPARENT LOSS OF FLYING SPEED IMMEDIATELY AFTER TAKE OFF. ACCIDENTS. YES. 765C YES.
H. CAT. E. SALVAGE YES.
J. NO. OX 2 M.U.
K. SMITH KINFORMED WIFE AND MR. J. SMITH (FATHER) JONES KINFORMED FATHER KINNOT MR. N.E. JONES BROWN KINNOT.
L. M N NOT APPLICABLE
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[underlined] OFFICERS ADVANCED TRAINING SCHOOL
QUESTIONS: CASUALTY PROCEDURE [/underlined]
1. Who notifies next of kin of following, killed in a flying accident at their station in Norfolk:-
(a) F.L. Sykes – next of kin in Yorkshire.
(b) F/Sgt. Bennett – next of kin in Rhodesia.
2. What alternatives are open to a deceased officer’s (or airman’s) next of kin (resident in England), regarding the type of funeral they may choose?
3. Who should send a letter of sympathy to the next of kin of fatal casualties?
4. If a deceased officer or airman’s next of kin resides overseas, what action must be taken immediately arrangements have been made for the funeral?
5. When must the deaths of service personnel be notified to the coroner?
6. May flowers be provided out of public funds? [inserted] NO. [/inserted]
7. On being detailed as Effects Officer what should be your first action? [inserted] SAFETY OF KIT [/inserted]
8. Within what period must private effects of missing or deceased personnel be sent to S.C. of A. [inserted] 14 DAYS [/inserted]
9. What action would you take as Effects Officer if you fail to find a WILL among the effects of a deceased officer or airman?
10. P.O. “W” is reported missing, and the Effects Officer finds a Will. What action should he take regarding it?
11. F.L. “X” is killed in a flying accident, and the Effects Officer finds a Will. What action should he take regarding it?
12. An airman on your unit dies and a private letter addressed to him is subsequently received. How should it be dealt with?
13. How does the S.C. of A. know what bulky items are retained on the station?
14. How should the Effects Officer deal with:-
(a) Flying Log Book?
(b) £3 in notes and 17/6 in silver?
(c) A Bicycle?
(d) Uniform of a sergeant pilot?
(e) P.O. Savings Bank Book?
(f) Civilian suit?
(g) National Savings Certificates?
(h) Wireless Set?
(i) Life Insurance policy?
(j) Personal effects at home of deceased living-out officer?
15. Should the Effects Officer inform the next of kin whether or not a Will has been found?
16. You have been detailed as Effects Officer. Would you send a copy of the inventory to the next of kin?
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[date stamp for No. 1 Officers Advanced Training School Jun 1945]
29(1)E5
[underlined] OFFICERS ADVANCED TRAINING SCHOOL
PRECIS: COURTS OF INQUIRY AND INVESTIGATIONS
PART I – GENERAL [/underlined]
Appendix: Specimen S.R.O. ordering Assembly of Court of Inquiry.
References: K.R. 1310-1322.
A.P. 837, paras. 1347-1359.
[underlined] Objects [/underlined]
1. To investigate any matter on which information required. Ordered by Air Council or an officer commanding any body of the R.A.F. referred to as assembling authority.
[underlined] Types [/underlined]
2. (a) [underlined] Court of Inquiry [/underlined]: composed of President and one or more members.
(b) [underlined] Formal Investigation: [/underlined] by a single officer – in some cases may be ordered in place of C. of I.
(c) [underlined] Summary Investigation [/underlined]: by a single officer – conducted informally by an officer detailed by C.O. to report on certain minor matters.
[underlined] Courts of Inquiry
Composition [/underlined]
3. (a) [underlined] President [/underlined]
(i) Experienced officer not normally below rank of F.L.
(ii) Should not be junior to officer whose conduct of character under inquiry.
(iii) If flying accident being investigated, must be F.L. or above and of G.D. or ex-G.D. branch.
(b) [underlined] Members [/underlined]
(i) Court must have no personal interest in matter under inquiry.
(ii) Where inquiry requires specialist knowledge, e.g. accounts, appropriate specialist should be member or, in case of civilian specialist, e.g. clerk of works, attend to give advice.
(iii) Warrant Officer may be member EXCEPT of court dealing with conduct or character of commissioned officer or circumstances of returned P.O.W.
[underlined] Order for Assembly and Terms of Reference [/underlined]
4. Date, time and place of assembly and terms of reference notified usually in S.R.O.s. Terms of reference to state in detail character of inquiry and nature of findings required.
5. Evidence taken on oath if assembling authority directs; MUST be taken on oath in C. of I. into illegal absence of airman or circumstances of recovered P.O.W.
[underlined] Attendance of Witnesses [/underlined]
6. Service witnesses warned in S.R.O. ordering inquiry. Civilian witnesses cannot be compelled to attend. Should be invited to attend; if they refuse, write requesting statement. During inquiry additional witnesses may be called.
[underlined] Evidence [/underlined]
7. C. of I. not bound by rules of evidence as applied in civil courts. Sole test is relevance; but court should always try to get best evidence.
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8. Court sits in private; evidence given is confidential.
9. Proceedings cannot be used as evidence at C.M.
[underlined] Procedure [/underlined]
10. Witnesses called in one at a time and allowed to sit. (President may permit proceedings to be less formal if it should help witnesses). Proceedings recorded on F. 2 (F.412 for flying accidents.)
[underlined] Recording of Evidence [/underlined]
11. Evidence to be recorded in 1st person narrative form, prefaced by witness’s particulars as under:-
1st Witness No. 1234567, L.A.C. James Smith, Equipment Assistant, S.H.Q., R.A.F. Cranwell (being duly sworn) states:-
I am employed in the clothing store at Cranwell and …………………………………………………………………
Court may question witness and will record relevant details in narrative form, unless special significance attached to exact words of question and answers.
12. Each witness to sign at end of evidence (and foot of each page).
13. Each witness to be numbered; both sides of every sheet to be used. Minimum space to be left between evidence of witnesses.
[underlined] Action when Character of Person Involved [/underlined]
14. Procedure laid down in K.R. 1318. Vitally important that
(a) Person encouraged to be present throughout and given opportunity to:-
(i) Cross examine any witness.
(ii) Make any statement or give evidence
(iii) Call any witnesses.
Fact of his presence or otherwise to be recorded in proceedings.
(b) If court, after hearing all evidence, consider that blame attached to him, he is to be so informed and attention drawn to evidence on which opinion based. Given opportunity of making further statement.
(c) If finding adverse to him, assembling authority to send him copy of proceedings and obtain from him statement giving any reason why he should not be found to blame.
[underlined] Findings [/underlined]
15. Findings recorded on F.2 (or F.412) based on evidence and covering strictly terms of reference, signed by President and members. Pages marked numerically; exhibits alphabetically and attached where possible to proceedings. Proceedings to be sent under confidential cover to C.O.
[underlined] Officers under Instruction [/underlined]
16. To ensure that junior officers gain experience in conducting C. of I., commanders should detail them as officers under instruction (K.R. 64)
[underlined] Formal Investigations [/underlined]
17. General rules and procedure as for C. of I. Points to note:-
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(a) Evidence may NOT be given on oath (A.M.C.O. A.27/42)
(b) W.O. may be detailed to investigate personal injuries or accidental deaths of airmen below warrant rank provided not due to road or transport accidents.
[underlined] Amendments to this Precis [/underlined]
[page break]
APPENDIX TO PRECIS ON COURTS OF INQUIRY AND INVESTIGATIONS
[underlined] SPECIMEN S.R.O. ORDERING ASSEMBLY OF COURT OF INQUIRY [/underlined]
[underlined] COURT OF INQUIRY [/underlined]
The following detail of officers is to assemble in Room 6, Station Headquarters, at 10.00 hours on 16th March, 1945, for the purpose of:-
(a) investigating the circumstance of the loss from the Sergeants’ Mess of a 36 gallon cask of ale between 9th March, 1945 and 11th March, 1945
(b) assessing the value of the loss
(c) attaching responsibility, if any.
President: F.L. J.A. Robinson, M.B.E. (68798), R.A.F. Cranwell
Members: F.O. H.W. Mackenzie (112659) “ “
P.O. K.R. Jones (123654) “ “
Officer under Instruction: P.O. A.J. Baker (129343) “ “
The following witnesses are to attend:-
F.L. B.J. Wright (54345) – Officer i/c Sergeants Mess
W.O. R.S. Thomas (327890) – C.M.C.
554370 F.Sgt. Symes, O.D. – Bar Member
together with any others whom the Court may decide to summon.
( (x) Evidence will be given on Oath.)
The attention of the Court is drawn to K.R. and A.C.I. Ch. XVIII, Sect. I (particularly para. 1318) and A.P. 837, Sect. 51. Proceedings are to be forwarded to the Commanding Officer under confidential cover.
Note: (x) If directed by assembling authority.
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[underlined] OFFICERS ADVANCED TRAINING SCHOOL
COURTS OF INQUIRY AND INVESTIGATIONS: QUESTIONS [/underlined]
1. When may a Warrant Officer [underlined] NOT [/underlined] be a member of a Court of Inquiry? [inserted] P.O.W. or senior rank or equal [/inserted]
2. When is evidence taken on oath at a Court of Inquiry?
3. During the hearing of the evidence at a Court of Inquiry it becomes apparent that the character or conduct of an officer or airman is affected. As President, what would be your immediate action?
4. What forms are used for recording the findings of Courts of Inquiry into (a) flying accidents (b) all other Courts of Inquiry.
5. Where will witnesses sign their evidence at a Court of Inquiry?
6. Can a Court of Inquiry accept hearsay evidence?
7. Can a witness at a Court of Inquiry be ordered to answer a question where the answer might incriminate him?
8. How should (a) exhibits and (b) pages, be marked?
9. You are detailed in S.R.O’s to carry out a Formal Investigation on oath. Comment on this.
10. You cannot compel a civilian witness to attend at a Court of Inquiry. What action do you take to procure his evidence?
11. An officer or airman whose character or conduct is affected, is present at a Court of Inquiry. What courses are open to him to refute the evidence against him?
12. What is the test of admissibility of evidence at a Court of Inquiry?
13. F/Sgt. Green has sustained injuries in a road accident. Can a Warrant Officer sit on a Court of Inquiry into the matter?
14. S.L. Brown is P.S.I. A Court of Inquiry is being held into the accounts of the Service Institute. What should be the rank of the President of the Court of Inquiry?
15. A Court of Inquiry is being held into suspected irregularities in the accounts of the officers’ mess. What two considerations affect the composition of the Court?
16. A civilian witness on being invited to attend a Court of Inquiry asks if he will get any expenses. What would be your answer?
17. A Court of Inquiry is being assembled to inquire into a flying accident. What should be the branch and lowest rank of the President?
18. Has a Court of Inquiry power to (a) admit liability (b) compromise a claim by a third party?
19. Would you use a separate sheet of paper for the evidence of each witness?
20. You are a member of a Court of Inquiry. You disagree with the findings reached by the President and other members. What may you do?
[page break]
29(2)E5
[underlined] OFFICERS ADVANCED TRAINING SCHOOL
PRECIS: COURTS OF INQUIRY (PART 2)
INQUIRIES PRESENTING SPECIAL FEATURES [/underlined]
References:- K.R. Chap. XVII, Sec. 1 (as modified by A.M.Os quoted), A.P. 837, Sec. 51.
[underlined] Flying Accidents (not directly caused by Enemy Action [/underlined])
[underlined] Importance of Careful Investigation [/underlined]
1. Investigations into flying accidents serve following purposes:-
(a) [underlined] Main Purpose [/underlined]: To discover cause with view to preventing similar occurrences.
(b) [underlined] Subsidiary purposes [/underlined]: To ascertain:-
(i) Details of injuries or time and cause of death.
(ii) Damage to airframe and engines.
(iii) If any negligence or lack of discipline.
Need to conduct investigations thoroughly and in ordered manner and to arrive at findings fully by evidence cannot be emphasised too strongly. When detailed to investigate flying accident, study A.M.O. A.1348/43.
[underlined] Reporting Action [/underlined]
2. (a) Signal Message “A” (A.P. 1922)
(b) Report on F.765 C (A.M.O. A.1348/43) amended by A.523/44, A.190/45 and A.267/45.
[underlined] Inquiry Action [/underlined]
3. Appropriate type of inquiry (Proceedings on F.412) will be ordered by A.O.C. Group to which aircraft belongs.
(a) When any person killed or injured and detained in sick quarters for more than 48 hours.
(b) If evidence of negligence
(c) When circumstances doubtful
(d) If considered advisable.
A.O.C. decides whether Court of Inquiry or Formal Investigation appropriate. May dispense with either if summary of evidence, but F.412 to be completed and copy of summary of evidence attached.
[underlined] Composition of Court [/underlined]
4. Limited number of permanent presidents or investigating officers established to handle inquire into more serious cases. Technical or specialist officers detailed to assist where appropriate. Inspector from A.I.B. may be present.
[underlined] Conduct of Inquiry [/underlined]
5. Court should study A.P. 837 Sec. 51, particularly paras. 1360 and 1365. Appropriate remedial action can be taken only if proceedings conducted properly.
/Contd…..
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[underlined] Common Errors in Proceedings [/underlined]
6. (a) Assuming higher authority possesses local knowledge, e.g. referring to aircraft as “A for Able” instead of “Anson V.6024”, or using expressions such as “low flying area”.
(b) Not visiting scene of accident and examining wreckage.
(c) Not inspecting relevant documents, e.g. Log Books of crew as well as pilots, R/T Log Books, D/F Log Books, etc.
(d) Not including proper plan of scene.
(e) Not calling in specialist when Court does not possess specialist knowledge, e.g. Flying Control, Signals etc.
(f) Not including all aircraft involved.
(g) Not attaching weather report or forecast, and confusing the two.
(h) Not ascertaining whether pilot conversant with “Pilot’s Notes”, and whether these amended to date.
(i) Including time of flight in para. 6 of F.412.
(j) Not drawing correct conclusions from evidence or not seeing that findings are supported by evidence. (If conflict of evidence which cannot be clarified, court should indicate which evidence accepted and why).
[underlined] Service M.T. Accidents
Reporting Action [/underlined]
7. All claims by or against 3rd parties dealt with by Claims Commission. Every accident, wherever it occurs and whether or not 3rd party involved, to be reported to A.D. Claims of area in which Station located. Also bicycle accidents, if 3rd party involved.
8. Accident Report Form (F.446) in triplicate and sent within 24 hours. Distribution:- A.D. Claims, Group, Unit file. F.446 to state whether C. of I. or Formal Investigation to be held, if so, whether copy of police report or statement of any civilian involved or civilian witness required. [underlined] Under no circumstances is Court or Investigating Officer to attempt to obtain those except through A.D. Claims. [/underlined]
[underlined] Inquiry Action [/underlined]
9. O. of I. [sic] or Formal Investigation need be held only in circumstances set out in A.M.O. A.475/42.
[underlined] Conduct of Inquiry [/underlined]
10. Following points to be investigated:-
(a) Accuracy of F.446.
(b) Whether evidence of unauthorised or improper use of vehicle, including deviation from authorised route.
(c) Whether service driver authorised to drive.
(d) Whether accident due to mechanical defect.
/Contd…
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10 Contd…
(e) Whether speed regulations complied with. (References: A.475/42 amended by A.175/43, A.914/43 and A.1066/44).
[underlined] Accidental or Self inflicted Deaths or Injuries (Service Personnel)
Reporting Action [/underlined]
11. F.551 raised and 2 copies sent to Air Ministry, P.4 (Cas) whatever the cause (except enemy action) if:-
(a) Death
(b) Absence from duty 48 hours or more
(c) When M.O. advises that there may be later disability.
[underlined] Inquiry Action [/underlined]
12. C of I. or F.I.; C.O. may substitute Summary Investigation where death or injury occurred on leave or pass and civil authority held inquiry.
[underlined] Conduct of Inquiry [/underlined]
13. Proceedings to show:
(a) Whether on or off duty
(b) Whether injured person to blame (N.B. Where only evidence that of injured person, Court should not express opinion, but C.O. must do so.)
(c) In case of road or rail accidents whether travelling between residence and place of duty.
(d) Indication of extent of injury though copy of F.551 not to be included.
14. When injury arose through fault of some other person, (e.g. knocked down by Civilian motor-car):-
(a) Evidence and finding to deal with negligence of 3rd party.
(b) Inquiry to show whether injured person intends to claim compensation, and if not, why not.
(References: K.R. 2312 and 2323, modified by A.M.O’s A.337/40, A.473/41 A.1177/42.)
[underlined] Fires (including Enemy Action)
Reporting Action [/underlined]
15. (a) Signal Group and A.M. (ARP (FS)) if damage £100 or over or anyone killed or injured; otherwise letter.
(b) If property requisitioned or leased, notify Superintending Engineer.
(c) If arson suspected, notify Regional A.P.M.
(d) If 3rd party claims received, forward to A.M. (W.6).
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[underlined] Inquiry Action [/underlined]
16. (a) C. of I. held if damage £100 or over. (£25 in case of requisitioned or leased premises).
(b) Otherwise Formal Investigation held unless:-
(i) C. of I. thought necessary by C.O. or A.O.C.
(ii) Damage small, when report by officer may be substituted.
[underlined] Composition of Court of Inquiry [/underlined]
17. Normal rules apply, but:-
(a) If buildings damaged, superintending engineer should be asked to send representative.
(b) If action of W.A.A.F. personnel concerned, W.A.A.F. officer should be member.
(c) Representative of A.M. (A.R.P. (F.S.)) or (by invitation) local fire force commander may attend.
[underlined] Conduct of Inquiry [/underlined]
18. For procedure and findings, study A.177/43 amended by A.336/43 and A.601/43.
Special points to note:-
(a) Inspect scene
(b) Investigate efficiency of Unit fire services and co-operation with N.F.S.
(c) Investigate extent of damage, cause of and responsibility for fire.
(d) Attach sketch of any structure involved, showing:-
(i) Nearest Hydrants
(ii) Lay-out of contents
(iii) Area and presumed point of origin of fire.
(e) Annex copy of Station Fire Orders.
[underlined] Losses of and Damage to Equipment
Reporting Action [/underlined]
19. (a) If outside C.O’s power of write-off, report to Group.
(b) If theft suspected, report to station police and D.A.P.M.
[underlined] Inquiry Action [/underlined]
20. If within C.O’s power of write-off, type of inquiry at C.O’s discretion; otherwise A.O.C. decides.
/Contd…
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[underlined] Conduct of Inquiry [/underlined]
21. Proceedings to show:-
(a) Date loss or damage discovered and value.
(b) To whom, by whom and when loss or damage reported.
(c) Action taken on report.
(d) Persons responsible for equipment, whether periodical checks made, etc. (Refer to A.P. 830)
(e) Whether any person to blame.
(f) When theft suspected, whether reported to Station police and D.A.P.M.
(References: A.1058/43 amended by A.174/44; K.R. App. VI, K.R. 1332).
[underlined] Absence without leave (Airmen and Airwomen) [/underlined]
22. C. of I. held when airman absent 21 clear consecutive days, excluding day absence began and day Court assembles. (When airman due to report at 23.59 hours, absence begins at 00.01 hours on following day), e.g.:-
(a) Airman due back at 2300 hours 1.3.44: Court assembles not before 23.3.44.
(b) Airman due back at 2359 hours 1.3.44: Court assembles not before 24.3.44.
[underlined] Evidence MUST be on oath [/underlined]
23. Object of C. of I. to inquire into:-
(a) Absence of airman.
(b) Deficiencies (if any) of kit, tools, etc. and value.
24. Court must obtain evidence that:-
(a) Airman absented himself on certain date, is still absent and has been absent throughout period.
(b) (i) Inventory of kit taken when absence discovered.
(ii) Which items then deficient.
(iii) Whether any since recovered.
(iv) Value of items deficient.
25. If no Deficiency List (F.1383) found, Court entitled to assume airman has been kitted to scale. Deficient articles assessed at 75 percent of vocabulary rate, unless evidence value greater or less.
26. Court’s findings MUST be in form of declaration in Note 3 to R.P. 125.
/Contd…
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27. C.O. enters and signs exact record of declaration in F.161 (Record of Illegal Absentees). Adjutant notifies Records and R.A.F. Police Headquarters.
28. If absentee surrenders or apprehended, C.O. should deal summarily with any final deficiency of kit on return (subject to airman’s right to elect trial by C.M.), leaving charge of desertion or absence without leave to C.M.
References: A.F.A. Sec. 72; R.P. 125).
[underlined] Amendments to this Precis: [/underlined]
[page break]
[underlined] OFFICERS ADVANCED TRAINING SCHOOL
QUESTIONS: COURTS OF INQUIRY – PART 2 [/underlined]
1. A flying accident occurs:
(a) In what circumstances should a C. of I. or Formal Investigation be held?
(b) Who decides whether either necessary and what R.A.F. form guides him in reaching his decision?
2. Who should be President of C. of I. into flying accident?
3. What form is used for proceedings of C. of I. into flying accidents?
4. To what authorities and on what Form is a Service M.T. accident reported?
5. You are conducting a formal investigation into a M.T. accident. You require (a) a copy of the Police report, (b) evidence of a civilian witness. How should these be obtained?
6. You are conducting a formal investigation into injuries sustained by A.C. Jones. The only evidence available is that of Jones himself. What rule is there with regard to your findings?
7. A fire – damage estimated to exceed £100 – occurs in a requisitioned building at your station. Arson is suspected. To whom should the fire be reported or notified?
8. Certain articles of R.A.F. equipment are missing and are believed to have been stolen. To whom should the matter be reported?
9. Who decides whether a C. of I. or formal Investigation into the loss of R.A.F. equipment is necessary?
10. A.C. Jones fails to return from pass expiring at 23.59 hours on 17th April, 1944. What is the earliest date on which C. of I. may assemble?
11. If, in the last question, the order for the assembly of the C. of I. was delayed until 15th May, and A.C. Jones returned on 14th May, need it then be held?
12. Can there be a formal investigation into illegal absence?
13. What are the main points to be incorporated into the terms of reference of a C. of I. into illegal absence?
14. At a C. of I. into illegal absence, how is the value of deficient items of kit assessed?
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[date stamp of No. 1 Officers Advanced Training School JUN 1945]
32A5
OFFICERS ADVANCED TRAINING SCHOOL
[underlined] PRECIS: DISCUSSION GROUPS [/underlined]
[underlined] References: [/underlined] A.M.O’s. A.871/41, A.787/42, A.1115/43, A.942/44.
Publications: “Target”, A.B.C.A. Handbook and Pamphlets “War” and “Current Affairs”.
“British Survey”, Weekly War Commentary.
[underlined] The Principal Aim of Discussion Groups [/underlined]
1. To promote Service efficiency in War and capability as a citizen in peace.
[underlined] Summary of Aims [/underlined]
2. (a) To improve the efficiency and morale of the Service by furthering a clear understanding between officers and men.
(b) To foster the national morale by giving a clear idea of what we are fighting against and what we are fighting for.
(c) The meaning of total war, propaganda, political structure, democracy.
(d) To relieve boredom and to foster mental alertness, self-confidence and self-expression.
(e) To prepare Service personnel for the responsibilities of citizenship on return to civil life by:-
(i) Organised free speech and discussion.
(ii) Understanding the other man’s point of view.
(iii) Improving the standards of criticism and discussion.
(iv) Studying the problems and issues of the day.
[underlined] Advantages over other Methods [/underlined]
3. (a) The lecture-room atmosphere is absent.
(b) Each individual is encouraged to take an active part in the discussion and not to be merely a member of a passive audience.
(c) The Leader of the discussion and the members of the Group are learning at the same time.
(d) Discussion teaches impartiality and tolerance, the ability to weigh up statements and arguments, articulation, self-confidence, thinking quickly and a critical but fair attitude.
[underlined] Organisation [/underlined]
4. (a) Discussion Groups are now compulsory and may be held during working hours. (A.M.O. A.1115/43).
(b) Short courses on current affairs at University centres.
(c) R.A.F. School of Discussion Groups Method (an excellent course)
……../Cont…..
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(d) Various organisations exist in different Commands for giving assistance in running Discussion Groups and recording the opinions expressed. Get in touch with these through the Station Education Officer.
(e) Lectures on Current Affairs supplied by Regional Committees appointed by Central Advisory Council for Adult Education in H.M. Forces (A.M.O. A.871/41).
Payment of Lecturers (A.M.O’s. A.209/42, A.787/42, A.1016/44).
[underlined] Hints on the Technique of running, guiding and leading Discussion Groups [/underlined]
5. (a) A Discussion Group should consist of approximately 20 members.
(b) Select the most comfortable room available – seat the members in a semi-circle – create a friendly and informal atmosphere – permit smoking – let members sit when speaking – relax in body, but not in mind. Inculcate a spirit of free discussion – avoid educational or academic atmosphere.
(c) The duration of meetings should not exceed one hour.
(d) Begin meetings by reading the message by the Chief of the Air Staff appearing in each number of “Target”.
(e) Choose subjects for discussion which are not too abstruse or difficult – at first the more simple the better – subjects chosen should be concrete and of real interest to the members, e.g. “Should sweepstakes be legalised in this country to aid and finance hospitals”, “What is the basis of a happy marriage”. Tend to keep subjects topical and controversial, e.g. “The chain store versus the small or privately-owned business”.
(f) Avoid subjects on religious and racial topics or those which lead to political or Service arguments such as criticism of Service discipline.
(g) Choose the Group Leader and the subject for discussion at least 14 days before the meeting is to be held. At the preceding meeting is a very good time.
(h) The Group Leader should be prepared to open the discussion by speaking on the subject chosen for say from 5 to 10 minutes – and define the headings under which he wishes the discussion directed. Here is an example:
SUBJECT: Should the W.A.A.F. be an integral part of the post-war organisation of the R.A.F.
HEADINGS: (i) Should the R.A.F. be open to women as a career.
(ii) Is a woman qualified by education, physique and temperament to take up a Service career.
(iii) Would such a career be of benefit to women.
(iv) Would the opening of the Service as a career for women prove of benefit to the Service.
The Group Leader should control the discussion and keep it within the bounds of the headings – but he must be tactful and impartial. He should try to draw all members of the Group into the discussion by inviting their views – pass the ball of discussion from one to another and interfere as little as possible, consistent with keeping control. Avoid denying or contradicting flatly, statements made. Encourage the timorous speaker.
………/Cont………
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(j) The Group leader should give a brief summing-up of what has been said at the discussion, and announce quite impartially what decisions have been reached. A brief survey should be given of the conflicting points of view. Judicial verdicts by a majority of votes are to be avoided.
Amendments to this Precis:
[page break]
[underlined] DISCUSSION GROUPS – QUESTIONS [/underlined]
1. What publication has been produced by the R.A.F. specifically to help discussion group leaders?
2. What other publications might be useful?
3. Why are discussion groups likely to make an airman of greater value to the service?
4. Why should the service be interested in training an airman to take his place as a citizen after the war?
5. In a lecture the audience is passive and under no obligation to take an interest in the proceedings. How does the discussion group method overcome this disadvantage?
6. Would ‘The R.A.F. Officer To-day’ be a good subject for discussion by airmen?
7. Why would the one word ‘Russia’ be an unsatisfactory subject?
8. What should the leader do if one of his group makes an obviously stupid statement?
9. What procedure should be used with an inexperienced group?
10. Why is it necessary to be very precise in stating the subject for discussion?
11. What courses are now available for those engaged in running discussion groups?
12. What help would you expect to receive from a regional committee of the Central Advisory Council for Adult Education in H.M. Forces?
13. Where would you find the regulations for the payment of outside lecturers?
14. Why is it advisable to announce the subject in advance?
15. A.M.O. A.1115/43 lays down that discussion groups will be compulsory, but what other regulation does it introduce to alleviate disadvantage of compulsion?
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[date stamp of No. 1 Officers Advanced Training School Jun 1945]
15E5
[underlined] OFFICERS ADVANCED TRAINING SCHOOL
PRECIS: P.3
DOCUMENTATION: POSTING [/underlined]
References: A.P. 837 Section 56
A.P. 1301 War Manual
K.R.L Chap. XXIX and XXX, Sect. VIII.
Appendix: P.3 Subjects – Index.
[underlined] DOCUMENTATION [/underlined]
[underlined] Purpose [/underlined]
1. (a) To record service history of airmen and airwomen
(b) Place C.O. in possession of airman’s record.
[underlined] List of Service Documents [/underlined]
2. (a) F.1580 Airmen’s/Airwomen’s Record Sheet ([underlined] Active Service [/underlined])
(b) F.121 General Conduct Sheet
(c) F.48 Medical History Envelope – Maintained by Medical Officer
(d) F.678B Leave Card (Filed as trade index)
(e) F.1788 Record of Ground Defence Training
(f) F.445A Cover for airman’s service documents (envelope)
(g) F.373 Officer’s Record Card )
(h) F.5000 Aircrew Training Reports ) airmen aircrew only
(i) F.64 Pay Book – held by airman.
N.B. Record Office maintain certain documents other than the above to record much of the same information.
[underlined] Forms 28 – Documents Record and Alphabetical Index Card [/underlined]
3. To ensure that airmen’s documents are maintained accurately and transmitted promptly Form 28 introduced in 1943. System explained fully in A.P. 837 Section 56.
[underlined] Filing of Forms 28 [/underlined]
4. (a) A Form 28 is completed for each airman or airwoman on arrival at a unit and filed as follows:-
Set A Airman arrived – no documents received
Set B Airman and documents arrived
Set C Airman posted away – documents still held
Set D Airman posted away – documents despatched
(Cards destroyed after 12 months)
(b) Sets A and C are scrutinised daily by N.C.O. i/c Orderly Room.
[underlined] Hastening of Documents using Set A [/underlined]
5. (a) After 10 days F.2037 to airman’s previous unit
(b) After 21 days F.145 to own Group Headquarters.
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[underlined] Check by C.O. (A.P. 837 Appendix para. 1702) [/underlined]
6. (a) Check set A and ensure F.2037 or F.145 despatched promptly
(b) Check set Card D, and ensure documents despatched within 48 hours.
[underlined] Form 1580 Airman’s/Airwoman’s Record Sheet (Active Service) [/underlined]
7. Most important document affecting airmen’s service. Special points to note:-
(a) [underlined] Next of Kin [/underlined] C.O’s must ensure that arrangements exist to keep addresses of next of kin up to date, e.g. on Pay Parade when airman’s Forms 1250 (R) are checked.
Next of kin is to be checked (verbally) on 30th June each year.
[underlined] Character and Trade Assessments [/underlined]
8. (a) C.O’s responsibility (may delegate to officers not below S.L. or Sq. O.) – should consult adjutant, subordinate commander or any officer having special knowledge of individual. Assessments must be made justly and with proper deliberation
(b) Assist C.Os. in preparing F.1394 – Brief Statement of service and Certificate of Discharge.
[underlined] Character Assessments [/underlined] (See K.R. 2140)
9. (a) Consider entries on F.121 General Conduct Sheet
(b) General character
(c) Effect of certain character assessments on G.C.Bs ‘Long Service and Good Conduct Medal’ etc.
(d) [underlined] Terms Used Abbreviation Brief Explanation [/underlined]
(i) Very Good V.G. Normal assessment for good behaviour
(ii) Very Good (Star) V.G. [symbol] (Awarded so that [underlined] ONE [/underlined] slip does not spoil an otherwise un-blemished record)
(iii) Good ) In Full Detention up to 20 days )
(iv) Fair ) In Full Detention 21 – 60 days )
(v) Indifferent ) In Full Detention 61 or more )
(vi) Bad ) In Full Discretion )
For these detention awards C.O. may not award higher assessment than shown. Details K.R. 2140.
[underlined] Trade Assessments [/underlined]
10. (a) Made under two headings
(i) A – Skill in trade (up to Cpl in ground trades) or aircrew category (for airmen aircrew)
(ii) B – Ability as N.C.O. and supervisor.
[page break]
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[underlined] Examples [/underlined]
[heading] Rank – Character – Trade – Proficiency A – Proficiency B – Date [/heading]
AC2 – V.G. – Clark G.D. – Sat – [blank] – 31 Dec. 44
Cpl – V.G. – Cook – Supr. – Sat – -..-
Sgt. – V.G. – Fitter II (E) – [blank] - Supr. – -..-
F/Sgt – V.G. – Air Bomber – Supr. – Sat – -..-
(b) [heading] [underlined] Terms Used – Abbreviations – Brief Explanation [/underlined] [/heading]
(i) Exceptional – Ex – Sparingly – See K.R. 2141 (4)
(ii) Superior – Supr. – Above average
(iii) Satisfactory – Sat. – Average
(iv) Moderate – Mod – Below average – slightly
(v) Inferior – Inf. – Well below average.
[underlined] Assessments when made [/underlined] (Complete list A.P. 837 para. 3060)
11. (a) Important Annual Assessment on 31 Dec is notified to Record Office on F.483A for entry in permanent records
(b) As soon as possible after 31st December all airmen and airwomen should see their annual assessments (Notice in S.R.Os).
[underlined] POSTING [/underlined]
[underlined] Authority for Postings [/underlined]
12. All posting of airmen and airwomen ([underlined] other than aircrew [/underlined]) is done by Record Office except within overseas commands.
[underlined] Points to Watch [/underlined]
13. [underlined] Home [/underlined] (Complete diary of action A.P. 837 para. 1266) [inserted] A 797/43 [/inserted]
(a) C.O. not to question but may represent circumstances
(b) Documents to be despatched within 48 hours
(c) Kit to scale or issue Deficiency List – F.1383.
[underlined] Overseas [/underlined] (Complete diary of action A.P. 837 para. 1286)
14. (a) Notification is in two stages:-
(i) P.W.R. (Preliminary Warning Roll) 4 – 6 weeks beforehand if possible.
(ii) Detail for “actual draft” giving date and place of assembly (Personnel Despatch Centre), sometimes at short notice.
(b) Compassionate appeals – C.O. must not withdraw individual but should represent circumstances on receipt of P.W.R. [inserted] R.O.M. 27/45 [/inserted]
(c) Kit to [underlined] home [/underlined] scale – P.D.C. kit to overseas scale only
(d) Certificate of Preparation – taken by hand of senior airman on the draft and confirms action re (b) and (c) above, and medical fitness and pay (F.64)
(e) Documents [underlined] MUST [/underlined] reach P.D.C. not later than the day on which airmen arrive
(f) Airwomen
(i) Only volunteers sent overseas
(ii) Before C.O. recommends applicants to Record Officer they must have medical exam.
(iii) C.O. should scrutinise F.121 to ensure they are of good character.
[inserted] M.E. ROM 80/44
SEAC ROM 111/44
WE ROM 124/44 [/inserted]
[underlined] Amendments to this Precis: [/underlined]
[page break]
APPENDIX “A” TO PRECIS NO. 15
[underlined] OFFICERS ADVANCED TRAINING SCHOOL
P.3 SUBJECTS – INDEX [/underlined]
[table]
[page break]
[underlined] OFFICERS ADVANCED TRAINING SCHOOL
QUESTIONS: PRECIS P.3 PART I. [/underlined]
1. Who retains the Medical History envelope on a station?
2. How would you ensure that all next of kin entries of the Unit were up-to-date
3. In section 2 of the airman’s Record Sheet you will find a column headed “authority”. To what authority does this refer? [inserted] PDR. Number. [/inserted]
4. When inspecting your orderly room what would you deduce if you saw that Set C of forms 28 was fairly full?
5. Who should see an airman’s documents when they arrive at his new Unit?
6. Who makes the character and trade assessments?
7. Is ‘Indifferent’ a character or trade assessment?
8. What is the purpose of V.G. [symbol]?
9. Trade assessments are made under two headings A and B. What does each mean?
10. If in your flight you had a sergeant air bomber who had a basic trade of equipment assistant under what headings would you assess him?
11. What proficiency assessment would you give a steady average airman?
12. How do Record Office know what assessments you give airmen?
13. How does an airman learn his annual assessment?
14. Can a C.O. attach an airman on a course?
15. How soon should documents be despatched if an airman is posted
(a) to another unit at home
(b) to a P.D.C. prior to embarkation?
16. Who posts airmen on the ground staff?
17. Can a C.O. stop a Record Office posting?
18. If an airwoman volunteers for overseas service what must the C.O. do?
19. How much embarkation leave is an airman entitled to when his name appears on the Preliminary Warning Roll?
20. What is a Certificate of Preparation?
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[date stamp of No. 1 Officers Advanced Training School Jun 1945]
13A5
[underlined] OFFICERS ADVANCED TRAINING SCHOOL [/underlined]
PRECIS: EQUIPMENT PROCEDURE AND [underlined] ACCOUNTING (1) [/underlined]
References: K.R. 42 and 72. A.P. 837 Sections 7, 8 & 9.
Appendix 4 Schedules D and E.
A.M.Os. A.736/43, A.599/43.
[underlined] Responsibility and Control [/underlined]
1. (a) It is not always appreciated that the Station Commander is directly responsible for all items of equipment on his Station. To help him, he has the Equipment Officer and his S. Ad. O. (K.R. 42, 72) – Necessity for efficient inspection of Stores.
(b) Two systems of equipment accounting in force. Normal or ‘B’ system and ‘C’ system to meet operational requirements. Under ‘C’ system records have to be maintained of some 50 attractive items only.
(c) A.P. 830 Vol. 111 lays down scales of issue of R.A.F. equipment as do War Equipment Schedules.
[underlined] Identification of Stores [/underlined]
2. Some 800,000 different items of Equipment are listed in A.P. 1086 (Priced Vocabulary) – Some 40 Sections in A.P. 1086, e.g. Sec. 21 deals with all barrack equipment. Sections further subdivided into main generic headings, e.g. Sec. 21B deals with all wooden barrack equipment, while 21C deals with all metal barrack equipment. Each item of Equipment identified by Section, reference number and official description e.g. 14C/959, Aircraft Recognition, Lancaster. Note position with regard to non-standard items of equipment i.e. N.I.V. items.
[underlined] Classification of Stores [/underlined]
3. Stores classified into three. ‘A’ technical stores which cannot be graded by E.O. and are not rendered valueless by fair wear and tear; ‘B’ non-technical stores which can be graded by E.O. and become practically valueless when worn out through fair wear and tear; ‘C‘ expendable stores which are consumed in use. Note difference in accounting action for ‘C’ class stores.
[underlined] Categorisation of Stores [/underlined]
4. Stores are categorised under headings A, B, C, D and E. Such categorisation takes place on internal movement within the Store and on return to Store by user. All stores should, and technical stores [underlined] must [/underlined], be categorised on return to Store. (A.736/43).
[underlined] Forms in Use [/underlined]
5. Internal movement of Stores effected by Forms 673, 674, 675 and 21. Essential they are correctly filled in. Note difference under the ‘C’ system of equipment accounting.
[underlined] Accounting [/underlined]
6. All “A” and “B” class stores are placed on charge. The following forms are used:-
(a) F. 37 (inventory) which is made up from the Articles-in-Use Ledger. An inventory holder should be careful that all transactions are pencilled in immediately on F. 37.
/Contd……..
[page break]
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[underlined] Accounting Contd. [/underlined]
See that it is made up to date as required. Do snap percentage checks frequently and keep a note of them. The loaning of items on a F. 6 [deleted] 88 [/deleted] [inserted] 68 [/inserted] does not absolve the inventory holder from responsibility for the equipment.
(b) F. 667. Civilian Clothing Card. Held by Accountant Officer.
(c) F. 667B. Flying Clothing Card. Held by individual. If lost individual presumed to have complete kit. A.M.Os. lay down which items may be held on charge by this method.
(d) F. 22. Seldom used owing to new procedure laid down in A.M.O. A.5 [deleted] 9 [/deleted] [inserted] 3 [/inserted] 9/43 which lays down that equipment in Sects. 21B, 21C, are no longer accounted for except in messes, then under the same generic heading.
(e) F. 108. Used for receipt of equipment on temporary loan from stores.
(f) F. 464. Issues and withdrawals, airframes and M.T.
[underlined] Amendment to this precis [/underlined]
[page break]
[underlined] OFFICERS ADVANCED TRAINING SCHOOL
EQUIPMENT PROCEDURE AND ACCOUNTING (1) QUESTIONS [/underlined]
1. Who is responsible for the equipment on a station?
2. How is the issue of equipment controlled in the R.A.F.?
3. Whence would you obtain the scale of equipment issuable for furnishing flight office?
4. From which publication would you obtain the correct Section and reference number of an item of equipment?
5. Why was the “C” system of accounting introduced into the R.A.F.?
6. Briefly, what are the differences between the “C” system and normal equipment procedure?
7. How are stores classified?
8. What are the differences between the classifications?
9. Which classifications of stores are held on charge?
10. How are stores categorised?
11. What are the methods of holding equipment on charge?
12. What is the difference between Form 668 and 108?
13. Which sections of barrack stores are no longer accounted for generally?
14. Under what conditions are the sections referred to in Q. 13, accounted for?
15. Presuming you lost your inventory, how could you find out what items of equipment were on your charge?
[page break]
[underlined] OFFICERS ADVANCED TRAINING SCHOOL
PRECIS: EQUIPMENT PROCEDURE AND ACCOUNTING (2) [/underlined]
References:- Appendix “A” – List of itmes [sic] officers may obtain on prepayment.
A.P. 830, Vol. 1. A.P. 837, Sects. 7, 8, 9.
K.R. & A.C.I. Paras. 1332, 2536, 2545, Appendix VI.
A.M.O. A.200/42.
[underlined] Passing of Forms [/underlined]
1. Register to be kept of vouchers in the unit. Passed to stores for action. Triplicate (where used – note the “C” system) retained by inventory holder. Original kept by Equipment Officer and items posted on F. 1640 (Stock Record Card.) Duplicate returned to holder who checks against triplicate, signs as Flight or Section Commander receiving, then forwards it to stores accounts. Original, when action completed, forwarded to Stores Accounts by Equipment Section. Stores Accounts check original and duplicate and enter in A.-in-U. Ledger. Exception with F. 673.
[underlined] Loss of Equipment [/underlined]
2. Excluding fair wear and tear, losses must be paid for in one of three ways – individual charge, collective charge or written off, i.e. the Public pays.
N.B. Each loss must be fully investigated.
(a) [underlined] Individual charge [/underlined] – Either F. 664B action (plus F. 674 to replace lost item), if individual is willing to make good the loss and no disciplinary action is considered necessary; or charge the individual and remand to C.O. who may (subject to right to elect trial by Court Martial) take such disciplinary action and award such penal deduction as he thinks fit, (within prescribed limits.) Note that F. 664B action is voluntary. If individual does not accept the loss, he must be charged and dealt with. A.F.A. Section 138 (3) for airmen and Section 137 (4) for officers. See also K.R. 1332 and A.P. 837 para. 337.
(b) [underlined] Collective charge [/underlined] – Unless individuals voluntarily agree to a collective charge, such charge can only be made for barrack damages (including barrack equipment). A.F.A. 138 (4) (a).
(c) [underlined] Write off [/underlined] – Court of Inquiry or Investigation usually held if loss is serious. Accountant Officer forwards recommendation to C.O. on F. 34. Powers of write-off detailed in K.R. Appendix VI. If outside scope of C.O’s powers, referred by him to Higher Authority with a recommendation.
[underlined] Casual and Local Purchases [/underlined]
3. (a) Units, if self-accounting, or stations may make casual purchases up to £25 per month. Certificate to be attached to bills to the effect that they were necessary. Casual purchase of stationery restricted to £3 per month, excluding office machinery.
(b) Local purchasing powers extended up to £100 for any single purchase. Power vested in C.-in-C. of a command up to this amount, without tender in cases of extreme urgency. This power may be delegated to senior staff officer of equipment branch. Group Commander has local purchase powers up to £20 under the same conditions. Stations have no such power and must refer to higher authority. A.M.O. A.200/42.
/Contd………
[page break]
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[underlined] Clothing [/underlined]
4. Scale laid down in Form 1870A and A.P. 830 Vol. 111 C. F. 1383 used to show any deficiencies in this scale. Necessity for economy. Kit inspections to be held at least every three months (K.R. 2545). Some Commands have reduced this period and have included such occasions as ‘on posting’. Flight Commander’s responsibilities (K.R. 2536).
5. Good kit inspections essential – uniform layout of kit – and all men present. Inspecting officer must know what to look for. Particular attention to F. 1383, F. 575, laundry, F. 667B, cleanliness of clothing and good repair.
6. Certain items of airman’s type clothing may be bought by Officers on prepayment. F. 603 or F. 664B. Coupons required. Purchase Tax and departmental expenses added to the prices (see Appendix ‘A’). N.A.A.F.I. also sell certain items of clothing for officers.
[underlined] Amendments to this Precis. [/underlined]
[page break]
[underlined] OFFICERS ADVANCED TRIANING SCHOOL.
QUESTIONS: EQUIPMENT PROCEDURE AND ACCOUNTING (2) [/underlined]
1. Does the Form 673 involve A-in-U Ledger action?
2. What are the three things to remember to put in to the last column of a F. 674?
3. What are the methods of accounting for losses of equipment?
4. What is the form used for writing off equipment?
5. What are the maximum powers of “write-off” of a C.O.?
6. Presume that a loss is beyond the C.Os power to write off, what is the procedure?
7. When an individual pays for a loss what is the form used?
8. Who can order an airmen [sic] to pay for losses?
9. Who can order an officer to pay for losses?
10. Are all units allowed to spend up to £25 per month on casual purchases?
11. What is the maximum permitted for the casual purchase of stationery?
12. What are the local purchase powers of a station?
13. Where would you find the scale of kit for airmen?
14. How often should kit inspections be held?
15. Who is responsible for seeing that an airman’s kit is in good order?
[page break]
APPENDIX “A” TO PRECIS ON EQUIPMENT (2)
[underlined] ISSUES ON PREPAYMENT TO OFFICERS [/underlined]
[table detailing: references; description; prices including tax; number of coupons; on the cost of items of clothing and other items]
[page break]
[continuation table as previous page]
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[date stamp of No 1 Officers Advanced Training School JUN 1945]
[underlined] OFFICERS ADVANCED TRAINING SCHOOL [/underlined]
30A5/
PRECIS AND KEY TO FIELD HYGIENE, SANITATION, AND COOKING
[underlined] DEMONSTRATION SITE. [/underlined]
References: R.A.F. Pocket Book, A.P. 1081.
Army Manual of Hygiene & Sanitation, 1943.
Handbook of Military Hygiene 1943.
Appendices: “A” – Sanitation in the Field
“B” – How to make a smokeless fire for cooking.
[underlined] Model Description and Particulars [/underlined]
1 [underlined] Field Disinfectors [/underlined]
(a) [underlined] The SERBIAN BARREL [/underlined] improvised from a barrel or similar receptacle, a 5 gallon oil or Cresol drum for a boiler and some short lengths of piping. Barrel should be sunk into ground or heaped around with earth to consume heat from steam – care must be taken to allow for free escape of steam by opening in bottom of barrel or by means of a pipe through lid. Used for disinfecting or delousing clothing.
Refer pages 170/1, A.M. of H. & S. 1943.
(b) [underlined] Barrel – Steam Delouser & Disinfector [/underlined]
Particulars similar to (a) above – easy to improvise and very effective for disinfection and disinfestation.
2 [underlined] Field Incinerators [/underlined]
(a) Open corrugated iron incinerator
(b) Open circular turf incinerator
(c) Open corrugated iron “V” shaped portable incinerator.
All these types of incinerators are easily constructed from waste or acquired material and are most effective for burning wet as well as dry refuse and can be adapted to burn faeces.
Refer pages 120/125 A.M. of H. & S. 1943.
3 [underlined] Urine Disposal Pits [/underlined]
Urine should always be disposed of directly into the ground unless digging is impossible or there is danger of contaminating water supply – when removal to a distance or burial may have to be adopted.
Where digging is possible it is advisable to construct one disposal pit for each day of the week as shown on the Demonstration Site. Note the construction and oiled hessian under turf. When camp or site is moved, place light coloured stones or some other sign to indicate that the ground has been used for urine disposal.
Refer Chapters VII and VIII A.M. of H. & S. 1943.
4 [underlined] Otway’s Pit [/underlined]
Used for disposal of contents of latrine buckets and bedpans used in Hospitals – also an anti-fly measure. Most effective if ground is suitable – not waterlogged or clay.
Note oiled hessian preventing entry of flies and fly trap to
/Contd……..
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[page break]
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[underlined] Models Description and Particulars [/underlined]
4 Contd. catch newly hatched flies from excreta. (See para. 143 A.M. of H.S. 1943). These pits act as a form of septic tank and if properly constructed last for long periods.
Refer pages 104/105 A.M. of H. & S. 1943.
[underlined] Shallow Trench Latrines [/underlined]
5 These should be used only for short halts, bivouacs and temporary camps of at the most 3 days duration. Trenches should be dug in rows, allowing 5 for the first 100 men and 3 for every additional 100 men. Trenches must be filled in when Camp is struck and vacated and stones placed on top of the replaced turf to indicate that the ground has been used for latrines. Excreta must be covered with earth [underlined] after each use. [/underlined]
Refer pages 99/100 A.M. of S. & H. 1943.
6 [underlined] Trough Urinal and Sump [/underlined]
Easily constructed from waste or acquired material. Should be flushed or disinfected daily in hot weather. Can be placed within or adjacent to compound containing deep trench latrine.
Refer Chapter VIII A.M. of H. & S. 1943.
7 [underlined] Bucket Latrines [/underlined]
Used in emergency and at night should be placed at convenient intervals in tented camps.
Refer Page 102 A.M. of H. & S. 1943.
8 [underlined] Deep Trench Latrines [/underlined]
The most practical and convenient form of latrine. Should be fly-proofed with oiled hessian. Dimensions 6’ to 8’ deep – 3’ wide – 10’ long. This provides seating accommodation for 5 men on scale of 5 seats for the first 100 men and 3 for every additional 100. If possible should have a shelter roof.
Refer pages 100/102 A.M. of H. & S. 1943.
9 [underlined] Ablution Bench and Sump [/underlined]
Easily constructed from waste material. Duck boards or gravel standing should always be provided. One double sided bench 9’ long is required for every 50 men.
Note: Sump and grease trap. Hay or bracken placed in trap. Should be placed at frequent intervals.
Refer page 119 A.M. of H. & S. 1943.
10 [underlined] Washing up Bench, Grease Trap Sump [/underlined]
Care should be taken to construct an efficient grease trap for disposal of liquid refuse also that this is cleaned out at frequent intervals. Hay or bracken can be utilised in sump and should be removed and replaced daily – soiled material to be burnt in incinerator.
Refer pages 113/114 A.M. of H. & S. 1943.
11 [underlined] Emergency Shower Bath [/underlined]
A good arrangement for a temporary camp. Easily constructed from rough timber and perforated petrol cans. Hot or cold water can be used. Note construction of pit and slope towards sump.
/Contd….
[page break]
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[underlined] Model Description and Particulars [/underlined]
12 [underlined] Emergency and Improvised Meat Safe [/underlined]
An easily constructed safe for storage of meat. Note use of old tea chests with muslin covers – fly proof. Note also proximity to field petrol cooker kitchen.
13 [underlined] Emergency Field Cookhouse [/underlined]
Constructed by digging a wide trench 3 to 4 feet deep and 6 feet long and wide, rough poles, petrol tins filled with earth or stones and a tarpaulin. Cooking for 100 men can be carried out by use of petrol stoves or the use of the smokeless fire – see appendix “B”.
Note:- hanging meat safe. Refer Chapter V. A.M. of H. & S. 1943.
14 [underlined] Oil and Water Field Cooker [/underlined]
A practical and useful field cooking range. Easily constructed from waste material and clay or earth. Ordinary sump oil and water only are needed to obtain the necessary heat for cooking.
15 [underlined] Aldershot Oven [/underlined]
An old and well-tried field oven for baking. Fire is placed in oven to obtain the necessary heat and is then raked out into the trench in front of oven and sufficient heat is obtained to bake bread, pies and other dishes.
Refer for 14 & 15 to Chapter XI, Section 58, R.A.F. Pocket Book.
16 [underlined] Improvised Water Heater [/underlined]
An original method of obtaining boiling and hot water in the field, easily constructed from half a metal barrel encased in turf, clay and earth. Heat is obtained from the oil and water process.
17 [underlined] Lazy Man’s Boiler [/underlined]
A practical and ingenious boiler for supplying hot water in the field. Easily constructed from a 40 gallon oil drum surrounded by sheet metal and jam or milk tins filled with earth to form flue around top of drum. Iron drum rests on earth filled petrol tins and is covered with earth or clay lagging to retain heat. Fire is contained in fire-box at base of barrel and is obtained by the oil and water drip process, causing fire in the flash pan. The barrel is filled approximately two-thirds full of cold water, which is easily and quickly heated. Hot water can [underlined] only [/underlined] be obtained from the boiler by pouring in sufficient cold water through the upright pipe to the bottom of the drum; the hot water is then lifted and flows through the horizontal pipe.
A design of the boiler can be inspected in the Demonstration Room.
[underlined] Amendments to this Precis: [/underlined]
[page break]
Appendix “A” to Precis Field Hygiene, Sanitation and Cooking Demonstration [underlined] Site. [/underlined]
[underlined] SANITATION IN THE FIELD [/underlined]
1. [underlined] Water Supply [/underlined]
(a) Untrustworthiness of local supplies – enemy action and local custom. Immunization.
(b) Use of Water trucks, (a) for carriage
(b) for filtration and sterilization.
(c) Water Storage – provision of tanks.
(d) Examination of wells and other sources.
[underlined] Sterilization of water [/underlined]
Small scale – Individual water sterilization outfits and water bottle method.
Large scale.
(e) Lemonade
2. [underlined] Food Supply [/underlined]
(a) Importance of storage and fly prevention.
(b) Cooking.
3. [underlined] Latrines and Urinals [/underlined]
(a) [underlined] Temporary provision. [/underlined] Line of march, convoys and short stays – shallow trench latrine.
(b) [underlined] Semi-permanent. [/underlined] Deep trench latrines.
Squat latrines.
Buckets and disposal by incineration.
Otway Pit or contract.
Petrol tin latrines.
(c) [underlined] Urinals. [/underlined] Temporary and semi-permanent.
(d) [underlined] Sullage Water [/underlined]
Grease traps and soakage pits.
4. [underlined] Personal Hygiene [/underlined]
(a) (i) Lice, Typhus and Trench Fever.
(ii) [underlined] Methods of combat [/underlined]
A.L. 63
Disinfestation laundry etc.
Immunization.
(b) Veneral Disease.
(c) Other pests and skin diseases.
Fleas, scabies, impetigo.
Regular Skin Inspections.
(d) [underlined] Accidental injuries – burns [/underlined] and cuts
/Contd….
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APPENDIX “A”
/Contd….
[underlined] Personal Hygiene (Contd….)
(e) [underlined] Heat and Sun Effects [/underlined]
Heat Strokes
Glare
Clothing.
6. (a) [underlined] Reference Books [/underlined]
Army Manual of Hygiene & Sanitisation, 1943.
Handbook of Military Hygiene, 1943.
(b) Courses for Regimental Officers.
………………
BRITISH TROOPS
[underlined] ADMISSIONS TO HOSPITAL PER 1000 OF STRENGTH PER AIRMEN [/underlined]
[header] [blank] – [underlined] Non-battle casualties – Battle casualties – Ratio [/underlined] [/header]
France and Flanders 1914-1918 – 647 – 364 – 2/1
Dardanelles 1915-1916 – 1756 – 574 – 3/1
Macedonia 1915-1918 – 1195 – 43 – 30/1
Mesopotamia 1914-1918 – 1164 – 89 – 12/1
E. Africa – 2244 – 52 – 40/1
[underlined] EIGHTH ARMY [/underlined]
[header] [underlined] 1942 – Sick – Battle Casualties [/underlined] [/header]
Sept. – 10,417 – 1,470
Oct. – 11,144 – 2,634
Novr. – 8,698 – 3,602
[page break]
Appendix “B” to Precis Field Hygiene, Sanitation and Cooking Demonstration [underlined] Site [/underlined]
[underlined] HOW TO MAKE A SMOKELESS FIRE FOR COOKING [/underlined]
1. This can be made in a tin with two rows of holes bored through the sides, close to the bottom, with the spike of a clasp knife. The holes should be nearly big enough to admit the end of the little finger, and it is important to bore them close together and right at the bottom of the tin as shown in the illustration. This forms a little blast furnace, the upper part of the tin acting as a chimney to creat [sic] a draught, which enters through the holes when the fire is lighted. The fuel consists of small dry twigs which can be collected from beneath hedges in wet weather. The ideal twigs are those from the dead branches of spruces or other conifers.
2. The fire is started with a small piece of paper, over which are sprinkled a few thin dry twigs. As soon as these have lighted more twigs are added and stoking with these continued as long as the fire is needed. If the twigs are quite dry there will be no smoke.
3. The great advantage of this fire is that the tin can be placed on wet ground in wet weather, and the fire will burn as well as in dry weather. A bundle of these twigs can be dried and kept dry if carried inside the breat [sic] of the battledress. This tin weighs scarcely anything and can normally be used for storing other articles in the pack, or ready filled with dry twigs collected as opportunity offers.
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[date stamp of No. 1 Officers Advanced Training School JUN 1945]
33A5/
[underlined] OFFICERS ADVANCED TRAINING SCHOOL
PRECIS: FLYING ACCIDENTS [/underlined]
Appendix “A”: Action by a Unit Commander to reduce the probability of accidents.
Appendix “B”: Copy of A.M. Letter on the subjects of the Aircrew Refresher School.
References: C.D. 430
A.P. 1921
[underlined] Accident Rates, Past and Present [/underlined]
1. Owing to training methods, types of aircraft used and time available during peace years, the accident rate reached its lowest point in 1935. Due to expansion, re-equipment and the outbreak of war this rate had doubled by the end of 1939. The accident rate continued to rise during the following two years until in the winter of 1940-41 the rate was four times that of 1935. Extensions of training, improvements in night flying facilities and progress in other directions, undertaken in 1941, have resulted in a considerable reduction. Although gratifying, it is not yet satisfactory. The enormous amount of flying which is carried out today results, even at the reduced accident rate, in the destruction of a very great number of aircraft.
[underlined] Causes and Percentage Rates [/underlined]
1. (a) While taxying – 15 percent of M.A.F. yearly rates
During take-off – 11 percent “ “ “ “
During flight – 28 percent “ “ “ “
During landing – 40% “ “ “ “
While stationary – 6 percent “ “ “ “
(b) Common factors to all types of accident are engine handling, breaches of discipline and carelessness. These are faults within our control and should be the subject of attention of Unit and Flight Commanders.
[underlined] Prevention – Approach to the Problem [/underlined]
3. The problem is not an easy one to solve because there is no one cause of accidents apart from carelessness, which appreciably affects the whole field. It is necessary to devote equal attention to all possible causes as no one factor in itself provides the answer. Every effort must be made to eliminate the stupid accident, such as those which occur when taxying, but it must be appreciated that the flight accident – although only 28 percent of the total – causes 75 percent of the fatalities.
4. When embarking on an accident prevention campaign the Unit or Flight Commander should first “put his own house in order” by attending to the following:
(a) Supervision and guidance of Flying Control.
(b) Familiarisation of newly arrived pilots with aerodrome layout, lighting, local geography, etc.
(c) Regular and intelligent use of Link Trainer.
(d) Sound briefing before all flights.
(e) Crew order books complete and up to date.
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[underlined] Interviewing New Crews [/underlined]
5. This should be done before flying on the unit begins. Interview provides an opportunity for ascertaining pilots’ and crews’ familiarity with flying regulations generally; allows commander to make his feelings on the subject of accidents known.
[underlined] Improvements of Flying Discipline [/underlined]
6. Flying activities near the aerodrome should be watched closely by the Commander or his deputy. Slight breaches of discipline should be dealt with immediately and firmly. Attention of all aircrew to be drawn to each offence, however trivial. Talks and discussions at regular intervals on Flying Regulations. (K.R., App. XXVI).
[underlined] Engine Handling [/underlined]
7. Regular discussions on this point should be held at which pilots and other aircrew should be allowed to put forward suggestions. Besides being constructive, this often uncovers dangerous tendencies. Interest in range flying should be stimulated by encouraging competition in this respect and will result in better engine handling generally. Observations by members of the maintenance staff often provide indications of recurring faults amongst pilots and crews. Full use should be made of existing Engine Handling Courses. On completion of these courses the Commanders should ensure that pilots have not misinterpreted points arising out of the course.
[underlined] Carelessness [/underlined]
8. Accidents due to carelessness can be reduced by insisting upon the following:-
(a) Adequate preparation for flight.
(b) Good starting-up and taxying drills.
(c) Good cockpit drill.
(d) Strict adherence to Flying Regulations.
(e) Good R/T drill.
(f) A high standard of crew discipline.
In addition, the Commander in co-operation with the Engineer Officer should watch carefully any tendency towards carelessness by members of the maintenance staff.
[underlined] General Training [/underlined]
9. Aircrew should not be allowed long periods of inactivity. A programme of training should be held in readiness for periods when there is little flying. Such programmes should be drawn up with the object of increasing the individual’s efficiency and improving his knowledge of his aircraft.
[underlined] Reporting of Flying Accidents [/underlined]
10. All flying accidents (not attributable to enemy action) must be reported on the Form 765(c) if they result in:-
(a) Damage to aircraft beyond normal capacity of unit to repair within 48 hours.
(b) Damage to any aircraft that necessitates the replacement of any of the undermentioned (A.M.O. A.1348/43):-
Engine Propellor Nose Wheel
Undercarriage leg Tail Wheel Aileron
Tailplane Rudder
Elevator Wing
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(c) Death or injury (i.e. individual in sick quarters for more than 48 hours) of any person.
11. In cases of accident which result in death, or when circumstances are doubtful, or on occasions when so ordered, a Court of Inquiry or Investigation will be held. In such cases the proceedings are recorded on the Form 412.
12. It is important to remember that the Form 765(c) and Form 412 are the only sources of information, concerning flying accidents which are available to the Air Ministry. Therefore it is of the utmost importance to complete these forms accurately and fully in order that as much statistical data as possible may be supplied to provide the means of preventing future accidents.
[underlined] Amendments to this Precis [/underlined]
[page break]
APPENDIX “A”
TO PRECIS NO. 33 –
“FLYING ACCIDENTS”
[underlined] ACTION BY A UNIT COMMANDER TO REDUCE THE PROBABILITY OF ACCIDENTS [/underlined]
[underlined] Individual Record Sheets [/underlined]
1. Keep the fullest possible written records of the abilities and deficiencies of all pilots and aircrew. Discover previous accident histories and whether faults have been properly corrected. Make instructors and flight commanders take an interest in this record, contribute to it and work from it.
[underlined] Special Attention to Individual Deficiencies [/underlined]
2. See that plenty of check dual is given where deficiencies may exist, as in approaches and landings, instrument flying, navigation, engine handling.
[underlined] Link Trainer [/underlined]
3. See that pilots make good use of the Link Trainer, both as a routine and to check any deficiency in instrument flying. Note particularly that pilots should do regular practice on the Link, not merely put in the prescribed number of hours during a spell of bad weather and then leave it for several weeks. For the Link Trainer the mott is “Little and Often”.
[underlined] Pilots’ Notes [/underlined]
4. See that all pilots read, absorb and remember their Pilots’ Notes, also all other official literature, pamphlets, notices, etc.
[underlined] Engine Handling [/underlined]
5. Check up that all pilots know the finer points of engine handling and apply their knowledge in flight. Petrol consumption is one important aspect of engine handling and can reveal lack of skill or of care in engine handling if carefully checked.
[underlined] Maintenance [/underlined]
6. Check up that maintenance staff carry out minor repairs and modifications not amounting to unserviceability and that aircraft are kept clean. Pilots and all other aircrew must be made to take a real interest in their aircraft and to realize the vital need for intimate co-operation with maintenance personnel.
[underlined] Reminder Notes [/underlined]
7. Keep a book of special reminder notes, which pilots and aircrew should read before doing any exercise or flight that contains risk of special forms of accident, e.g., to remind pilots not to let their engine get too cold when practising single-engine flying, to check up the hills when doing a cross-country and to look at the location of airfields near the route to act as emergency landing fields.
[underlined] Accident Prevention Meetings [/underlined]
8. Hold periodic meetings as small and as informal as possible at which everybody is encouraged to make suggestions on how possibilities of accidents could be prevented. A surprising number of the deviations from correct routine procedure, which result in flying accidents, are made in good faith by people who imagine they
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have found a better way of doing something than is given in the instruction. Some of these ideas may be sound and should be forwarded to Group Headquarters for consideration: most are bad and should be stopped but not with a heavy hand if they arise out of informal discussions.
[underlined] Special Information [/underlined]
9. The accident prevention meetings could be used to check up that all pilots and aircrew know the special information that they should know – recognition procedure, flying control and safety procedure, (Darkie, Searchlight homing, etc.) the position of danger areas, special peculiarities of the aircraft and engines flown. Navigation, Engineer, Meteorological and Control Officers should come to those meetings periodically and ask questions.
[underlined] Airfield Condition [/underlined]
10. Frequent inspection of the condition of airfield and runway surfaces is most important for the prevention of airfield accidents. Particular attention should be paid to soft or rutted ground near runways and hard standings, drains not properly filled in, flints and sharp pieces of metal lying in runways, sharp edges of runways, unnecessary obstructions near the perimeter track, over-narrow gaps in hedges through which aircraft have to taxi.
[underlined] Amendments to this Appendix [/underlined]
[page break]
APPENDIX “B”
TO PRECIS NO. 33 –
“FLYING ACCIDENTS”
[underlined] CONFIDENTIAL [/underlined]
A.110414/40/S.10.(c)
[underlined] THE AIRCREW REFRESHER SCHOOL [/underlined]
Sir,
I am commanded by the Air Council to inform you that the Aircrew Refresher School will form on 5.8.42. Its purpose is to provide a special disciplinary and refresher course for aircrew personnel both officers and N.C.O’s whose carelessness or disobedience of orders has contributed to, or whose tendencies in these directions are likely to contribute to, avoidable flying accidents. The formation of this School has been decided upon as a measure towards combating the high incidence of such failures, and the object of the course is to inculcate in those attending it a sense of responsibility and appreciation of the damage to the war effort caused by negligent and careless action.
The course will not be regarded as a punishment; its object is to imbue those who undergo it with a proper appreciation of the importance of their contribution to the war effort, and remind them of their responsibility to avoid detracting from this by carelessness or lack of discipline. It should not be used as a means of disposing, without disciplinary action, of a case of serious breach of orders which would normally be dealt with by court martial or under Section 47 Air Force Act.
[underlined] Instructions for Entry [/underlined]
2. There are no set intake dates and officers and N.C.O’s may be sent to the School at any time. It is desired to avoid delay or formality in attaching entrants, and with this object in view, authority is vested in station commanders to send to the School those under their command who will benefit by this course of instruction. No formality in detailing an officer or N.C.O., is necessary beyond a prior notification by signal to the School. The signal should give the number, rank and name of the entrant with the date and time of arrival at the School. A confidential report stating briefly the reasons for an entrant’s inclusion on the course should be sent by the station commander to the Commanding Officer of the School, within 24 hours of the despatch of the signal.
[underlined] Duration of the Course [/underlined]
3. Officers and N.C.O’s will remain at the School for approximately 3 weeks, but the course will be curtailed in the case of these who show clearly that they have learned its lessons. Output from the School will be twice weekly on Tuesday and Friday.
[underlined] Allotment of Vacancies to Commands [/underlined]
4. It is not proposed to allot vacancies to Commands in the first instance. The School will accommodate 100 Officers and 100 N.C.O’s in separate squadrons. It is proposed to accept entrants from all Commands up to the capacity of the School. In the event of the total capacity being filled Commands will be notified by signal that the School is full, and further intakes will be controlled by the Officer Commanding the School, to whom application for vacancies should then be made by telephone. This procedure will be reviewed in the light of experience gained of the requirements of each Command and further instructions will be issued if found necessary.
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[underlined] Attachment to the School [/underlined]
5. All entrants are to be attached and not posted to the School for the duration of the Course.
[underlined] Medical Fitness [/underlined]
6. No Officer or N.C.O., whose medical fitness will debar him from taking part in P.T., drill and swimming, is to be sent on the course. Medical fitness is to be confirmed in the report sent in accordance with para. 3 to the Officer Commanding the School.
[underlined] Syllabus of Training [/underlined]
7. Drill, physical training, unarmed combat and swimming form an important part of the syllabus. Lectures will be given on flying regulations particularly those concerning safe flying. Instructions will be given on the duties and responsibilities of Officers and N.C.O’s and lectures will be included on character, leadership training, and the importance of good discipline. A synopsis of the syllabus showing the allocation of hours to each subject is given at Appendix “A” to these instructions.
[underlined] Reports [/underlined]
8. A report on the progress made by each entrant will be sent to his Commanding Officer by the Commanding Officer of the School on the termination of the Course.
[underlined] Instructions for Entrants [/underlined]
9. Detailed instructions for Officers and N.C.O’s attending the Course are given at Appendix “B”.
[underlined] Dominion and Allied Personnel [/underlined]
10. Members of the R.C.A.F., R.A.A.F., R.N.Z.A.F. and Allied personnel serving in the R.A.F. Squadrons or Dominion Squadrons may be sent to the Aircrew Refresher Course.
I am, Sir,
Your obedient Servant,
(signed) R.C. Richards
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[Stamp] JUN 1945
26A5
[Underlined] OFFICERS ADVANCED TRAINING SCHOOL [/underlined]
[Underlined] PRECIS: INVESTIGATION OF CHARGES [/underlined]
Appendices:- “A” – List of Offences Punishable Summarily.
“B” – Orderly Room Procedure.
References:- M.A.F.L. – R.P.. 3 and 4.
K.R. Chap. XV. Sect. III.
A.P. 837, Sect. 24.
[Underlined] Officers who may hear charges [/underlined]
1. (a) Commanding Officer – normally the Station Commander; but on certain stations the officer commanding a unit is specifically authorised by the Air Council to exercise the full disciplinary powers of C.O.
(b) Subordinate Commander – Officer commanding a unit or section who is subordinate to C.O. for disciplinary purposes and to whom C.O. has delegated powers of punishment.
[Underlined] Offences Punishable Summarily [/underlined]
2. There are only certain offences which C.O. (or subordinate commander) can dispose of summarily without permission of A.O.C. These offences are shown in K.R. 1129, and for convenience are set out in App. “A” to this precis. This power of summary disposal does not prevent C.O. from sending accused charged with any of these offences for trial by C.M. when sufficiently serious to warrant punishment beyond his powers.
3. Other offences under A.F.A. normally tried by C.M., but C.O. may in appropriate circumstances apply to A.O.C. to permit summary disposal by C.O.
[Underlined] Charges Against Officers [/underlined]
4. When C.O. learns of circumstances that may lead to charge against an officer, he will investigate them to decide whether:-
(a) To prefer charge; or
(b) To administer reproof (K.R. 1154) or
(c) Refer matter to superior authority; or
(d) No foundation for further action.
5. If charge preferred, C.O. will investigate by hearing witnesses’ evidence in presence of accused and:-
(a) Dismiss charge, if satisfied accused not guilty, or insufficient evidence against him; or
(b) “reprove” him if circumstances warrant it – (see A.P. 837, para. 734 (iv)); or
(c) Order a summary of evidence to be taken to consider whether to apply for trial by C.M. or summary disposal by A.O.C. for which see K.R. 1153.
6. For procedure regarding:-
(a) Confidential reports on and courts of inquiry into misconduct by officers.
(b) Administrative action (not amounting to an air force punishment) which may follow misconduct by an officer;
See A. P. 837, paras. 733 to 735A. (Note that C.O. cannot [underlined] punish [/underlined] an officer, “[indecipherable]” not being classed as a punishment under A.F.A.)
[Underlined] Charges against Warrant Officers [/underlined]
7. Procedure outlined in paras. 4 and 5 above applies equally to
/Contd . . .
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warrant officers, except that, if charge preferred (whether by C.O. or other officer), case first heard formally by subordinate Commander but must always be remanded after investigation to C.O.
[Underlined] Charges against N.C.Os and Aircraftmen [/underlined]
8. Charge to be investigated in first instance by subordinate commander who will decide whether:-
(a) To remand case to C.O. where offence sufficiently serious or beyond Subordinate Commander’s powers, or where charge sent by authority outside station, or
(b) To award a punishment within his powers, subject where applicable to accused’s right to elect trial by C.M. (A.F.A. Sect. 46 (8), or
(c) To dismiss the charge.
9. Charges remanded by subordinate commander are heard by C.O., who may:-
(a) Dismiss charge if insufficient evidence or case trivial, or as a matter of discretion for any reason, e.g. good character of accused; or
(b) Award punishment within his powers, subject where applicable to right to elect trial, or
(c) Order Summary of Evidence to be taken with a view to trial by C.M., or
(d) If offence not punishable summarily, apply to A.O.C. for permission to deal with case.
[Underlined] Use of Forms for Hearing Charges [/underlined]
10. Charge Form 252, for written statement of charge against airman. Raised by person preferring charge and sent to accused’s subordinate commander (via Guard Room, if close arrest).
11. Offence Report F. 281, used by:-
(a) Subordinate Commander when hearing charges.
(b) Adjutant for P.O.R. and documentary action.
(c) C.O. for reviewing punishments by subordinate commanders.
12. Guard Report F. 160, used:-
(a) For recording details of airmen in close arrest.
(b) By C.O. when hearing charges remanded to him.
[Underlined] Orderly Room Procedure [/underlined]
13. “Orderly Room” – term used to denote procedure by which C.O. or subordinate commander disposes of charges and also hears applications and complaints. Should be held each day if any cases (no objection in war-time on Sunday). Hour for C.O.’s Orderly Room should be laid down in Station Standing Orders, to allow subordinate commanders to investigate in all cases first.
14. Orderly Room procedure, described in App. “B” to this Precis, applies not only to C.O. but also to Subordinate Commander who must thoroughly investigate all matters even if beyond his powers to deal with. Junior Officers should be detailed to attend C.O.’s Orderly Room under instruction.
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[Underlined] Civil Offences committed by Service Personnel [/underlined]
15. Civil authorities decide whether to deal with such cases or request C.O. to do so. Certain offences, listed in A.M.O. A.532/42, have to be reported to the civil police.
16. When charges referred by civil power to C.O. to deal with,
(a) Subordinate Commander to investigate and remand to C.O. for final disposal (K.R. 1127 (4)).
(b) If summary disposal appropriate, C.O. to obtain prior authority from A.O.C. as charge falls under A.F.A. S.41.
(c) C.O. to notify civil authorities of action taken against accused (A.532/42 para.4).
[Underlined] Necessity for Investigating Charges Promptly [/underlined]
17. Commanders should ensure that all charges brought against persons under their command are dealt with as promptly as possible. Considerations include:-
(a) Accused, who may be in arrest, is in a state of suspense.
(b) Delay in disposal contributes to lowering of morale.
(c) Evidence of witnesses become less reliable as time passes.
(d) Witnesses may be posted overseas.
[Underlined] Change of Arrest or Release without Prejudice to Re-arrest [/underlined]
18. C.O. has discretion to change arrest from close to open or to release from arrest without prejudice to re-arrest.
[Underlined] Amendments to this Precis : [/underlined]
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[Underlined] APPENDIX “A” TO PRECIS ON INVESTIGATION OF CHARGES. [/underlined]
[Underlined] LIST OF OFFENCES PUNISHABLE SUMMARILY ON ACTIVE SERVICE WITHOUT REFERENCE TO HIGHER AUTHORITY [/underlined]
[Underlined] Sections of A.F.A. Offence [/underlined]
10 (2) Assaulting escort
10 (3) Resisting escort
10 (4) Breaking out of camp
11 Neglecting to obey any general, local, or other orders.
14 Assistance of or connivance at desertion
15 Absence without leave
18 (1) Malingering or feigning or producing disease or infirmity.
18 (3) Producing or aggravating disease or infirmity, or delaying its cure.
19 Drunkenness (aircraftmen only)
20 Permitting prisoner to escape (except if act is wilful).
21 Irregular arrest or confinement
22 Escape from confinement
Deficiency in and injury to equipment.
27 (4) False statement as to leave
33 False answers or declaration on enlistment (except enlistment from R.A.F. reserve).
34 General offences in relation to enlistment.
39A (1) (a) and (b) Damage to aircraft, etc., where the damage is small and the act or neglect is not wilful.
39A (2) (a) Signing a certificate in relation to an aircraft without ensuring the accuracy thereof.
40 Minor irregularities contrary to good order and air force discipline.
[Underlined] Amendments to this Appendix [/underlined] :-
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[Underlined] APPENDIX “B” TO PRECIS ON INVESTIGATION OF CHARGES. [/underlined]
[Underlined] ORDERLY ROOM PROCEDURE [/underlined]
1. Adjutant, having satisfied himself all in order, enters C.O’s office, salutes and reports: “Orderly Room present and correct, Sir”, handing him Guard Report F.160 and charge F.252. C.O. Orders “March In” and puts on his cap. Adjutant passes order to S.W.O., and stands to left and just behind C.O. Subordinate Commander and any officers under instruction enter and stand to right of C.O.
2. S.W.O. then marches airmen in one by one for applications and complaints, which should come first. Then comes the accused. S.W.O. outside orders “Accused, cap off”, and then marches in escort, accused and all witnesses. C.O. reads from Guard Report F.160 the charge, beginning with accused’s service particulars; e.g. “No.345679 LAC Blank, H; is that your correct number, rank and name? . . . You are charged on . . . (date) at . . . (place) with, when on active service . . .”
3. If accused demands, evidence to be given on oath.
4. S.W.O. marches out all witnesses except the first.
5. First witness gives evidence. C.O. asks accused if he wishes to question (i.e. cross-examine) witness. C.O. questions witness further if any points require clearing up. Witness then to be marched out.
6. Same procedure with other witnesses against accused, one by one.
7. C.O. asks accused whether he wishes to make statement and, if so, hears it. Then asks accused whether he wishes to call any witnesses; if so, calls them one at a time and allows accused to question them, i.e. to bring out their evidence.
8. C.O. after considering evidence, adopts one of the courses indicated in para. 9 of precis. If decides guilty, calls for conduct sheet F. 121, which must not be looked at earlier by C.O. under any circumstances so as not to prejudice case.
9. C.O. examines F.121 to consider what punishment in light of accused’s record. If proposing to award punishment involving loss of accused’s pay, asks :- “Will you accept my punishment, or do you elect to be tried by Court Martial?”
10. If accused does not elect, C.O. awards punishment; if accused elects, remands for summary of evidence; in both cases entering details on F.160 and F.252.
11. In case of Subordinate Commander, N.B. :-
(a) Offence Report F.281 used in place of F.160.
(b) If accused elects trial by Court Martial, remand to C.O.
12. If necessary to remand for further evidence, charge to be brought forward daily (on F.160 or F.281) to C.O. or Subordinate Commander as applicable; not necessary for accused to be brought in person.
[Underlined] Amendments to this Appendix [/underlined] :-
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19. At the summary hearing of a charge against an A.C.1, the C.O. being dissatisfied with the evidence of the first witness ordered the evidence of all witnesses to be given on oath. Comment on this. [Inserted] NO. [/inserted]
20. A F/Lt. Subordinate Commander remands a L.A.C.W., charged with improper possession, to the C.O. Is this right? [Inserted] NO [/inserted]
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[Stamp] JUN 1945
14A5
[Underlined] OFFICERS ADVANCED TRAINING SCHOOL [/underlined]
[Underlined] PRECIS: M.T. ADMINISTRATION. [/underlined]
References: A.P. 837, Section 20; K.R. Chap. 25; Relevant A.M.O’s shown in Appendix “A” attached.
[Inserted] AP 3090. R.A.F. M.T. REGULATIONS. [/inserted]
[Underlined] Duties of the M.T. Officer [/underlined]
1. On many stations there is an establishment for a M.T. Officer, on others the C.O must detail an officer to take charge (K.R. 1987). Duties (laid down in A.561/42) :-
(a) Allocation and co-ordination of use of M.T. vehicles (except Regiment M.T.)
(b) Economical routeing of vehicles.
(c) Preparation and submission of forms and returns.
(d) Application of instructions laid down in K.R. Chap. 25 & A.M.Os.
(e) Servicing and maintenance of all vehicles.
(f) Liaison with the station engineer and equipment officers.
(g) Ensuring that essential vehicles (ambulances, fire tenders etc.) are maintained in a state of readiness.
Station controlled by:-
(a) Group – for operational matters.
(b) Command – for maintenance matters.
[Underlined] Establishments [/underlined]
2. (a) Squadron and echelon M.T. is under complete control of Station Commander (A.406/42).
(b) Regiment M.T. is under the control of the Regiment Commander for operational matters. (A.157/43 and A.368/42, as amended by A.965/43).
(c) Allotment of M.T. Home Commands.
References: A.M.O’s A.636/42 amended by A.68/43; A. 229/43 and A.561/43.
[Underlined] Supply [/underlined]
3. Liaison with equipment officer essential to ensure regular supply of spares, petrol, oil, etc.
[Underlined] Servicing and Maintenance [/underlined]
4. Maintenance schedules laid down for different vehicles. Servicing responsibilities (see A. 205/43) :-
(a) Driver M.T. (or operator) – daily inspection [Inserted] M.T. OFFICER [/inserted]
(b) M.T. Mechanic – 500 & 2,000 mile inspections |
(c) Fitter M.T. – 10,000 miles – partial overhaul. (A.298/40; A.478/40). | [Inserted] ENGINEER OFFICER [/inserted]
(d) Electrician – 2,000 mile inspection. 10,000 mile partial overhaul. |
[Underlined] Repairs [/underlined]
5. (a) Minor repairs within unit capacity (entered on F.656).
(b) Trivial repairs of specialist nature (up to £5) – bills submitted to Command.
(c) Vehicles requiring complete overhaul – (Form 523 action) – A.636/42 amended by A.561/43.
/Contd . . .
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(d) Civilian Repair Organisation Vehicle Emergency Repair Scheme (up to £50).
(e) Replacement of Main Components (Form 523 action).
(f) Replacement of Defective Parts (Form 1022 action). (A. 420/43).
6. Local civilian garage facilities (for greasing, spraying etc.) may be used by units with no workshops. Bill must not exceed £2 (A.494/41, A.989/41 and A.34/42).
7. [Underlined] Defects Report Book [/underlined] to be maintained in the section. Drivers to enter all defects. N.C.O. i/c to sign at beginning of each day to certify that action has been taken on previous days reports.
8. [Underlined] Salvage of M.T. Vehicles (A.730/43, amended by A.1156/43) [/underlined]
Driver of vehicle which becomes unserviceable it to report to nearest station who will carry out repairs and report to holding unit (for cars and light vans). Heavy vehicles, as above if possible; but, if it cannot be towed, signal Salvage Centre.
[Underlined] Lights on Service Transport [/underlined]
9. Weekly routine inspections to be carried out by day and after dark. (K.R. 2004 & A.M.O. A.616/41, amended by A.720/41.)
[Underlined] Markings of Vehicles [/underlined]
10. (a) Camouflage (A.891/43, A.519/44.).
(b) Gas Detector Paint – 36 square inches in area – A.891/43.
(c) Identification numbers – K.R. 1996.
(d) R.A.F. Roundel – A.617/41 as amended.
(e) Group Code Markings – A.617/41 as amended.
(f) Maximum speed – A.435/42, amended by A.607/42, A.1248/43.
(g) Weights – certain vehicles only – K.R. 2005.
(h) Yellow Discs – bridge weights – A.M. letter 73061/O.M.T.2 dated 23rd July, 1941.
(j) Flags – K.R. 158 (4) and A.397/41, A.851/42 and A.997/43.
(k) Carrying capacity – K.R. 1992 & A.M.O. A.1090/43, amended by A.1222/43.
(l) Tyre Pressure.
(m) Instructions to drivers – A.M.O. A.122/42.
[Underlined] Licensing of Vehicles. [/underlined]
11. Schedule “G” Certificates now issued for all service vehicles. (A.M.O. A.82/40 amends K.R. 2001).
[Underlined] OPERATION OF MECHANICAL TRANSPORT [/underlined]
[Underlined] Types of Run [/underlined]
12. (a) Routine Duty Journeys – K.R. 1954 & A.M.O. A.302/42 – application for general authority obtained from A.O.C. in C., or A.O.C.
– full details published in S.R.Os when authority is received and in first weeks of Jan. and July annually.
(b) Individual duty journeys – requests for transport should be made 24 hours in advance if possible.
(c) Repayment Runs – K.R. 1956 modified by A.436/42; A.608/42 and A.1227/42 – A.1287/43.
– greatly restricted during war,
– C.O. must sign authorisation form.
/Contd . . .
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/Contd.
(d) Recreational Runs.
– See A.M. letters A.26946/39 DD01 dated 10.12.40
A.26946/39 DDO(MT) dated 14.8.41.
A.313607/41/OMT 2 (a) dated 6.5.43.
466943/42/OMT 2 dated 3.6.43.
535847/43/DDO(MT) dated 25.5.44.
(e) Duty Runs by Private Car – see K.R. 3069 and 3072 – authorised users if annual mileage exceeds 2,000 (A.592/42 amended by 744/42; 908/42; 1318/42.)
– casual users if annual mileage less than 2,000.
– Schedule “G” Certificates can be issued (A.158/43)
– if more economical private cars can be used even though service vehicles are available (A.89/43).
[Underlined] Authorisation of Runs: Driving Licenses. [/underlined]
13. (a) All divers of service vehicles must be in possession of written authority (K.R. 2000) – must be produced to police on demand.
F. 658 – for individual duty journeys – signed by M.T. officer (A.561/42).
– for routine runs – no approving signature needed.
F. 925 – for maintenance unit journeys only.
F.793 – for repayment runs – prepared in triplicate
– must be signed by C.O.
F.1651 – for duty runs in private car.
(b) (i) M.T. Drivers must be in possession of Form 1629 (Identification Card) – A.353/42 amended by A.521/42; 15/43; 250/43 suspends K.R. 2006.
(ii) Officers who drive Service M.T. must have C.O’s written authority, Form 1839 (A.180/43 amended A.1103/43; A.1102/43).
[Underlined] Co-Ordination of M.T. [/underlined]
14. M.T. Officer responsible for ensuring that runs are co-ordinated whenever possible and that utmost economy is exercised. Control of all M.T. is in hands of Station Commander. (A.14/43 amended by A.206/43)
Imprest Account held by M.T. officer for paying:-
(a) Bus fares for personnel )
(b) For carriage of parcels, etc. by carriers ) A.560/42
(c) For use of ferries and toll bridges – A.693/42.
15. Bicycles can effect considerable economy in M.T. – A.488/43, amended by A.841/43 and A.1133/43 lays down M.T. officer’s responsibilities.
[Underlined] Records to be Maintained [/underlined]
16. Form 656 – M.T. Maintenance form kept for each vehicle monthly, miles run per day; fuel issued and details of all inspections, overhauls, defects and repairs must be recorded.
– check average of miles per gallon at end of each month.
Form 814 – record of all journeys made by service M.T. in order in which they are made.
– details obtained from Forms 658, 793 or 925
– checked and signed daily by M.T. Officer.
Form 814A – summary of all journeys compiled from F. 814
– total monthly mileage and fuel issues must be entered at end of each month and average of miles per gallon calculated (A.748/43).
Form 813 – Log book of vehicle.
/Contd . . .
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/Contd . .
Form 361 – maintained, to record daily issues of fuel to each vehicle.
Form 748 – Inventory of equipment – maintained for each vehicle – issues and withdrawals recorded on Form 464.
17. C.O. must examine and sign Forms 814 and 814A at end of each month (A.302/42).
[Underlined] ADMINISTRATION OF M.T. SECTION [/underlined]
[Underlined] Discipline and Allocation of Duties [/underlined]
18. (a) M.T. Standing Orders to bring to the notice of all personnel all local or special orders and instructions.
(b) Section Order Book to draw attention to A.M.Os and Air Ministry, Command and Group letters.
(c) Importance of careful allocation of duties (A.1291/42) especially for W.A.A.F. personnel. (A.1154/43).
(d) Lifts in service vehicles may be given to service and civilian personnel (and families) serving on station, and to service personnel picked up en route. (A.665/42 amended by A. 276/43)
[Underlined] M.T. Accident Procedure [/underlined]
19. References : A.P. 837 paras. 661-676. A.M.O. A.475/42, amended by A.175/43 and A.914/43.
[Underlined] Courts of Inquiry into M.T. Accidents [/underlined]
20. Court of Inquiry or Investigation must be held if:-
(a) C.O. satisfied it is only way of ascertaining true facts.
(b) There us any suggestion of unauthorised or improper use of the vehicle.
(c) Mechanical defect is suspected.
(d) Death or Injury to R.A.F. personnel has resulted (see K.R. 1325 and A.M.Os. A.337/40 amended by A.473/41).
(e) Death or injury has been caused to an Air Ministry employee.
(f) Ordered by superior authority or requested by A.D. claims.
See also A.P. 837 paras. 1371-1375 regarding summoning of witnesses, and terms of reference.
[Underlined] Amendments to this Precis: [/underlined]
[Page break]
[Underlined] APPENDIX TO PRECIS ON M.T. ADMINISTRATION [/underlined]
[Underlined] AIR MINISTRY ORDERS RELEVANT TO MECHANICAL TRANSPORT [/underlined]
A.230/25 Loading of Hot Ash in M.T. Vehicles (Amended by A.281/37).
A.737/30 Form 748 – Inventory of Equipment of M.T. Vehicles.
A.27/31 Issue of Driving Licenses under Road Traffic Act, 1930. (Amended by A.85/38).
A.69/31 Officers and Airmen Medically Unfit – Driving Motor Vehicles.
A.94/31 Accidents to R.A.F. Personnel while travelling in Private Motor Cars.
A.180/31 Restrictions on Pillion Riding.
A.61/32 Accounting for M.T. Vehicles.
A.186/32 Road Traffic Act 1930 – Offences by M.T. Drivers.
A.192/32 Accommodation of R.A.F. Vehicles on long journeys.
A.352/32 Refuelling Gear – Maintenance.
A.307/33 M.T. Rates for use on Repayment (Amended by A.271/37 and 464/39).
A.338/33 Issue of M.T. Petrol for Use in Motor Mowers – Rollers.
A.254/34 Use of Private Motor Vehicles on Duty Journeys. (Amended by A.304/34, 82/36, 98/37, 953/40, 909/42, and 462/43).
A.63/35 M.T. Vehicles on detached sites.
A.300/35 Identification Marking of Petrol Tins carried on M.T. Vehicles.
A.15/36 Conveyance of personnel and stores (Amended by A.272/37).
A.167/36 M.T. Drivers – Opthalmic Examination.
A.203/36 M.T. Vehicles – Conveyance of highly inflammable Stores.
A.286/36 Equipment and Tools on M.T. Vehicles – Stamping with A.M. Mark.
A.32/37 Driving Licenses for Heavy Goods Vehicles – Civilian Employees.
A.247/37 Motor Vehicles (Driving Licenses Regulations 1937).
A.357/37 Emergency Treatment arising out of Traffic Accidents.
A.276/37 [missing letter]rohibition of Wearing Hob Nail Boots by M.T. Drivers.
A.279/37 M.T. Vehicles Routine Runs.
A.346/38 Form 748 – Inventory of Equipment for M.T. Vehicles.
A.364/38 Form 925 – Entry of Arrival and Departure times of Vehicle.
A.391/38 Marking of Mobile Tankers.
A.392/38 Petrol Trailers – Operation of Pumps.
A.400/38 Fordson Vehicles – Care in Driving.
A.424/38 Form 748 – Trailers, Tanker, Petrol.
A. 16/39 M.T. – Towing of Trailers.
A.33/39 Keys of M.T. Vehicles (Amended by A. 209/39).
A. 34/39 Ignition Leads – M.T. Vehicles.
A. 52/39 Protection of M.T. Vehicles against Overhead Cables.
A. 85/39 Petrol Trailers – Use of Pumping Equipment.
A.199/39 Accumulators for Fire Tenders and Ambulances.
A.260/39 M.T. Accounting for Petrol.
A.328/39 Garaging of Private Motor Vehicles.
A.337/39 Billeting of Personnel and Vehicles.
A.438/39 Driving Licenses for Heavy Vehicles – Civilian Employees.
A.441/39 Tenders, Articulated – Precautions in Loading.
A.463/39 Fatal Injuries to Civilians caused by Service Vehicles.
A.496/39 Shortages of Essential Equipment.
A. 82/40 Licensing of “Exempt” Road Vehicles.
A.275/40 Petrol Rationing – Applications for and Issue of Supplementary Coupons.
A.298/40 M.T. Technical Maintenance (Amended by 478/40)
A.322/40 M.T. Petrol – Casual Purchases (Amended by A.200/41).
A.323/40 Issue of M.T. Petrol to Army Guards at R.A.F. Station (A.1358/42)
A.339/40 Driving of M.T. Vehicles.
A.345/40 Supply of M.T. Petrol to R.C.A.F. Vehicles. (Amended by A.428/40)
A.357/40 Motor Vehicle Driving Licenses (Amended by A.353/42)
A.381/40 Reserves of Marine Craft Engines (Amended by A.935/41).
A.449/40 Accidents Involving Third Party Claims (Amended by A.62/41).
A.496/40 Issue of Driving Licenses.
A.581/40 Refuelling Vehicles – Draining Before Transfer.
A.585/40 M.T. Petrol and Oil for Vehicles Proceeding to Contractors Works.
A.586/40 Amendments to Technical Air Publications.
A.610/40 M.T. Vehicles – Makers Handbooks (Amended by A.947/40).
A.775/40 Disposal of Motor Vehicles Belonging to Deceased and Missing Personnel
A.776/40 Use of Service Transport for Collection of Civilian Salvage.
A.840/40 Despatch Rider Letter Service – Allotment of Home Commands (A.556/41, A.988/41, A.69/42, A.636/42, A.68/43, A.229/43, A.561/43).
A.865/40 Precautions Against Frost etc. (Amended by A.958/40).
A.943/40 Maintenance of Portable Fuel and Oil Tanks.
A.947/40 Air Publications for M.T. Vehicles.
/Contd . . . .
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A.61/41 Defence of R.A.F. and A.M. Drivers.
A.66/41 Bonus of M.T. Drivers – Conditions of Payment.
A.111/41 Collection of Vehicles on A.M. Allotment.
A.112/41 Use of unlicensed and uninsured vehicles on R.A.F. Stations.
A.160/41 Use of M.T. Service by Education Officers.
A.216/41 M.T. Vehicles – Defects – Repairs and Replacements.
A.256/41 Courses of Instruction.
A.310/41 Reduction in Rank of N.C.O.’s innefficiency [sic] or misconduct.
A.333/41 Aviation Fuel – Refuelling Vehicles etc.
A.354/41 M.T. Spares – Demanding Procedure (See A.977/41)
A.389/41 Training of M.T. Drivers and Motor Cyclists.
A.397/41 Use of Distinguishing Flags on R.A.F. Staff Cars (Amended by A.851/42.)
A.424/41 Use of Service Transport for Patients in R.A.F. Hospitals.
A.464/41 Demands for Bicycles (See A.1026/41.)
A.494/41 M.T. Vehicles – Use of Civilian Servicing Facilities (See A.989/41 A.34/42)
A.529/41 Technical Training of Airmen.
A.533/41 W.A.A.F. – Trade Training at R.A.F. Stations.
A.616/41 A.R.P. Lighting Restrictions and Mobility of R.A.F. Transport. (See A.720/41)
A.617/41 Identification of R.A.F. M.T. (See A.12/42 A.152/42. A.225/42, A.587/42.)
A.626/41 Economy in the use of Manpower and Material.
A.682/41 Use of M.T. for personnel discharged from hospital.
A.683/41 Immobilisation of M.T. Vehicles (Amended by A.202/44)
A.721/41 M.T. Vehicles allotted to Contractor for repair – Accounting. Procedure (Amended by A.550/44.)
A.727/41 7 0 Octane Aviation Fuel – Use in Fire Tenders (Cancelled by A.330/42)
A.828/41 Use of Service Transport by Contractors.
A.876/41 Inter-departmental Adjustments in Wartime.
A.877/41 Mechanical Transport Carrying Capacity.
A.882/41 Fog Lamps on M.T. Vehicles.
A.933/41 Shortages of Equipment – Reporting by Stations.
A. 956/41 Aerodrome Rumways. [sic]
A.957/41 Mobile cranes – Safety Precautions.
A.1007/41. M.T. for Dance Bands, Gang Shows etc. (Amended by A.678/42)
A.1051/41 Local Cartage Contracts.- Solid Fuel and Laundry.
A.1074/41 M.T. Tyres – Rebuilding and Disposal (A.355/42.)
A. 35/42 Driving of Service M.T. Vehicles.
A. 36/42 Economical Use of M.T. – Collections from M.U.’s.
A. 56/42 Careless Use of Petrol.
A. 57/42 M.T. Vehicle Marking.
A. 71/42 Turning round of vehicles on Highway during Blackout.
A. 110/42 Compensation for War Damage – Private Cars – R.A.F. personnel.
A. 118/42 Continuance of flying during absence of Fire Tender or Ambulance.
A. 122/42 Economy in the Use of M.T. Tyres (See A. 607/42).
A. 150/42 Conservation of Petrol and Oil.
A. 161/42 Motor Insurance policies issued to R.A.F. personnel.
A. 182/42 Transit of Ford V.8. Engines.
A. 176/42 Use of Service M.T. – National Savings Campaign.
A. 293/42 Sale of Petrol to R.A.F. personnel.
A. 299/42 Receipt of Aviation M.T. Fuel at R.A.F. Stations (Amended by A. 966/42.)
A. 302/42 Requisitioning and Recording of M.T. (See A.436/42, 520/42 748/43).
A. 364/42 Hire of M.T. without driver – Form on agreement.
A. 365/42 Log Books for Power Plants – Introduction.
A. 406/42 Mechanical Transport and Marine Craft Establishment of Squadrons, and Echelons.
A. 435/42 Speed Regulations for M.T. Vehicles (See A. 607/42).
A. 436/42 Use of Service Transport on Repayment.
A. 437/42 Disposal of Motor Vehicles belonging to R.A.F. Personnel (and A.395/43)
A. 461/42 Use of R.A.F. tractors on Repayment – Land cultivation see A.1207/42)
A. 475/42 Transfer of action in connection with Traffic Accidents etc. (Amended by A. 175/43 and 914/43).
A. 491/42 Loss of Tools etc.
A. 519/42 Requisitioning and Recording of M.T.
A. 540/42 Issue of Fuel to visiting R.A.F. M.T. Vehicles and to Works vehicles. and Mobile Plant – Revised Accounting Procedure (A.631/43).
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A.545/42 Petrol Rationing (A.766/42, A.1017/42, A.1095/42, A.1208/42, A. 1395/42).
A.552/42 W.A.A.F. – Night Travelling Allowances when driving Service vehicles.
A.560/42 M.T. Officers and Warrant Officers – Imprest Account.
A.561/42 M.T. Officers Functions and Duties.
A.592/42 Motor Mileage Allowances in the United Kingdom – Service Personnel (A.1744/42, A.908/42, A.1318/42).
A.593/42 Motor Mileage Allowance in the United Kingdom – Civilian Personnel. (A.715/42, A.908/42).
A.1014/41 Bulk Petrol Installations – Fire Precautions (See 462/42).
A.600/42 Provision of spare parts and tyres for privately owned Motor vehicles on Official Business.
A.607/42 Speed Regulations – M.T. vehicles (A.897/42 and A.1064/42).
A.608/42 Use of Service Transport on Repayment (See A.1227/42).
A.609/42 Salvage and disposal of M.T. Anti-Freeze Mixture.
A.633/42 Wearing of Crash Helmets.
A.636/42 Allotment of M.T. Home Commands. (Amended by A.68/43, 229/43 & 561/43).
A.637/42 Economy in the use of Service M.T. Vehicles – Use of Railway by officers visiting R.A.F. Stations.
A.653/42 Granting of permission to live off at an R.A.F. Station when the use of a care [sic] is involved. (A.956/42).
A.665/42 Lifts in Service Transport (Amended by A.276/43 and 544/44).
A.666/42 M.T. Vehicles proceeding by Road to ports of shipment – Accounting for petrol.
A.669/42 Repair of M.T. Components.
A.693/42 Use of Ferries and Toll Bridges by R.A.F. Vehicles.
A.699/42 Disposal of Repairable spare parts – arising from repair or reduction to produce of impressed M.T. Vehicles. (Amended by A.1134/42).
A.714/42 Use of private Cars and Motor Cycles on official business – Service and Civilian Personnel.
A.731/42 Identification Cards for Drivers of mechanically propelled vehicles – Form 637.
A.758/42 Employment of airmen on agricultural work (Amended by A.816/42, A.889/42, and 1389/42).
A.820/42 Camouflage of Mechanical Transport
A.821/42 Substitution of Standard Tread Tyres for Cross Country Tyres.
A.829/42 Tyre Treads.
A.887/42 Promotion of airmen.
A.915/42 Garaging of Service Cars away from R.A.F. Parent Stations.
A.1010/42 Driving Licenses for personnel of the R.A.F. Regiment.
A.1015/42 Accounting Procedure for Fuel and Oil in aircraft and M.T. Vehicles received from Civilian operated Units.
A.1016/42 Service Indents for Motor Fuel (Royal Observer Corps).
A.1018/42 Searchlights Servicing and Repair Responsibilities.
A.1038/42 R.A.F. Mechanical Transport – Organisation etc.
A.1039/42 Service M.T. – Use of by Civilian Met. Officers.
A.1044/42 Racks for Transportation of Propellors.
A.1072/42 Log Books – Entries in Transfer Log.
A.1103/42 Tampering with Speedometers, M.T. Vehicles.
A.1124/42 Driving of M.T. Vehicles by Airwomen Drivers.
A.1126/42 Check of Stocks of Fuel – Satellite Aerodromes.
A.1147/42 Screening of airmen in Ground Trades.
A.1149/42 R.A.F. Station, Prestwick – Visits by R.A.F. Vehicles.
A.1178/42 Prevention of Road Accidents.
A.1127/42 Use of R.A.F. Vehicles M.T. on repayment for Land Cultivation.
A.1241/42 Maintenance of Ground Equipment.
A.1256/42 Drivers (M.T.) Group V – Conditions of Service.
A.1291/42 Drivers M.T. – Allocation of Duties.
A.1299/42 Issues of Petrol by Army Units to R.A.F. Vehicles.
A.1308/42 Packing and Storage of Radial Exhaust Manifolds.
A.1355/42 Gloves, Leather – M.T. Drivers – R.A.F. Regiment.
A.1359/42 Schedule “G” Certificates.
A.1361/42 Misuse of Service Transport – Theft of Petrol.
A.1213/42 Allowances for Use of Motor Cycles, Pedal Cycles etc. in the United Kingdom – Service personnel.
A.1214/42 Allowances for Use of Motor Cycles, Pedal Cycles etc. in the United Kingdom – Civilian Personnel.
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A. 1396/42 Use of Schedule “G” Certificates for casual duty runs.
A. 1397/42 Camouflage for Mechanical Transport.
A. 12/43 Electrically Operated Equipment – Responsibility for Servicing.
A. 14/43 (Amended by A.206/43) Co-ordination of Control of Mechanical Transport.
A. 71/43 M.T. Fuel in Bulk – Dyeing on delivery at R.A.F. Stations and units.
A. 88/43 Supply of M.T. Fuel and other Pool products by the Petroleum Board Accounting Procedure.
A. 89/43 Use of Private Cars for Duty Journeys.
A.101/43 Driving of Private Cars run under Schedule “G” Certificates.
A. 113/43 Garaging of Service Cars away from R.A.F. Parent Stations.
A. 130/43 Spare Wheels for M.T. Vehicles (Cancels 303/42 and 385/42)
A. 131/43 Mechanical Transport – Danger of leaving mud Deposits on the Highway.
A. 176/43 Courts of Inquiry on Accidents (other than flying accidents) and other matters – War Time Procedure.
A. 205/43 M.T. Maintenance – Distribution of Servicing Responsibilities. Revised lay-out of Maintenance Schedules.
A. 278/43 Servicing of Vehicles towing Mobile Dental Vans.
A. 292/43 Conveyance of Personnel between quarters and place of Messing or Duty.
A. 307/43 Refuelling of Convoys at the R.C.A.F. Depot, Warrington.
A. 315/43 Disposal of Repairable spare parts arising from repair or reduction to produce of impressed M.T. Vehicles.
A. 492/43 Demands for M.T. Spares – Use of Part Numbers instead of reference numbers.
A. 524/43 Identification of R.A.F. Mechanical Transport.
A. 606/43 Road Traffic Act. 1930 – Towing of Vehicles.
A. 610/43 Economy in the use of M.T. Specialist Vehicles.
A. 629/43 Use of heating apparatus on Marine Craft.
A. 630/43 Aviation Fuels on Aircraft and M.T. Lubricating Oils and Demanding.
A. 631/43 Issue of Fuel to visiting R.A.F. M.T. Vehicles and to Works. Vehicles and Mobile Plant – Revised Accounting Procedure.
A. 655/43 M.T. Vehicles – Painting of Wheel clamping nuts on two-piece whells. [sic]
A. 674/43 Recreational Runs on partial repayment – General safety provisions.
A. 677/43 Marine Craft Repair and servicing.
A. 730/43 Mechanical Transport salvage arrangements in the United Kingdom.
A. 772/43 Maintenance of Kerbside petrol pumps at R.A.F. Stations.
A. 867/43 Disposal of M.T. Vehicles (refers observations beyond economical repair A.51/44)
A. 868/43 M.T. Vehicles – Use of Gnomist Cellophane for prevention of internal misting on screens.
A. 890/43 Conveyance of children to school by M.T. Vehicles.
A. 891/43 Camouflage painting of M.T. Vehicles (Gives Section ref.nos.)
A. 892/43 Use of Service Transport on behalf of N.A.A.F.I.
A. 893/43 Mechanical Transport – Rates for use on repayment.
A. 913/43 Repayment services involving labour, machinery etc. Rates of charges to be applied.
A. 914/43 Transfer of action in connection with Traffic Accidents at Home to the Claims Commission – (475/42 amended).
A. 1067/43 Petrol Rationing (Amended by A.201/44 and A. 628/44)
A. 1090/43 M.T. Carrying capacity passengers (Amended by A. 723/44)
A. 1098/43 Repair of Berg and Beck Clutch Plates.
A. 1113/43 Limitation of engine speed on M.T. Vehicles (SOB).
A.1154/43 Driving of Motor Vehicles by W.A.A.F. M.T. Drivers (Amended by A. 680/44)
A. 1250/43 W.A.A.F. Clothing (M.T. Drivers) (Amended by A. 296/44).
A. 1248/43 Speed regulations for M.T. Vehicles.
A. 1249/43 Recreational runs on partial repayment – general safety provisions.
A. 1222/43 Carrying capacity passengers.
A. 1223/43 Issue of M.T. petrol for use on mowers and other petrol consuming equipment used by R.A.F. Service Institutes.
A. 1325/43 Motor Vehicle leave permits (refers 253/40).
A.600/1247/43 Funerals.
A. 15/44 M.T. Vehicle repairs.
A. 31/44 R.A.F. M.T. Vehicles introduction and allocation of type Nos. Amended by A.232/44).
A. 51/44 Disposal of M.T. Vehicles at Home (Amends A.867/43)
A. 71/44 Mechanical Transport Spares for Impressed Vehicles, demanding procedure by R.A.F. Units in United Kingdom.
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A. 82/44 R.A.F. M.T. Vehicles – Introduction and allocation of type nos.
A.143/44 Bridge load classifications (A.291/44 and A.660/44 amends).
A.202/44 Immobilisation of M.T. vehicles (Amends A.683/41).
A.181/44 Speed regulations – M.T. vehicles.
A.201/44 Petrol Rationing.
A.309/44 Mechanical Transport – carrying capacity – passengers.
A.203/44 Wearing of crash helmet.
A.232/44 Introduction and allocation of type numbers (Amends A.31/44).
A.258/44 Carry capacity – goods. (Amends 309/44)
A.241/44 Motor vehicles Leave Permits.
A.291/44 Bridge load classification of R.A.F. M.T. vehicles (Amends A.143/44).
A.292/44 Identification of R.A.F. Mechanical Transport.
A.313/44 Issue of fuel to visiting R.A.F. M.T. Vehicles etc.
A.327/44 Operation of mobile cranes – safety precautions.
A.342/44 Driving of Motor Vehicles by airwomen M.T. Drivers.
A.372/44 Defect Reports – Procedure.
A.366/44 Driving of M.T. Vehicles by F.M.T’s, Group 1 and M.T.M’s Group 11.
A.464/44 Carriage of R.A.F. Stores and Equipment by Vehicles operated by M.O.W. Dept.
A.463/44 Driving of M.T. Vehicles – categorisation.
A.473/44 Recreational travel use of M.T. on partial repayment (A.677/44 amends).
A.486/44 Vehicle and Ground Danger markings on Airfields (See A.518/44).
A.519/44 Camouflage Painting of M.T. Vehicles.
A.544/44 Lifts in Service transport.
A.550/44 M.T. Vehicles allotted to a Contractor for repair – accounting procedure.
A.556/44 Marine Craft – repair and servicing.
A.609/44 Motor Vehicle Leave Permits.
A.632/44 Defects report procedure.
A.649/44 Use of R.A.F. M.T. on repayment for the conveyance of R.A.F. Benevolent Fund Representatives on certain occasions.
A.661/44 Requisitions and Recording of Mechanical Transport.
A.665/44 R.A.F. M.T. Vehicles – introduction and allocating type numbers.
A.660/44 Bridge Load classification of R.A.F. M.T. vehicles.
A.680/44 Driving of motor vehicles by airwomen M.T. Drivers.
A.896/44 Repair of M.T. Home Commands.
A.897/44 Camouflage painting of M.T. Vehicles (procedure for painting defined).
A.905/44 Cancels A.M.O. A.31/44.
A.875/44 Leave.
A.958/44 Dispersal of R.A.F. Mechanical Transport.
A.978/44 Mechanical Transport Accident Prevention.
A.977/44 Driving of Motor Vehicles by airwomen M.T. Drivers.
A.998/44 M.T. Lighting Restrictions.
A.995/44 Vehicle and ground Danger Marking on Airfields.
A.1010/44 Transport Facilities between London Railway Termini.
A.1020/44 as amended by A.1245/44. Mechanical Transport – Carrying Capacity – Passengers.
A.1036/44 Recreational Travel – Overseas.
A.1066/44 Transfer of action in connection with Traffic accidents.
A.1088/44 Identification of R.A.F. Mechanical Transport.
A.1103/44 Recreational Travel.
A.1134/44 Tyres and Tubes for M.T. vehicles – restriction.
A.1220/44 Driving of M.T. Vehicles by Fitters (M.T.) and M.T. Mechanics.
A.1262/44 Recreational Travel.
A. 10/45 Civilian Repair Organisation.
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[Underlined] OFFICERS ADVANCED TRAINING SCHOOL. [/underlined]
[Underlined] M.T. ADMINISTRATION – QUESTIONS. [/underlined]
1. If no M.T. Officer is established on a Station who is responsible for the M.T.?
2. Enumerate five important duties of a M.T. Officer.
3. Who controls M.T. operational matters?
4. Who controls M.T. Maintenance matters?
5. Why is it important that all requests for M.T. duty journeys should be made, whenever possible, 24 hours before the journey is undertaken?
6. On what occasions may civilian garage facilities be used by Service M.T.?
7. What useful purpose does a F.656 serve?
8. May a driver be issued with a Schedule ‘G’ certificate to use his motor car for private purposes. ?
9. Does an authorised user get any allowance for garaging his car?
10. How are recreational runs obtained?
11. Who is responsible for reporting M.T. accidents to Higher Authority?
12. When must a Court of Inquiry or Investigation be held with regard to M.T. accidents?
13. From whom is authority obtained for routine journeys?
14. How are spare parts obtained for M.T. Vehicles?
15. Why is a defects report book necessary in the M.T. Section )
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[date stamp of No. 1 Officers Advanced Training School Jun 1945]
10E5
[underlined] OFFICERS ADVANCED TRAINING SCHOOL
PRECIS: MESSING AND CATERING [/underlined]
References: K.R. & A.C.I. Ch. XX Sect. 111; A.P. 837 Sec. 15 (revised); A.P. 87A (R.A.F. Manual of Catering); Catering Bulletin:
A.M.Os. – “A” Series:- 33/43, 34/43, 132/43 201/43, 204/43, 227/43, 567/43, 702/43, 885/43, 896/43, 226/44, 406/44, 543/44, 777/44; 88/45.
“N” Series:- 283/45 & 365/45.
[underlined] Need for High Catering Standards [/underlined]
1. The influence of good catering on the morale, efficiency and discipline of a station is undoubted and indisputable. Monotonous dietary, indifferent cooking and slipshod service bring about dis-satisfaction and resentment. Good catering on the other hand, will result in fitness and cheerfulness, and will mitigate or ease the discomfort and fatigue of life under active service conditions, particularly of those coming from civilian life.
It is therefore incumbent upon all who are responsible for administration and discipline to ensure that slackness and complacency in catering are not tolerated, and that all reasonable assistance is given to those responsible for catering duties on R.A.F. Stations. The personal interest of station and unit commanders and senior administrative officers will encourage the station catering organisation to reach and maintain satisfactory standards.
[underlined] Catering Supervisory Organisation [/underlined]
2. (a) [underlined] Air Ministry [/underlined] – The supervision of catering is the responsibility of the Director General of Equipment. R.A.F. Supplies Liaison Officers, on the establishment of Air Ministry, are attached to each Army Command Headquarters, and can advise stations on matters relating to R.A.S.C. and N.A.A.F.I. supplies.
(b) [underlined] Commands [/underlined] – At all Home Commands and certain Group Headquarters, Catering Officers are borne on the staff of the Senior Equipment Staff Officer. They are responsible to their A.O.C. in C. or A.O.C. for questions of supplies, catering and food production at Stations within the Command.
(c) [underlined] Stations [/underlined] – The Senior Administrative Officer is responsible to the Station Commander for the catering standards of the station. The supervision of catering is done either by a Station Catering Officer or Warrant Officer Caterer, established for the purpose or, on small stations, by a Wing or Regional Officer who should visit to supervise and assist. Station Catering Officers have duties and responsibilities for the demanding, safe custody and distribution of all food supplies and emergency rationing. (A.M.Os. A.33/43 and A.34/43).
[underlined] Station Organisation [/underlined]
3. (a) [symbol] [underlined] Station Messing Committee [/underlined] – consists of
S.Ad.O president
Catering Officer
W.A.A.F. ‘G’ Officer
Representatives of Officers and Sergeants Messes
Representatives of Airman’s and Airwoman’s Messes
Senior Cooks
Institute Manager – should be co-opted as an ex-officia member.
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(b) Committee meets weekly – considers suggestions and complaints on Station Messing. Approves the basic diet sheet prepared by Catering Officer – from a general diet sheet emanating from Command or Group. Deals with various matters such as Staff, Rest Rooms, Hygiene and the like. Basic Diet sheet signed when approved by President, S.M.C., M.O., and Station Commander. Full Minutes of Meetings recorded – C.O. should see them at regular intervals.
[underlined] Officers having Messing Responsibilities [/underlined]
4. Station Commander, S.Ad.O., Catering Officer, M.O., Accountant Officer, Orderly Officer.
[underlined] Duties of Catering Officer [/underlined]
5. These are many and varied, the principal are
(a) Rations – demanding, safe-custody, issue, Reserve but excluding Air Crew Emergency Rations,
(b) Excessive under or over-drawing of Rations does not occur,
(c) No undue accumulation of food-stocks. Precautions against deterioration and fraud.
(d) Foodstuffs NOT contaminated in Kitchens and Ration Stores. Gas, Flies, Mice, Rats etc.
(e) By-Products,
(f) Cleanliness and Hygiene,
(g) Economy – eliminating waste caused by indifferent catering and cooking,
(h) [underlined] Staff [/underlined] – Welfare, training, supervision, duties, leave and off duty periods. Trade Testing, reclassification, promotion etc. and Field Cooking.
(j) [underlined] Generally [/underlined] – Drawing of Rations (F.140). Supervision of preparation of food in all Messes. Service at Meals, and the provision of varied, adequate, well-cooked and well-presented food.
(h) [sic] [underlined] The Catering Officer [/underlined] is not permitted to be allotted such specific duties as Officers’ Mess Secretary, Bar Officer, Messing Officer, Inventory Holder, President S.M.C. or Officer i/c Sergeants Mess. He can perform the duties of Orderly Officer. He is also not permitted to purchase foodstuffs for Officers and Sergeants Messes otherwise than from N.A.A.F.I. (A.M.O’s A.33/34 of 1943.)
[underlined] Universal Messing [/underlined]
6. [symbol] Introduced throughout R.A.F. on 1st March, 1943. Reasons:-
(a) To standardise Catering procedure
(b) To overcome competition in local markets for foodstuff supply.
(c) To ensure a standard dietary for all ranks.
Applicable to all Station Messes – Officers, N.C.O’s and Airman’s (Airwomen’s). Officers and N.C.O’s Messes can take full advantage of facilities offered by N.A.A.F.I. Officers and N.C.O’s Messes are at liberty to purchase from Mess Funds. “Extras” to improve or supplement Messing and to run their own kitchens. The purchasing of extras [deleted] are [/deleted] [inserted] is [/inserted] not made through the Catering Officer and is purely a Mess affair (Officers or Sergeants). The value of the “Supper Element” is recovered from Officers Messes. (A.M.O. A.34/43).
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[underlined] Rations [/underlined]
7. (a) [underlined] SOURCES R.A.S.C. [/underlined] supply all rationed foodstuffs – excepting bacon and butter supplied by N.A.A.F.I. Certain other commodities are supplied by N.A.A.F.I., i.e. Tinned Goods, Porridge and other cereals and vegetables.
(b) [underlined] TYPES [/underlined] (i) Standard Ration issued at home to those messed collectively.
(ii) Field Service issued abroad generally – at home under certain conditions.
(iii) Personal Rations issued to non-members of Messes, i.e. married personnel living in Married Quarters.
(c) VALUES – [underlined] Daily Ration entitlement. [/underlined] For units with a total Messing Strength of [underlined] over 100 [/underlined] (below 100 difference values).
R.A.F. Airmen – 1/7 3/4d. – W.A.A.F. Airwomen 1/5 1/2d.)
Officers 1/4 1/4d – Officers 1/2d)
late Apr 1945 to 31st Jul. 1945.
Additional allowance of 3/4d. for cocoa for personnel on special night duty.
The airmen’s ration entitlement is admissible for airwomen in all Messes where meals are prepared cooked and served from the same Kitchen. Similarly R.A.F. Officers entitlement value will be admissible for W.A.A.F. Officers. Under these arrangements the combined strength – men and women are to be used in determining entitlement. (A.M.0. N.365/45 and
(d) [underlined] FLYING AND EXTRA RATIONS [/UNDERLINED]
(i) Extra supplies of normal rations – for post operational breakfasts.
(ii) Supplies of easily digested foodstuffs – milk, eggs, oranges etc.
(iii) Rations for consumption in the air on flights of over 4 hours.
(iv) Emergency Flying Rations. (A.P. 837 para. [deleted] 466 [/deleted] [inserted] 508 [/inserted] A.M.O. A.567/43). Responsibility of Equipment Officer.
(v) Fresh Milk – 1/2 pt. per day is additional to normal entitlement for personnel under 18.
(vi) Fresh Milk – may be provided for airwomen at scale of 4 oz. per day.
(e) [underlined] MONEY ALLOWANCE IN LIEU – DAILY RATES [underlined]
[heading] [blank] – [underlined] Officers – Airmen & Airwomen [/underlined] [/heading]
(i) Lower rate (R.A.F.) – 1/4d. – 1/8d.
Lower rate (W.A.A.F.) – 1/2d. – 1/5d.
(ii) Higher rate (R.A.F. & W.A.A.F.) – 2/9d. – 3/2d.
(iii) Leave rate (R.A.F. & W.A.A.F.) – 3/4d. – 3/4d.
See A.P. 837 Sec. 37 para. 1011 (A.M.O. N.1229/44).
[underlined] Ration Drawing Procedure [/underlined]
8. The Catering Officer demands on the R.A.S.C. on F.140 (Quad.) for rations for the whole station, and after subtraction of the cost of this from the entitlement he knows how much he can spend at the N.A.A.F.I. Goods from the R.A.S.C. are normally collected by station transport and delivered to the main ration store, and there split up in proportion to the strength of the messes. N.A.A.F.I. purchases are normally requisitioned in bulk on F.848A, broken down, and distributed to messes by the Station Catering Officer. If, due to local conditions, the Station Commander decides that supplies should be broken down and delivered direct to messes from the N.A.A.F.I., the Station Commander is to satisfy himself that correct distribution is made.
/Contd…
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[underlined] Consequences of Ration Figures [/underlined]
9. [underlined] The Squadron Adjutant [/underlined] is responsible for the correct rendition of ration strengths to the catering officer daily. In view, however, of the re-allocation of certain administrative duties – where the Senior Accountant Officer has taken over such duties; he is responsible for ensuring that the correct messing strength figures are furnished to the Catering Officer daily.
[underlined] Casual Meals [/underlined]
10. Served to living out officers and visitors to a Mess. Mess charged with the cost on these meals as recovery to Public funds at the M.P.R.A. ([missing word] rebated by 6d. – at present 2/8d. Rations are claimed for these meals on basis of 1/3rd of days entitlement for breakfast and mid-day meal and 1/6th for tea and supper.
Most essential that a correct record is kept of these meals and that proper charges are made to living-out officers and visitors. (A.M.O. A.777/44, A.M.0. N.1229/44).
[underlined] Security [missing word] [/underlined]
11. Essential that rations are checked both on arrival at Station and on distribution. Might check on stock-keeping arrangements all issues [three missing words].
Under Food Centre conditions FOOD is great TEMPTATION – THEFT, SHORT DELIVERY of RATIONS must be prevented by constant checking and vigilance. C.O. should appoint an independent officer to make periodical snap checks of main ration store.
Orderly Officer is an essential link in the Catering organisation. He should check quantities and weights of incoming rations and supervise distribution. Should NOT sign F.140 until fully satisfied.
[underlined] By-Products [/underlined]
12. Money received for the sale of swill, inedible fats and bones is credited to the By-Products Account which is expended by the Catering Officer, in proportion to the strengths of the Messes, on articles calculated to improve the messing, e.g. saucepans, tea-urns, pie-making machinery. The account moneys are banked jointly with P.S.I.
Swill is sold for the Camp as a whole and includes swill from the N.A.A.F.I. under contract at the fixed rate of 15/-d per 100 personnel per month. Inedible fats are mainly obtained from grease-traps. (A.M.O. A.227/43, A.88/45).
[underlined] Cookhouse Hygiene [/underlined]
13. Kitchen and Dining halls must be clean – spotlessly clean. Filth and dirt will cause disease. Unclean habits among cooks can easily cause an epidemic on the Station. Following are important points.
(a) Washing facilities in cookhouse and toilets for staff – clean towels, soap and NAIL BRUSHES. (Issue 1 N.B. to each wash basin).
(b) Cooks – clean white clothing. Entitlement Airman Cook 4 complete sets.
Entitlement Airwoman Cook 6 White Overalls, 4 White Caps.
(c) Cookhouse machinery needs careful attention and should be sterilised daily. Mincing Machines may be polished on top – but no crawling with maggots inside.
(d) Flies, rats and mice are a great source of danger to health – by food contamination. Fly-papers and mouse traps can be obtained from N.A.A.F.I. and can be paid for from By-products Fund.
/Contd…..
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[underlined] Inspection of Cookhouse and Dining Halls [/underlined]
14. Points to be looked for by an inspecting officer:-
(a) Cleanliness – particularly stores and larders.
(b) Ventilation
(c) Windows fly-proofed
(d) Drains – interior and exterior, should be clean and unchoked.
(e) All, oven doors (wet and dry) opened and inspected
(f) Wash-up rooms require special attention
(g) Look for traces of mice and rats
(h) Except Cats – no other pets
(j) Swill bins clean and covered. No refuse on ground.
(k) Machinery clear and in working order
(l) First-aid equipment available
(m) All food – particularly fresh meat, covered with muslin or meat covers
(n) Roster of duties and day’s off for current week
(o) Fire Buckets and Extinguishers – ready for use
(p) No smoking in preparation rooms and kitchen
(q) No clothing, or uniforms lying around
(r) Mats and Shoe Scrapers outside entrances.
[underlined] Cooking [/underlined]
15. The whole standard of feeding depends on the treatment the rations receive; the rations themselves are very rarely at fault. Constant supervision is essential to ensure that good food is not spoilt by indifferent cooking; the usual manifestation of this being the automatic adoption of the easiest method of preparing the meat for the table, for example, stew, instead of curry or meat pie. Ensure that the best use is made of food available.
Watch the service and method of presentation. Well cooked food becomes unappetising if the service is slow or slapdash. Insist upon quick, neat, service. Cooks should be instructed, before the meal begins, of the correct amount of food to place on each plate. This will avoid irregular portions and also the danger of the food supply running out. Vegetables should be served on the self-help principle. Cooks should be dressed in clean whites when serving. Hands must be clean. Finger nails must be clean and not long.
If large numbers have to be fed, every effort should be made to get the queue inside the dining room in inclement weather.
Swill bins should be watched and a check kept upon excessive waste. Orderly N.C.Os. should be on duty in the dining hall at all meal times to preserve order and to prevent food being thrown into swill bins.
[underlined] Communal Messing [/underlined]
16. In general R.A.F. and W.A.A.F. feed together. This has obvious advantages from an economy viewpoint, but needs attention to ensure that the W.A.A.F. interests are not completely subordinated.
Shortage of food has removed the objection that they require different food, but they do want it served well and made as attractive as possible, and it is essential that they are well represented on the S.M.C., not merely in numbers, but by women able to put forward the W.A.A.F. point of view. There should also be a W.A.A.F. member of the Corporal’s Club Committee. Where R.A.F. and W.A.A.F. feed together rations are drawn for all at the men’s scale. The W.A.A.F. Orderly Officer should inspect the cookhouse at night when airwomen are working there.
[underlined] Staff [/underlined]
17. Cookhouse staff have one of the hardest and most disagreeable jobs on the Station – they work at irregular hours are often called upon to
/Contd…..
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perform long and arduous spells of duty – are frequently overlooked from the Welfare point of view.
Rest rooms should be provided either in or adjacent to the Cookhouse. Should be comfortable with means of recreation, periodicals, radio, gramaphone [sic] – funds can be obtained from P.S.I. or By-Products Fund. Hours of work should not exceed 50 – 54 hours per week – one clear day off duty each week – so far as is possible notified a week in advance. This is particularly appreciated by W.A.A.F. personnel – shopping – hair-waving etc. etc.
A little thought and organisation in Staff management will be amply repaid.
[underlined] Field Service U.K. Scheme [/underlined]
18. Alternative arrangements exist on a basis of one man, one ration, one source. Should transport considerations make it advisable, units go over to F.S. (U.K.). This means that N.A.A.F.I. is cut out, the R.A.S.C. assuming complete responsibility for provisioning the unit. The ration is generous but care is needed to ensure that the best use is made of it, as there is a tendency with increased amounts but fewer ingredients for the food to lack variety.
[underlined] Field Cookery [/underlined]
19. It is essential that all cooks, R.A.F. and W.A.A.F. should be conversant with cooking under field conditions. An improvised field kitchen should be erected, by the cooks, using only scrap metal, empty tins, etc.
The following points should be taught:-
(a) Camouflage (Natural)
(b) Hygiene and Sanitation. Grease traps. Incinerator.
(c) General lay out of field kitchen.
(d) Cooking by waste oil and water.
(e) Purification of water.
(f) Composition of ration packs.
(A.P. 87A, Part IV, paras. 110-122).
[underlined] Pig and Poultry Keeping [/underlined]
20. For permission application through Group or Command H.Q. to A.M. E.46. No stock to be purchased until permission granted. Application to keep pigs off confines of station not allowed. No pig may be slaughtered without licence from Area Meat and Live Stock Officer of Ministry of Food. Meat and offal from slaughtered pigs may only be consumed by members of unit [underlined] and on no account sold or given away [/underlined] to other Messes at other stations. The price charged not to exceed the current R.A.S.C. price. (A.M.O. A.180/42). A.M.O. A.283/45.
[underlined] REMEMBER [/underlined]
It is incontestable that good cooking and messing have a most important bearing on the meaintenance [sic] of morale and good discipline. If service personnel are well fed, properly housed and their creature comforts are adequately safeguarded, they will respond readily to all demands made upon them, and in time of crisis and stress they will not fail.
[underlined] Amendments to this Precis: [/underlined]
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[date stamp of No. 1 Officers Advanced Training School Jun 1945]
27A5
[underlined] OFFICERS ADVANCED TRAINING SCHOOL
PRECIS: POWERS OF PUNISHMENT [/underlined]
Appendices:- “A” – Table of Punishments – Airmen.
“B” – Table of Punishments – Airwomen.
Addendum:- Aircrew Discipline.
References:- M.A.F.L. – A.F.A. Sects. 46 and 47
K.R. Ch. XV. Sect. 1V.
A.P. 837, Sects. 25 and 26 and App. 2.
[underlined] Punishments awarded summarily [/underlined]
1. Punishments divided into two groups:-
(a) Summary Punishments.
(b) Minor Punishments.
2. [underlined] Summary punishments [/underlined] – more serious and all affect pay:-
(a) Detention – maximum 28 days.
(b) Field Punishment – maximum 28 days.
(c) Penal Forfeiture of Pay – maximum 28 days.
(d) Fines for Drunkenness – maximum £1 (£2 with A.O.C’s authority)
(e) Deduction from Pay (to make good loss or damage) – normally limited to equivalent of 14 days’ full pay.
3. [underlined] Minor Punishments [/underlined] – less severe and do not of themselves involve loss of pay:-
(a) Severe reprimand.
(b) Reprimand
(c) Confinement to Camp – maximum 14 days.
(d) Extra Guards or Pickets – maximum 3 (for guard offences only)
(e) Admonition (for first offences not of an aggravated nature).
4. Before awarding summary punishment, C.O. must offer accused right to elect trial by C.M. Also, before awarding minor punishment for absence without leave involving automatic forfeiture of pay (see para. 13 below). If accused DOES elect trial, C.O. MUST NOT WITHDRAW OFFER and award minor punishment.
5. List of punishments, indicating who may award, set out in App. “A” to this precis. These are only punishments recognised by A.F.A. for offences dealt with summarily by C.O. or subordinate commander.
[underlined] C.O.’s Powers of Punishment [/underlined]
6. [underlined] N.C.Os. including acting W.Os. [/underlined]:-
(a) One Summary punishment – deduction from pay (to make good loss or damage).
(b) Three Minor punishments:-
(i) Severe Reprimand
(ii) Reprimand
(iii) Admonition
(N.B.) N.C.Os cannot be fined for drunkenness; C.O. cannot dispose of charge of drunkenness against N.C.O. without permission of A.O.C. (K.R. 1152 (2)).
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7. [underlined] Aircraftmen [/underlined]:-
(a) [underlined] Five summary punishments [/underlined]:-
(i) [underlined] Detention [/underlined] – up to 28 days, but not more than 168 hours for 1st offence of absence without leave not exceeding 7 days. If C.O. F.L. or below, maximum 168 hours, except absence without leave in excess of 7 days, when he can (but is not bound to) award one day’s detention for each day of absence up to limit of 28 days.
(ii) [underlined] Field Punishment [/underlined] – maximum 28 days (only awarded on active service in the field).
(iii) [underlined] Penal forfeiture of pay [/underlined] – maximum 28 days.
(iv) [underlined] Fines for Drunkenness [/underlined] – within the following limits:-
1st Offence – not exceeding 5/-
2nd Offence – not exceeding 10/-
3rd Offence – not exceeding 15/-
4th Offence – not exceeding 20/-
5th and subsequent – not exceeding 20/- or, with A.O.C’s permission, up to 40/-.
(v) [underlined] Deduction from pay [/underlined] (to make good loss or damage) normally limited to equivalent of 14 days’ full pay. Always to be awarded as specific sum of money.
(b) [underlined] Three minor punishments [/underlined]:-
(i) C.C. – up to 14 days.
(ii) Extra guards – up to 3
(iii) Admonition.
[underlined] Subordinate Commander’s Powers of Punishment [/underlined]
8. Delegated by C.O. by name, conveniently published in S.R.Os. Powers less if Subordinate Commander F.L. or below.
9. [underlined] Squadron Leader and above [/underlined]:-
(a) One summary punishment – fines for drunkenness to aircraftmen, up to 20/-.
(b) Minor punishments, as for C.O.
10. [underlined] Flight Lieutenant and below [/underlined]:-
(a) One summary punishment – fines for drunkenness, to aircraftmen, up to 15/-
(b) Minor punishments:-
(i) N.C.Os. – Reprimand or Admonition – TO CORPORALS ONLY.
(ii) Aircraftmen – C.C., 7 days; extra guards, 3; admonition.
NOTE that a subordinate commander F.L. or below cannot deal with Senior N.C.O.
[underlined] Detachment Commander’s Powers of Punishment [/underlined]
11. For definition see K.R. 1139 (A.L. 133). Same powers as C.O. of corresponding rank, but if F.L. or below his powers may be restricted by superior authority.
/Contd….
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[underlined] Conjoint Awards [/underlined]
12. Where circumstances demand it, summary and minor punishments may be awarded together, except that:-
(a) A minor punishment not to be conjoined with detention exceeding 168 hours.
(b) Only penal forfeiture of pay may be conjoined with field punishment.
[underlined] Absence without leave [/underlined]
13. Points to note:-
(a) Charge should state time absence commenced and ended, and show days and hours absent.
(b) Pay forfeited automatically as follows:-
(i) Less than 6 hours, nil, unless absence caused duty to be performed by other person.
(ii) 6 hours to 24 hours, 1 day.
(iii) over 24 hours, 1 day for each complete 24 hours, plus one day for any remaining part of 24 hours, however small.
(c) Absence must be proved and some punishment awarded before forfeiture takes effect.
(d) Automatic forfeiture gives right to elect trial by C.M.
(e) Number of days forfeiture to be stated after punishment awarded but not as part of punishment.
(f) Forfeiture to be recorded in Remarks column of F.160 or F.281, thus: “Forfeits ……….. day’s pay under K.R. 3470”.
[underlined] Procedure when Badges of Rank covered [/underlined]
14. W.Os. and N.C.Os who cover badges of rank during work or training are dealt with in their former rank. (A.815/42.)
[underlined] Reduction of Punishments [/underlined]
15. C.O. cannot increase punishment he has awarded, but he can reduce it. C.O. can remit Subordinate Commander’s punishment but cannot increase it.
[underlined] Reversions [/underlined]
16. C.O. can deprive acting W.O. or N.C.O. of acting rank (except acting unpaid Cpl. R.A.F.P.) for an offence but cannot at the same time award summary or minor punishment. No right to elect trial by C.M.
[underlined] Curtailment of Privileges [/underlined]
17. Policy as set out in A.P. 837 para. 771 modified by A.M. letter A. 601787/43/S.10 (c) dated 10.5.44.
[underlined] Good Conduct Badges. [/underlined]
18. G.C.Bs. affected by punishments as under:-
(a) Detention or field punishment results in automatic forfeiture of all G.C.Bs.
(b) With any other punishment which constitutes “Service Entry” on [underlined] Service [/underlined] conduct Sheet (see K.R. 2153) offender may be deprived of one or more G.C.Bs. at discretion of C.O. If C.O. Squadron Leader or below, obtain authority from Wing
/Contd……
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Commander or above.
(c) Punishments constituting “Service Entries” result in delay of award or restoration of G.C.Bs. (A.P. 837 Sect. 38).
[underlined] Effect of Punishments on Airmen’s Career and Pay [/underlined]
19. Commanders must understand how punishment can affect airmen’s careers and pay in following ways:-
(a) G.C.Bs. – see para. 18 above
(b) Character assessments – see K.R. 2140.
(c) Prospects of promotion.
(d) Loss of pay when undergoing detention (or field punishment).
[underlined] A.O.C’s Summary Powers over Officers and Warrant Officers [/underlined]
20. A.O.C. has power to deal summarily with R.A.F. or W.A.A.F. officers below Squadron Leader and W.Os. (not acting S.L. or W.O.) for certain offences set out in K.R. 1153. Following punishments may be awarded:-
(a) Forfeiture of seniority not exceeding 12 months.
(b) Deduction from pay to make good loss or damage.
(c) Reprimand or severe reprimand.
(a) and (b) give right to elect trial by C.M.
[underlined] W.A.A.F. Discipline [/underlined]
21. W.A.A.F. personnel subject to modified form of A.F.A.; only certain sections apply, and all civil offences dealt with by civil authorities.
22. Charge against, or application by, airwoman invariably to be heard first by a W.A.A.F. Subordinate Commander.
23. All ranks of W.A.A.F. may be sent for trial by C.M.
24. For punishments awarded by C.O. and W.A.A.F. Subordinate Commander to N.C.Os. and aircraftwomen, see App. “B” to this precis. For W.A.A.F. officers and W.Os. position same as for R.A.F.
[underlined] Amendments to this precis [/underlined]
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[underlined] APPENDIX “A” TO PRECIS ON POWERS OF PUNISHMENT [/underlined]
[table of punishments for airmen]
[underlined] NOTES: [/underlined] the above are the maximum powers of punishment. The actual sentence for any offence should depend upon the seriousness of the offence, coupled with the airman’s previous record.
(a) For conjoint awards see K.R. 1146.
(b) The C.O. or Detachment Commander has powers limited if F.L. or below (K.R. 1138, 2 (a) and K.R. 1139).
(c) For distinction between forfeiture of Good Conduct Badges and Deprivation at discretion of awarding officer, see K.R. 1181.
(d) The Offender must be given the opportunity of electing trial by Court Martial if it is proposed to award him any Summary Punishment, or if it is proposed to award him minor punishment for absence without leave involving automatic forfeiture of pay. Failure to give this right of election makes the award invalid.
(e) For a first offence of A.W.O.L. if not more than 7 days, not more than 168 hours detention may be awarded. (K.R. 1138 (2) (a)).
(f) Penal forfeiture of pay is not to be confused with Automatic forfeiture for absence without leave under K.R. 3470.
(g) For scale of fines for Drunkenness see K.R. 1152 (6) and 1141, 2 (c).
(h) To make good loss, damage, etc. See A.F.A. Sect. 138 (4).
(i) But only when awarded conjointly with another punishment which itself entails a Service Entry (K.R. 2153 (7)
(j) Confinement to camp for 7 days or less entails neither Service Entry nor Deprivation of G.C. Badges – but see note (n).
(k) An acting W.O. or N.C.O. (except Acting Corporal R.A.F.P. under K.R. 509) may be ordered to revert to his permanent rank or classification. (K.R. 1142, A.F.A. Sect. 182 note 3.)
(l) Only awarded for offences connected with Guard or Picket Duties. K.R. 1138 (5) (c)
(m) Includes Acting Warrant Officer.
(n) Unless awarded for A.W.L. exceeding 2 days.
(Appendix ‘B’ over page.
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[underlined] APPENDIX “B” TO PRECIS ON POWERS ON PUNISHMENT [/underlined]
[table of punishment – airwomen]
NOTES: The above are the maximum powers of punishment. The actual sentence for any offence should depend upon the seriousness of the offence, coupled with the airwoman’s previous record.
(a) Commanding Officer is, for this purpose, in case of W.A.A.F. Station, the W.A.A.F. Officer appointed to command or exercising command in the absence of the Commanding Officer, and in the case of a R.A.F. Station, the Station Commander, whether appointed as such or exercising the functions of Station Commander under K.R. 54 and 112.
(b) A W.A.A.F. Subordinate Commander’s power of punishment require to be delegated to her by name. They may be restricted to less than the maximum if the experience of the subordinate commander renders such restrictions desirable.
(c) Penal forfeiture of pay is not to be confused with automatic forfeiture for absence without leave under K.R. 3470.
(d) Cannot be conjoined with C.C.
(e) An acting N.C.O. may be ordered to revert to her permanent rank or classification under K.R. 1142, but is not liable to summary or minor punishment as well. In the case of reversion from acting rank, an offender does not have the option of trial by C.M.
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[underlined] OFFICERS ADVANCED TRAINING SCHOOL
AD ENDUM [sic] TO PRECIS ON POWERS OF PUNISHMENT
AIRCREW DISCIPLINE [/underlined]
[underlined] General [/underlined]
1. The following is a summary of disciplinary and administrative provisions designed to assist C.Os. in regard to aircrew discipline.
[underlined] Officers and Warrant Officers [/underlined]
2. Disciplinary action under Air Force Act:-
(a) Summary disposal by A.O.C. – for offences by Flight Lieutenants and below and Warrant Officers. (Acting Squadron Leaders and Acting Warrant Officers not dealt with in this manner). See K.R. 1153 for offences punishable summarily by A.O.C.; these include:-
(i) Neglect to obey general, local or other orders (A.F.A. Sec. 11)
(ii) Negligently damaging aircraft (A.F.A. Sec. 39A (i) (a))
(iii) Breaches of K.Rs. (A.F.A. Sec. 40).
(Low flying offences not to be disposed of summarily except with Air Ministry approval – A.M.O. A.696/43 as amended by A.1269/43.)
[underlined] Punishments [/underlined]:-
Reprimand
Severe Reprimand
Forfeiture of Seniority (not exceeding 12 months);
Deduction of Pay to make good loss or damage.
(not in case of officers involved as pilots in accident resulting in damage to aircraft – see A.M.C.O. A.28/43)
(b) [underlined] Courts Martial [/underlined]
For really serious offences application for trial by General Court Martial may be made.
3. Administrative action:-
(a) [underlined] Reproof [/underlined] under K.R. 1154 may be administered either by C.O. or on report to Group, by A.O.C. for offences not serious enough to merit disciplinary action under A.F.A.
(b) [underlined] Deferment of promotion:- [/underlined]
(i) by withholding recommendation for appointment to acting rank, or
(ii) action under A.1251/42 to defer time promotion to F.O. or F.L. by delay of 1, 2 or 3 months according to gravity of offence.
(see A.M.C.O. A.23/43 para. 12 (ii))
(c) [underlined] Log Book endorsement [/underlined] – adverse endorsement in red ink – see A.M.C.O. A.23/43.
(d) [underlined] Disciplinary Course [/underlined] at Air Crew Refresher School, R.A.F. Sheffield. Purpose of this course explained in Appendix “B” to precis of lecture on Flying Accidents.
/Contd…………
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/Contd…
(c) Disciplinary training within unit. Within discretion of C.O. to give extra training to officer or W.O. if necessary for his benefit, not by way of punishment, but for training where conduct of individual shows this to be necessary. Examples where such training might benefit:-
(i) Faulty cockpit drill – extra cockpit drill, instruction on ground over and above syllabus, followed by written exam.
(ii) Faulty engine handling – attached to C.T.O. for for [sic] his disposal in training.
(iii) Faulty gun handling – extra armament training on guns and ground instructional equipment.
(iv) Bombing faults – attach to armament section to learn bombing up, etc.
(v) Radio faults – further training on ground instructional equipment.
(vi) Bad flying or navigating – link trainer, beam approach practice.
4. See also A.P. 837 paras. 733 – 735 A.
[underlined] Aircrew (other than officers and Warrant Officers) [/underlined]
5. Disciplinary action under A.F.A.:-
(a) Summary disposal by C.O. – N.C.Os (including Acting Warrant Officers) may be dealt with on lines explained in precis of lecture on Powers of Punishment, (see para. 2 (a) (iii) above regarding penal deductions to make good loss or damage).
(b) [underlined] Reversion of Acting Warrant Officer or Acting N.C.O. [/underlined] – dealt with in lecture on Powers of Punishment.
(c) [underlined] Application for trial by District Court Martial [/underlined] – for cases too serious for summary disposal.
6. Administrative action:-
(a) [underlined] Reduction under K.R. 504 [/underlined] – A.O.C. empowered under K.R. 504 and A.M.O. A.830/43 to reduce N.C.Os for misconduct. Normal disciplinary action must be taken before C.O. recommends reduction of offender by A.O.C. C.O’s letter recommending this action to be seen and initialled by N.C.O. who may make statement. (A.830/43 does not apply to R.A.A.F. – A.1337/43).
(b) [underlined] Deferment of Promotion [/underlined] – C.Os should consider each individual carefully when submitting recommendations for approval by A.O.C. Promotion may be delayed by A.O.C. if recent adverse entries on Conduct Sheet. (One Group does not approve promotion unless Conduct Sheet shows clear 3 months free of reprimand or 6 months free of severe reprimand.)
(c) [underlined] Commission Recommendations [/underlined] – may be postponed if entries of Reprimand or Severe Reprimand on Conduct Sheets. (One Group delays recommendations until 6 months clear of reprimand and 12 months clear of severe reprimand).
(d) [underlined] Log book Endorsements, Disciplinary Course A.C.R.S., Disciplinary Training [/underlined] – same considerations as above in case of officers.
[page break]
[underlined] OFFICERS ADVANCED TRAINING SCHOOL
POWERS OF PUNISHMENT – QUESTIONS [/underlined]
1. An officer is charged with an offence; may the C.O. (a) dismiss [inserted] YES [/inserted] the charge? (b) Dispose of the charge and punish the officer? [inserted] NO [/inserted]
2. On an airman electing trial by C.M. may the C.O. in order to save time and trouble of a C.M., withdraw his offer, and dispose of the case summarily by awarding a minor punishment? [inserted] NO [/inserted]
3. What punishments may a C.O. award to a N.C.O.? [inserted] Reprimands Deduction from pay Admonish. [/inserted]
4. If C.O. orders deduction from pay to make good loss or damage, what is the normal limit, and how must the amount be stated? [inserted] up to 14 days pay Sum stated [/inserted]
5. Corporal Dickens is charged with 1st offence of drunkenness, and remanded by his Subordinate Commander for C.O. What action may be taken by C.O. What punishment may be awarded by C.O.? [inserted] Remand to C M Rep if perm from AOC [/inserted]
6. Is there any record that a C.O., who has awarded a summary punishment, asked accused whether he elected trial by C.M.? [inserted] Record on F160 [/inserted]
7. Which of the following punishments, awarded by a S.L. Subordinate Commander to a L.A.C., are incorrect and why?
(a) 7 days C.C. [inserted] [symbol] [/inserted]
(b) 3 extra guards [inserted] if guard offence [/inserted]
(c) Admonition [inserted] [symbol] [/inserted]
(d) 14 days Penal Forfeiture of Pay [inserted] X [/inserted]
(e) Reprimand [inserted] X [/inserted]
(f) Severe reprimand [inserted] X [/inserted]
(g) 168 hours of detention [inserted] X [/inserted]
(h) 10/- fine for 2nd offence of drunkenness [inserted] [symbol] [/inserted]
(j) 15/- deduction from pay to make good loss or damage. [inserted] X [/inserted]
8. What as a general rule is the maximum period of detention that a C.O. may award an aircraftman? Are there any exceptions? [inserted] 28 days [/inserted]
9. When and to whom, may the punishment of extra guards be awarded?
10. Which of the following punishments, awarded by a W/Cdr. C.O. are incorrect, and why?
(a) 10 days detention to an A.O.1. absent without leave for 5 days, 10 hours, 33 minutes. Accused has clean conduct sheet. [inserted] X 7 days max. [/inserted]
(b) 5/- fine for a 2nd offence of drunkenness by an A.C.1. [inserted] [symbol] [/inserted]
(c) 3 days C.C. to an A.C.2 charged with being late on guard mounting parade. [inserted] [symbol] [/inserted]
(d) 5/- deduction from pay to an A.C.1 to make good damage. [inserted] X [/inserted]
(e) 20/- fine to A.C.1 for 4th offence of drunkenness. [inserted] X [/inserted]
(f) 7 days C.C. to a L.A.C. for stealing a bun from the N.A.A.F.I.
/Contd……
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12. The Officer Commanding your Squadron is a S.L. and has been delegated the powers of a Subordinate Commander. What are his powers of (a) Summary punishment and (b) Minor punishment over – (i) N.C.O’s and (ii) Aircraftmen? [inserted] NO/ai “/all [/inserted]
13. By whom can 14 days C.C. be awarded? [inserted] CO. (Sub C S/Ldr) [/inserted]
14. What summary punishments may be given by a F.L. Subordinate Commander and to whom.? [inserted] A/Cs drunkenness only [/inserted]
15. What minor punishments may be given by a F.L. Subordinate Commander to (a) N.C.O’s, (b) Aircraftmen? [inserted] a) Rep to Cpl b Several [/inserted]
16. What are the powers of a Detachment Commander?
17. Are the following conjoint awards valid?
(a) 168 hours detention and 7 days C.C. to an A.C.1 [inserted] YES. [/inserted]
(b) 10 days detention and 7 days C.C. to an A.C.1 [inserted] NO. [/inserted]
(c) 10 days detention and 10/- deduction from pay to a L.A.C. to make good loss or damage. [inserted] YES. [/inserted]
(d) Severe reprimand and 15/- deduction from pay to a N.C.O. to make good loss or damage. [inserted] YES. [/inserted]
18. (a) What awards by a C.O. entail automatic forfeiture of all G.C.B’s? [inserted] Retention/Field Punishment [/inserted]
(b) When is the forfeiture of G.C.B’s discretionary?
(c) Who may exercise this discretion?
19. The A.O.C. has summary powers of disposal of certain charges against certain persons:-
(a) What are the ranks of these persons? [inserted] F/L and Below – W/O [/inserted]
(b) What punishment can he award? [inserted] Loss of Seniority. Deduction from Pay. Reprimand. [/inserted]
(c) Which of these punishments gives the right to elect trial by C.M.?
20. May (a) a W.A.A.F. Officer (b) a W.A.A.F. N.C.O. (c) an A.C.W. be sent for trial by C.M.?
21. What summary punishments may be given by a C.O. to (a) a W.A.A.F. N.C.O. (b) an A.C.W.?
22. What minor punishments may be given by a C.O. to (a) a W.A.A.F. N.C.O. (b) an A.C.W.?
23. How does an airman know that he has forfeited pay for absence without leave?
24. What specific punishments when awarded to an aircraftman give him the right to elect trial by C.M.?
25. An aircraftman is found guilty of absence without leave for:-
(a) 4 hours 10 mins [inserted] NONE [/inserted]
(b) 14 hours 34 mins. [inserted] 1 DAY [/inserted]
(c) 3 days 4 hours 36 mins. [inserted] 4 DAYS [/inserted]
How many days pay is forfeited in each instance?
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First document covers punishment awarded summarily, C.O's powers of punishment, subordinate commander's powers of punishment, detachment commander's powers of punishment, procedures when badges of rank covered, reduction of punishments, reversions, curtailment of privileges, good conduct badges, effect of punishment on airmen's career and pay, A.O.C's summary powers over officers and warrant officers and WAAF discipline. Followed by two appendixes with tables of punishment for airmen and airwomen as well as further addendum document on powers of punishment - aircrew discipline, Finally a two pages of questions.
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[date stamp of No. 1 Officers Advanced Training School Jun 1945]
9E5
[underlined] OFFICERS ADVANCED TRAINING SCHOOL
PRECIS: SERGEANTS’ MESSES [/underlined]
References: K.R. 1702-1722, Chapter XX, Section 11.
A.P. 1408 – Standard Instructions for keeping non-public accounts.
A.M.Os. A.621/41, A.66/44, [missing letter].482/44, A.874/41, A.1121/43, A.1228/44., A.168/45
[underlined] Formation and Control [/underlined]
1. (a) To be formed when practicable.
(b) Advantages of a well-run mess. Introductions to mess life.
(c) Importance to N.C.Os subsequently commissioned.
(d) Discipline, tone, hospitality.
(K.R. 1702)
[underlined] Membership [/underlined]
2. (a) Full. Affiliated. Honorary.
(b) Every Warrant Officer, Flight Sergeant, and Sergeant to be member of mess.
(c) Affiliated and Honorary members not eligible for office or entitled to vote.
(K.R. 1704)
[underlined] Subscriptions and Contributions [/underlined]
3. (a) Living-in not exceeding 1/3rd of 1 day’s ordinary pay-monthly.
Living-out “ “ 1/6th “ “ “ “ “ – “
(b) Subscription charges during absence on leave but NOT during periods of more than 10 consecutive days in hospital or on sick leave.
(c) Daily rate of messing decided by Committee and approved by C.O.
(K.R. 1705)
[underlined] Payment – Mess Bills [/underlined]
4. (a) Date of payment laid down by C.O. An advantage for Mess bills, to be payable periodically on pay days. (K.R. 1706)
(b) Unpaid Mess bills of Members, deceased, missing or P.O.W.
[underlined] Discipline [/underlined]
5. (a) Senior W.O. or N.C.O. responsible
(b) Treating between full and honorary members forbidden.
(c) No credit given for bar sales – strict cash basis
(K.R. 1707, 1709, 1710).
[underlined] Entertainments [/underlined]
6. (a) Concurrence of two thirds of members in general meeting necessary.
(b) Sanction of C.O. to be obtained.
(c) Liquor consumed, except by guests, not chargeable against funds. (K.R. 1708)
[underlined] Mess Equipment – Insurance [/underlined]
7. (a) Scale laid down in A.P. 830, Vol. 111
(b) Property purchased out of Mess Funds or grant from Air Ministry and is the property of the Mess.
(c) The property mentioned in (ii) must be insured against fire and theft.
/Contd…
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(d) Mess must protect itself against claims under W.C.A.
(e) If Mess property exceeds £1000 in value, war-risk insurance is compulsory – if £1000 or below £1000 insurance is voluntary, but in event of loss or damage no recovery can be made or compensation paid if insurance not effected. (K.R. 1711 & 1713. AMO. A.621/41).
(f) Fidelity Guarantee insurance on civilian employee (Mess Steward) handling cash.
[underlined] Mess Meetings [/underlined]
8. (a) Held monthly – senior W.O. or N.C.O. presides
(b) Minutes recorded – submitted to C.O. for approval.
(c) Monthly statements of accounts (K.R. 1714).
[underlined] Mess Management [/underlined]
9. The following are responsible for management and supervision:-
(a) Officer in charge, appointed by C.O.
(b) Chairman of Mess Committee – appointed for 4-monthly accounting period.
(c) Committee of 3 additional to chairman
[symbol] (d) Caterer – rank of sergeant – NOT being member of [inserted] [symbol] [/inserted] Committee. [inserted] 1 MONTH [/inserted]
[symbol] (e) Treasurer – rank W.O. or F/Sgt. NOT BEING Member of [inserted] [symbol] [/inserted] Committee (K.R. 1346, 1715.) [inserted] 4 MONTHS [/inserted]
([underlined] Note: Sub-para. 2 of 1715 is important.) [/underlined]
[underlined] Responsibility of C.O. [/underlined]
10. (a) Appointment of officer in charge.
(b) The proper application of funds and compliance with regulations relating to checking of accounts and that they are audited.
(c) Surprise check of cash and cash book.
(d) Operation of Banking Account only by officer in charge. (K.R. 1716)
(e) (Note:- Sub-para. 6 of K.R. 1716 suspended during war by A.M.O. N.473/40).
[underlined] Responsibilities and duties of officer in charge [/underlined]
11. (a) Immediate supervision, conduct, discipline, management.
(b) Accounts, cash and finance including banking.
(c) Issue to Treasurer cash not exceeding £5.
(d) Permitted to spend up to £5 on any one transaction on behalf of Mess.
(e) Carry out check of commodities, bar stock and cash at intervals laid down by C.O.
(f) Inform C.O. of all outstanding accounts by 16th of each month and report names of members whose mess bills are unpaid. Seven days grace is allowed. (K.R. 1717, A.M.O. A.482/44 (Amended by A.355/45)
[underlined] Duties of Chairman, Caterer and Treasurer [/underlined]
12. (a) The duties of these officials are defined in these paragraphs.
(b) The Chairman must see and approve all orders for stock.
(c) The books to be maintained by the Mess are detailed in K.R. 1721.
(K.R. 1718/1720).
[underlined] Amendments to this precis [/underlined]
[page break]
[underlined] OFFICERS ADVANCED TRAINING SCHOOL
QUESTIONS: SERGEANTS’ MESSES [/underlined]
1. What ar [sic] the advantages of a Sergeants’ Mess to a Station?
2. Are affiliated or honorary members entitled to attend Mess Meetings? [inserted] NO [/inserted]
3. What is the subscription monthly of a living-in Member? [inserted] 1/3 [/inserted]
4. Is the monthly Mess Subscription charged during absence on leave? [inserted] YES. [/inserted]
5. “ “ “ “ “ “ during absence in hospital? [inserted] – 10 days [/inserted]
6. Who approves the daily rate of messing? [inserted] Station Commander [/inserted]
7. When is a convenient time to require payment of mess bills? [inserted] Pay-days [/inserted]
8. Are bar sales effected in cash or on the chit system? [inserted] cash. [/inserted]
9. Who is responsible for order and discipline in Mess? [inserted] Senior N.C.O. [/inserted]
10. What proportion of members requisite to enable members to hold a dance? [inserted] 2/3 [/inserted]
11. Who pays for liquor consumed by guests?
12. In what publication is the scale of Mess Equipment found?
13. What equipment or property actually belongs to the Mess?
14. What classes of insurance is it necessary or desirable for the Mess to effect?
15. Who presides at a Mess Meeting?
16. Is it necessary for the recorded minutes of a Mess Meeting to be approved by the C.O.? [inserted] Yes [/inserted]
17. State briefly the officials who are responsible for the management of mess. [inserted] officer i/c. C.M.C., Committee, Caterer etc. [/inserted]
18. Can an existing member of the Committee be appointed Treasurer? [inserted] NO [/inserted]
19. Can the Treasurer be re-appointed after he has served one four-monthly accounting period? [inserted] NO [/inserted]
20. Is it permissible for the Treasurer to be assisted by an N.C.O. of accounting branch? [inserted] Yes [/inserted]
21. Name one of the principal duties of the Station commander towards the Sergeants’ Mess.
22. Who is responsible for the proper application of mess funds? [inserted] Station Com. [/inserted]
23. “ “ “ “ “ operation of the banking account? [inserted] officer i/c [/inserted]
24. Who receives from the Treasurer the cash collected in the Mess? [inserted] “ [/inserted]
25. Is it permissible to use cash collected in Mess to discharge bills or for petty cash transactions? [inserted] No. [/inserted]
26. What sum may be expended in any one transaction on behalf of Mess and by whom?
/Contd….
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27. Who is responsible for the correctness of mess accounts and balance sheets to be presented to the four-monthly audit boards?
28. Who approves orders for stock given on behalf of Mess.
29. What sum is the Treasurer authorised to hold as petty cash; from whom does he receive it?
30. Who is the custodian of the following Mess Books?
(a) The bar stock book. [inserted] Caterer [/inserted]
(b) The ledger. [inserted] Treasurer [/inserted]
(c) The petty cash book. [inserted] Treasurer [/inserted]
(d) The cash book. [inserted] Officer i/c [/inserted]
(e) The minute book. [inserted] CMC. [/inserted]
31. What publication details instructions for the keeping of above mentioned books?
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