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Ryan
28-05-2010, 05:35 AM
One of our friends has just been awarded his SAAF wings :) 2nd Lieutenant Riaan Venter :D

http://i7.photobucket.com/albums/y271/p51mustang/Miscl/_MG_6666.jpg

Not only was Riaan awarded his wings but he also collected several prizes along the way:

The Air Command Floating Trophy, awarded to the student who obtained the highest percentage during the theoretical phase
http://i7.photobucket.com/albums/y271/p51mustang/Miscl/_MG_6677.jpg


The Air Force Board Floating Trophy, awarded to the student who obtained the highest overall percentage during the flying phase
http://i7.photobucket.com/albums/y271/p51mustang/Miscl/_MG_6681.jpg

The Inkwazi Floating Trophy, awarded to the student who obtained the highest overall percentage on the Pilot's Wings Course
http://i7.photobucket.com/albums/y271/p51mustang/Miscl/_MG_6684.jpg

Pretty much a clean sweep!
Humpty's Revenge
28-05-2010, 08:21 AM
He did really well! It`s like an Formula 1 trophy seasion for 1st, 2nd & third places all won by the same guy. I bet he was extremely chuffed!!

Does he get to keep them for good or is it just for that year?

The only wings I`ve ever got are these.....
WildCards
28-05-2010, 08:56 AM
Does the SAAF have any planes or do they just run around with their arms out?
maori_by_nature
28-05-2010, 09:21 AM
Does the SAAF have any planes or do they just run around with their arms out?

i think your thinking of the new zealand airforce there mate lol
Ryan
28-05-2010, 09:54 AM
Does he get to keep them for good or is it just for that year?


Because they are "floating trophies", they are kept for one year, yes. He is quite chuffed - soon he will be attending 85 Combat Flying School for his jet conversion where he will remain for a couple of years flying the BAe Hawk Mk 120 before ultimately moving onto the SAAB JAS 39 Gripen C/D.
Ryan
28-05-2010, 10:00 AM
Does the SAAF have any planes or do they just run around with their arms out?

15 flying squadrons operating 20 different aircraft types.
Barney
28-05-2010, 03:53 PM
15 flying squadrons operating 20 different aircraft types.

When will they get uniforms to fit?????
Kieran
28-05-2010, 07:11 PM
Does the SAAF have any planes or do they just run around with their arms out?

PMSL!! /haz /haz

Congratulations to your friend, Ryan. :)