Only day 2 and it feels like we have been here a lot longer. I think some of that is down to the fact that the group is getting on really well together. There are basically 3 squadrons here and we are now coming together as a flight.
Today started with our first block inspection and after all the hard work last night we were hoping for a good result. It's as hot as an over in the block and waiting for the corporal to arrive while in full kit and with nerves we were all soon sweating. But with only a minor few defects we got a good result and the next step will be the sergeants inspection on Tuesday.
A quick test on yesterday's lesson followed 100% for me :-), and then GSK resists for those who failed yesterday. All passed 2nd time round.
We were able to see the old WW1 trenches which were used during training in 1914 today as they were recently restored by the RAF. Very moving actually seeing the battlefield from the viewpoint of the trenches.
More lessons in the afternoon and back to the block for dinner and sorting kit. Had a bit of time tonight for shopping at the NAFFI aka SPA and a couple of beers following my heroic efforts running yesterday.
Tomorrow we start Rifle week and need webbing jet sacks and helmet in the morning so more kit to get ready. Can't wait to get started on the rifle and get more hands on with the learning.
11pm lights out and off to bed. Hope my blisters are better in the morning.
Dave (AC Beatley)
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