How much training did WW2 pilots get?

At the beginning of the war, flight training lasted nine months, with three months of primary, three months of basic, and three months of advanced training. Each pilot had 65 flying hours of primary training and 75 hours of both basic and advanced training.

Why do pilots preflight?

Before each and every flight, one of the pilots will conduct a preflight check to evaluate whether the aircraft is airworthy and fit to fly. This is done before every flight.

How many RAF pilots survived the whole war?

During the whole war, 51\% of aircrew were killed on operations, 12\% were killed or wounded in non-operational accidents and 13\% became prisoners of war or evaders. Only 24\% survived the war unscathed.

What is the purpose of a preflight assessment?

Preflight Assessment of the Aircraft The visual preflight assessment is an important step in mitigating airplane flight hazards. The purpose of the preflight assessment is to ensure that the airplane meets regulatory airworthiness standards and is in a safe mechanical condition prior to flight.

Why is there a red dot at the front of RAF planes?

The red is at the front of the fin flash on RAF aircraft so that it does not represent the French tricolour, just the three colours of the Union Flag. French, bleu-blanc-rouge.

What is the purpose of the first phase of flight?

This phase of flight provides the first opportunity for a pilot to safely assess the various factors of flight operations including the regulatory requirements, an evaluation of the airplane’s condition, and the pilot’s readiness for their pilot in command (PIC) responsibilities. Ground Operations Chapter 2 2-2 Figure 2-1.

Why does the pilot check the airplane logbook prior to flight?

It should be a matter of procedure by the pilot to inspect the airplane logbooks or a summary of the airworthy status prior to flight to ensure that the airplane records of maintenance, alteration, and inspections are current and correct.