How do you like being stationed in the UK?

Elizabeth Allenrep — Thu, 27 Dec 2018 21:28:36 -0500

I think I would consider it for a duty station? , iwill be picking a medical MOS

Response by PO1 Steve Newton made Dec 27 at 2018 9:29 PM

PO1 Steve Newton — Thu, 27 Dec 2018 21:29:44 -0500

Not an airman but I loved it

Response by PO1 William "Chip" Nagel made Dec 27 at 2018 9:42 PM

PO1 William "Chip" Nagel — Thu, 27 Dec 2018 21:42:03 -0500

Elizabeth Allenrep 3 Years in London, 1 Year in Diego Garcia, I loved My Tour of Duty in England and Loved being a Guest of Her Majesty's Government for 4 Years.

Response by SFC Private RallyPoint Member made Dec 27 at 2018 10:02 PM

SFC Private RallyPoint Member — Thu, 27 Dec 2018 22:02:53 -0500

Depends on what branch you're going into. I think only the air force has any military treatment facilities in England. I don't know if the air force gives you a guaranteed pick of duty stations like the Army does, but your chance of getting both the MOS you want and your choice of duty station on first enlistment in any branch are pretty slim.

Response by MSgt John Taylor made Dec 28 at 2018 4:26 PM

MSgt John Taylor — Fri, 28 Dec 2018 16:26:58 -0500

I spent 9 years there, great place and people. Just remember that just because we have a common tongue, doesn't mean that all things are the same. Enjoy the UK and embrace the differences.

Response by MSgt Steven Holt, NRP, CCEMT-P made Dec 28 at 2018 9:49 PM

MSgt Steven Holt, NRP, CCEMT-P — Fri, 28 Dec 2018 21:49:17 -0500

I spent 3 years at RAF Feltwell starting in 1999. I loved every minute being in the Country. The assignment itself, not so much but that is another story for another day. Best advice I can offer if you do end up in the UK is to get out and explore. Experience everything you can (within reason) of the culture and learn to appreciate the differences. Given the opportunity, I would go back for an extended visit in a heartbeat!

* ONE BIT OF WARNING * You may speak a similar form of English but you do NOT speak the same language! Learn the local slang, the subtle meanings, and what common phrases you may be used to that could be considered terrible insults in British culture and vice versa.

Response by SSgt Private RallyPoint Member made Jan 22 at 2019 8:03 AM

SSgt Private RallyPoint Member — Tue, 22 Jan 2019 08:03:42 -0500

I was stationed in England twice,and am often asked if I liked it. Nope!! I LOVED IT!!