RAF Holyhead
(n.) An alternative name for RAF Valley. RAF Valcatraz, Isle of Dreams
Definition linkRAF Valcatraz
(n.) Alternative name for RAF Valley. The Isle Of Dreams, RAF Holyhead,
Definition linkRapido
(Spanish Adv.) Spanish adverb used as substitute for the English word quickly or quick. Eg: “We need to do this pretty ~.” Snell
Definition linkRed air
(n.) One’s wife or partner. The enemy. Dragon ops, Long haired air marshall, CinC home command, M.R.S.
Definition linkReduce the boarding mass
(v.) To defecate. Increase the gliding range, Dump down to landing weight, A BITE and download, Drop a Paveway 6 cf. Irregular release
Definition linkReinvent the wheel
(v.) To try and find a solution to a problem that has already been solved using a satisfactory method.
Definition linkREMF
(acron. n.) Rear Echelon Mother Fucker. Someone who is not directly engaged in warfare and therefore is generally not overly concerned with the needs of those who are. PONTI cf. Blunty
Definition linkRetrograde
(v.) To leave a party, locale or group. From fighter affiliation training terminology. Bang out
Definition linkRev
(abbr.)
1. A, now obsolete, way of performing a task. cf. Mandraulically
2. A basic form of something, Eg. “~ banter.”
Definition linkRFI’s
(pl. n. acron.) Requests for information. Questions. Said instead of the word questions even though it takes longer to say. Eg. “Has anyone got any ~”
Definition linkRHIP
(acron.) Rank has it’s privileges. A term used by someone more senior that you as an excuse for preferential treatment. This does not override the “shotgun” rule.
Definition linkRim no damage
(adj.) An anal inspection. From air to air refuelling terminology.
Definition linkRing fenced
(v.) Reserved for a specific purpose, not to be used by others for other purposes.
Definition linkRinse out
(v.) To fly too close to something on the ground. Wax, Beat up, Wire, Wire cf. Dust off, Toast
Definition linkRocket-propelled deck chair
(n.) Ejection seat. Bang seat, Martin Baker option, Yellow and black taxi, Exit via the sunroof
Definition linkROE
(acron.) The Rules of Engagement, used out of context to describe any rules for any situation. Eg. “What’s the ~ for this meeting with the flight commanders?”
Definition linkRoger (Dodge)
(stat. R.T.) I have understood your last statement. cf Wilco
Definition linkRoll and pull
(v.) To become seriously ill or die. Arises from the action of rolling an aircraft inverted and pulling back on the stick thus flying the aircraft into the ground. Stoof in, tent peg
Definition linkRoll into
(v.) To continue seamlessly without a break into something else.
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