The RAAF aircraft apprentice scheme

Australia, 1957

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Shows opportunities for boys to take up trades in the RAAF. They begin a 5 year course at Wagga (NSW). Then according to aptitude and ambition, they go on to learn care and repair of ground transport, aero engines, aircraft, armaments, radio and electronic equipment. The film stresses the chances for a full life in training, higher study and promotion.

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Credits

producer

Geoffrey Thompson

production company

Australia. Royal Air Force. Films Advisory Bureau

Australia. Royal Australian Air Force

Duration

00:15:33:00

Production places
Australia
Production dates
1957

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