Total random question for yous , on camps etc even squadrons when putting the ensign up. I was wondering what type of whistle do they use for this is there a specific they use on bases etc? As i want to get 1 for us but dont know which whistle to get exactly any links would be helpful.
I think they’re often ACME whistles like this one, from what I’ve seen
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We use something like this:
Although it’s an original one (I think) 
Just a regular sports whistle is fine on a lanyard. We aren’t in the Navy and need a precise pitch sound, just make sure you have a protocol for hygiene. Also ensure it’s kept clean especially if a “pea” inside as a blockage and you are struggling!
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I’d say the Acme type is more traditional but anything is fine.
I use my Great Aunt’s ARP whistle (it’s the same pattern as the WW1 ‘trench whisles’, but stamped ARP).
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The RAF now leave their ensigns flying. Would be nice for RAFAC squadrons to leave theirs up too.
The given reason of recognising 24/7 operations is a really nice cover for the real reason: one less job for the orderly officer to do twice a day!
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It started over COVID - having three people stood together and sharing a whistle was also a no no - everyone would have had to provide their own whistle
The Foreign Office has always (for as long I know anyway) flown the Union Jack 24/7, due to its worldwide network of embassies, etc.
When deployed with the Army, they only lowered and re-raised flags when one unit was handing over to another,