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Old 15th Jan 2019, 18:50
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New batch of MK3's

If anyone in the higher echelons of the Air Cadets knew anything about gliding they would now be realising that the T31 did everything it was supposed to do; and all with an enviable safety record.
It is not beyond the wit of man to lay a new batch down incorporating new materials where required.
Get the Scouts onboard and you have a youth development (open to anyone) program back in business.
All that running around and fresh air and hey presto less long term issues for the NHS a win win all round !!!
The Gliding aspect of the Cadets was always far more than just the flying; it was about teamwork,decision making, self development, leadership, and group work without loosing the individual spirit.
Of course there will have to be a cull at the top end because that's where the problem is.
Its not 'drug rehab' we need it's getting youth 'hooked' on real life issues and making their own way in the world.
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