That's a shame. I started on the Essex ASU at Boreham in 1992. Twin Squibbal G-XPOL.
It was fun in those days. The Plod were competent and happy and we could fly "properly".
Started with Stab Binos, upgraded to Hand Held Stab FLIR (Aegema I think). Eventually got a proper Flir and downlink with all the toys.
The scrotes never knew what was coming next.
Many a happy memory and great tasking with Essex ASU. Great bunch of guys and girls.
Ford had a motorsport rally test track around Boreham airfield. I never beat Louise Aitken Walker round that track!
Happy Days catching scum and home for tea and medals!