So why could the ACO not have got Southernsailplanes to return the aircraft to airworthiness and provide ongoing maintenance, as Slingsby had done in the past? They appear to have the experience and the competence to do it. Perhaps the people at the top of the ACO just want to wash their hands of cadet flying?
Perhaps someone could persuade their MP to ask a question in the house? I've got no chance with mine, although she was recently sacked by Boris, I am certain that she is still a Conservative Party lackey.