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Old 28th Jul 2022, 18:11
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dervish
 
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Thanks Chug

I bought the Kindle version and read it in one sitting. A well written in-depth investigation.

Not a harsh word about either the Reds or the pilot, the author spelling out why each were badly let down.

He identifies the failings that weren't mentioned in the RAF report. Among a series of revelations the biggest one is MoD lying to the court and family about previous occurrences. That meant the coroner ruled negligence but that it wasn't gross. I can't recall that being mentioned in the press.

The sub-title is 'The manslaughter of Jonathan Bayliss', which seems at first a bit presumptuous. But he sets out his case and by the end you're left thinking he might just be wrong. It's far worse.

A handbook for everyone involved in military aviation. £2.49 and proceeds to a worthy charity. BZ

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