Helicopter crew face no charges
Scud-U-Like`s comments are rather too partisan to be able to claim a balanced approach to the debate over military low flying within UK airspace. Not many realise that the whole of the UK below 2000feet is regarded as low flying area with the exception of Class A airspace and major conurbations. This affects all users of the airspace below 2000` as well as those on the ground in the line of fire.
Alleged breaches of flying regulations usually result in inconclusive findings and no further action for military crews.
As to the essential nature of military low flying - for fast jets why train for a technique which, judging by recent conflicts, is obsolete and declined as a tactical option by modern battlefield commanders. For helicopters - why fly at 30` - 50`in populated areas guaranteed to cause upset and damage?
If the Coroner in this case is able to allay the growing safety concerns of the general public over military low flying by considering the pros and cons, then more power to his elbow.