This is the sort of thing that persuades most of us to say nothing.
From the original post by Mr Moncur:
“An unusual level of secrecy” – journalistic claptrap – MOD / RAF
PR probably could have done better but unusual and secrecy – sensationalism.
“A number of independent sources at the base” – suggests that they had some official knowledge rather than just what they might have heard.
“no denial whatsoever from two official RAF spokesmen” – suggesting that there was something to deny. I know that “no comment” can be reported as refused to comment but this takes the biscuit, using no denial to give something strength.
“even a confirmation that, among other things, possible human error will be investigated” – of course it will, along with 101 other things - sensationalism
“one of the most senior aviation writers in the UK confirming the theory” – adds weight to the uninformed. This expert may also have mentioned that Command Eject has been around for about 20 years.
Well said by Jackonicko in his post but it’s difficult to be misquoted or misinterpreted if nothing is said unless authorised. I’m afraid that it’s journos like Mr Moncur who build the walls.