So you agree, the Southside. The gross negligence verdict should be removed.
The bottom line of this whole issue is the RAF's own rule in place at the time of the accident. In order to find deceased aircrew guilty of negligence, there has to be Absolutely no doubt whatsoever.
Irrespective of which particular aspect of the matter you focus on (and there are plenty that fit into the 'don't know what happened' bracket), the simple fact is that this required burden of proof has not been achieved satisfactorily. Why the Reviewing Officers ignored their own law, and why the MoD continue to support this, should be the question on everyone's lips.
My best, as always.
Brian
"Justice has no expiry date" - John Cook