I think this could prove even more dangerous for helicopter pilots out there. To be taken hostage, with better security measures in place would be more difficult than it was back 6 or 7 years ago, but I think Phone Wind has a point when he says that now, rather than being taken hostage, you may be shot at with some fairly heavy duty weaponry. MEND is now talking about attacks on oil installations and in the recent attack on the AGIP base in Port Harcourt at least one Aero helicopter was damaged by a stray bullet. I think those of you who are there now deserve every kobo and more of any extra allowances you get paid for being there.
The census is over, the hostages are released - keep your eyes open, your heads down and exercise caution wherever you go. Fly safe gents (and ladies, where applicable
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