Hi all
Next time you stroll out to a Ryanair 737, see how many of them are apparently "flagged" in the Ivory Coast.I was always led to believe that flags are painted on aircraft or vehicles or clothing as if a flagstaff was on the left, regardless of whether the carrying item was advancing or retreating., that is, either left or right side, it doesn't matter, it must be orientated correctly.The flag-folding-into-a-triangle thing has come into vogue over here for the burial of military deceased.I think it's a fashion statement more than an honorific.
regards
TDD