TD it is as well to remember that the Military is a very conservative organisation. Officers don't get promoted by being controversial or making a noise. I am not suggesting that is what is going on here, but I do believe the majority are uncomfortable with involving press and media in general. I urge you to continue. This thread may have run run it's course for now. But you still have a lot of support for your cause.
If I was still serving, I would absolutely reject the argument that the level of risk being asked of crews is acceptable when very easy safety solutions are on the table. lack of money is a pathetic reason to bury heads in sands. Money is always available to those who know how to ask for it and £500m is already being spent on aircraft self-protection (post XV179).
Good luck with your cause.
Last edited by nigegilb; 28th June 2007 at 18:59.