Can not agree less with Old Ned re the value of flying training and indeed a flying tour for some engineers that occurred in the 60's. Although Tony Craig stood out, indeed he totally out shone me as a recent CFS graduate when I flew with student Craig on a so called instructional sortie at Church Fenton, there were other engineers whom I met that had a much better understanding of the aircrew side of things as a result of their flying experience.
Could it not be to the Services advantage for Prince William to have been given a chance to experience all three services, after all we need all the friends in high places we can get.
Last edited by Art Field; 11th Oct 2007 at 09:54.
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