Ancient Aviator,
I did, indeed, ask that very question of the MoD and was advised that all information was subject to legal priviledge. Mr Day was asked about the legal advice by the House of Lords Select Committee.
See Sep 2001, paras 332 - 338 inclusive.
http://www.publications.parliament.u...25/1092720.htm
PKPF68-77,
many thanks for the comments on the weather. We have never had a problem with the evidence of those on the Mull who, as you say, would be unable to comment on the extent of the cloud (apart from that which surrounded them). Mr Holbrook is the only witness looking at the Mull from the same direction as the pilots. I believe this witness should have been given more regard that that which was shown to him.
Why the pilots didn't turn is the crux of the matter. Serviceability of the aircraft prior to impact cannot be absolutely confirmed and why, following the selection of the next waypoint, did they continue on the same heading? Sadly, without a cockpit voice recorder or accident data recorder, we will never know with absolutely no doubt whatsoever.
Kind regards,
Brian
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