This is a most interesting and relevant thread, and I have acquired more knowledge of Air Traffic Services in the process than all my PPL training.
One question - the TCAS system described by SkyCop - does anyone know if the fast miltary traffic operating in the North of England routinely carry this system to warn of the presence of GA traffic? If so this would go some way to reducing my anxiety and desire for a radar service when flying in this area.
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[This message has been edited by valerian (edited 07 February 2001).]