While the Brits have emasculated themselves by locking up firearms
Seriously?
Oh wait, yes. I feel much less masculine for not carrying a six-shooter in my belt. I wouldn't mind one of those snazzy Stetson hats and a set of spurs too.
I think most normally adjusted people would at least recognise this as an over-reaction on the part of the police, even though I think it's fairly easy to accept that they were acting on information erroneously provided by another agency.
The aircraft was following a flightplan for heaven's sake, not something likely to occur if the occupants had nefarious intent. Drawn guns just weren't necessary.
Sometimes common sense has to be applied even when the letter of the law doesn't demand it.
I'd say the Kings have responded with incredible dignity and restraint under the circumstances. Good for them
