In which case, he'd also know that as a Lt Cdr he has options in the RN that don't involve flying. That's the bittersweet with regards to promotion. Of course it's a shame that he will no longer be flying the Harrier, but something had to go and IMO it could have been worse.
From the BBC website
Dr Fox said there would be a range of helicopters and unmanned aircraft which would still be able to fly from them
As one door closes.......
On a side note...
said: "I am a Harrier pilot
Always the first thing they say, isn't it .......
