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Old 14th Jun 2011, 19:15
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Coconutty
 
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We have a procedure for our bobbies, using the autopilot.....
I once heard talk of a Police Air support Unit that had a drill to cover just such an occurrence,
where the Bobbies were trained on how to engage the Auto Pilot and then steer the aircraft
onto a course with a gradual descent to a large lake in their area.

Tthe aim was to jump out shortly before the aircraft splashed down, hopefully saving their lives,
and saving the lives of others because the machine wouldn't crash in a built up area.

Anyone know which Unit, and whether the drill is still in place ?

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