Originally Posted by
Ubehagligpolitiker
The bottom line is that following the decision to scrap Nimrod UK is in breach of its international SAR responsibilities and it is only a question of time until we are caught out. Compensation for negligence through a civilian court, say in the USA, could be eye watering.
Did not know that countries had internationally legal responsibilities to provide a SAR capability nor that you could sue if you did not get rescued! Good grief.