Nigel, you quoted my post but then listed points as if I'd argued against them.
The Inquest (in England) is meant to be non-adverserial but MoD (RAF) always seem keen to introduce unfounded accusations to divert attention from the main issues and are very good at persuading inquiries that certain witnesses shouldn't be called or facts revealed. Just an observation based on fact, including the Mull of Kintyre accident you mentioned.