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Old 19th Apr 2014, 10:59
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AnglianAV8R
 
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Pardon this mere civvy joining in.

Putting those three airframes on a US military register may well be a solution to this particular issue. However, what remains to be solved is a deep systemic problem in the MOD/RAF. It is probably the case that those three aircraft are airworthy and suitable for the intended purpose, but they are haunted by a series of disgraceful and deliberate lapses in proper airworthiness maintenance.

I wonder if the powers that be in Whitehall would be willing to admit our shortcomings, accept that we have lost a degree of expertise and accept help to restore a meaningful airworthiness certification capability.

In the meantime, whilst admiring the truly gallant efforts of all military personnel at the sharp end, they deserve better. I have lost all faith in the top table.
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