rewriting history
Never underestimate the ability of the 'system' to rewrite history.
Even while the Battle of Britain was being fought the 'brass' were plotting and scheming to remove the only two persons who kept their cool.
It took over 20 years to right the wrong,and longer to get the facts out there.
Despite the fact that the Cadet organisation has failed in its remit to provide a flying training service to keen youngsters the official websites and brochures continue to flourish with the usual media hype and now the 'celeb' endorsements.
The situation has highlighted deficiencies in both leadership and competency from above, yet the volunteers at the 'coal face' who have for decades kept a safe system going with dedication and service have been treated with scant respect. It is always the easy option to do nothing and sadly this is becoming the norm in all manner of things nowadays, but HISTORY WILL RECORD that the ATC volunteer element of the gliding organisation has an unrivaled SAFE record of providing the required VENTURE ADVENTURE since its inception and has only been let down by poor leadership from the top.