Sir,
I honestly wish that I was able to say "Sir Eric"! However, I do know that was not in your "flight plan" but, nonetheless, it would have been more than deserved from your country !
However, those of us who knew and/or worked with you over the years, know that it is immaterial! WE know the real truth !!
I was going to say "Happy landings" - a totally pointless comment !!!
Sir, dark blue, light blue or khaki - we will remember you !
Bill.