Thanks for the reply EA. I do think that Cmdt Air Cadets does carry the can for all of this, unless and until the truth of the situation is proven otherwise. Good luck with your attempts to shine some light on events. I must admit, my initial reaction to the grounding of the aircraft was that it seemed to be a sensible response to an acute problem. However, the subsequent train of events are a worthy plot for a best-seller! Each turn and twist has piled-on obfuscation and intrigue. I find it hard to believe that very senior (rank) full-time RAF personel can be in control of this debacle yet still retain the confidence of the Air Force Board?
OAP