Many years ago, Mildenhall had a 'no go' area north side where they kept the Silk Purse '135's. It was marked with a red line, 'Do not cross or you'll be shot' markings etc. Picture the scene when a civilian contractor in his van is driving along the taxiway, and gets distracted by a big jet taking off.
Thus did he stray into the no go area, triggering alarms and all sorts of mayhem. He was stopped by a security van crossing his bows and invited to step out of the van, a hand on the scruff of the neck assisted this, and then allowed to inspect the concrete with his nose pressed up against it, a boot in the back of his neck, and an M16 tapping against his right ear.......
This happened right in front of where all the spotters used to meet, so plenty of witnesses to it all. After five minutes or so, good order was restored, and he went off in his van to change his underwear.....
Ahh, the good old days........