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The search and rescue helicopter teams of the British Navy and the RAF to be privatised
London, UK - Prince William's objections futile
The search and rescue helicopter teams of the British Navy and the RAF (Royal Air Force) will be privatized, despite the objections of Prince William. By 2016 such duties will have to be passed to civilians thus replacing 90 pilots of the armed forces. This move will mean the end to 60 years of military search and rescue operations that saved thousands of lives, both at sea and off mountain tops....
AVIONEWS - World Aeronautical Press Agency - 1136060
AVIONEWS - World Aeronautical Press Agency
AVIONEWS - World Aeronautical Press Agency