The world-famous Red Arrows have been banned from appearing at the 2012
London Olympics because they are deemed "too British".
Organisers of the event say that the Arrows military background might be
"offensive" to other countries taking part in the Games. The display team
have performed at more than 4000 events worldwide, but the Department of
Culture, Media and Sport have deemed the display team "too militaristically
British". Red Arrows pilots were said to be "outraged", as they had hoped to
put on a truly world class display for the Games, something which had never
been seen before. Being axed from a British-based event for being "too
British" is an insult - the Arrows are a symbol of Britain ..
The Red Arrows have been excellent ambassadors for British overseas trade,
as they display their British-built Hawk aircraft all over the world.
The Arrows performed a short fly-past in 2005 when the winning bid was
announced, but their fly-past at the Games was to have been truly
spectacular.
It is to be hoped that common sense prevails
If you disagree with this decision, sign the petition on the link
http://petitions.pm.gov.uk/RedArrows...=redArrows2012
Please forward this if you think it worthwhile.
You know what to do.


LinkBack URL
About LinkBacks
Reply With Quote




