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I think you mean *what* drone. Police saying it might not even exist as no footage, only human verbal reports with no details exist.
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« Reply #46 on: December 24, 2018, 13:05:57 » |
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hmmm. Video of interview with Police not withdrawn yet...
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« Reply #47 on: December 24, 2018, 14:10:32 » |
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I suspect that some of the initial reported sightings were real, but that the situation then degenerated into hysteria, with most subsequent reports being mistaken.
I also consider it possible that a large drone, or even a manned glider or microlight was flown at a permitted distance from the airport, and was mistaken for a smaller craft much nearer.
If the initial drone flights WERE a deliberate attempt to cause disruption, then those responsible are probably very impressed with the results.
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A proper intercity train has a minimum of 8 coaches, gangwayed throughout, with first at one end, and a full sized buffet car between first and standard.
It has space for cycles, surfboards,luggage etc.
A 5 car DMU▸ is not a proper inter-city train. The 5+5 and 9 car DMUs are almost as bad.
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« Reply #48 on: December 24, 2018, 14:14:03 » |
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It's starting to remind me of the Warminster "Thing"......................
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« Reply #49 on: December 24, 2018, 17:17:44 » |
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From the BBC» A couple arrested over the Gatwick Airport drone chaos that halted flights have received £200,000 in compensation.
Armed police stormed the home of Paul and Elaine Gait in December 2018, and held them for 36 hours after drones caused the airport to close repeatedly.
The couple were released without charge, and sued Sussex Police for wrongful arrest and false imprisonment.
On Sunday, their legal team announced the force had agreed to an out-of-court settlement package.
Sussex Police confirmed it has paid the couple the £55,000 owed in damages, and law firm Howard Kennedy said it has billed the force an additional £145,000 in legal costs.
... No they haven't received 200k - they've received 55k. The lawyers have received nearly three times that. |
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« Reply #51 on: June 14, 2020, 21:17:51 » |
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I must admit when I read that on the BBC» my first thought was what was the size of the legal bill.
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« Reply #52 on: June 15, 2020, 09:39:43 » |
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A good day for justice. "Don't worry my friend, we'll sue them for what's rightfully mine. I mean yours." The legal costs would been a lot higher had it gone to court, but the compensation wouldn't have been. Maybe the police needed a few reminders? The alibi seemed a bit flimsy - "We don't own a drone and were both at work". I'm no Inspector Clouseau, but reckon I could have confirmed or debunked that fairly quickly with resorting to any an early morning call with the Police Universal Doorkey.
Still, £55,000 for 36 hours work - could someone start a rumour about me flying drones near airports please?
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« Reply #53 on: June 15, 2020, 10:03:42 » |
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Still, £55,000 for 36 hours work - could someone start a rumour about me flying drones near airports please?
I have liked (and I know you jest) - but I urge caution. 36 hours could turn into 37 years. Forgive this being a Facebook link ... https://www.facebook.com/AGTLiveTour/videos/1131819503856215/ |
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« Reply #54 on: June 15, 2020, 13:18:41 » |
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I certainly wouldn't try it in any of those former colonies where justice remains arbitrary, but we remain more tolerant over here, including of idiots. So I should be OK. |
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