Raf Hercules Pilot Awarded Dfc

[willedoo]

The RAF C-130 pilot involved in the rescue of oil workers in Libya has been awarded the Distinguished Flying Cross.

 

http://www.timeslive.co.za/local/2012/05/13/saaf-reject-wins-top-honour-in-royal-air-force

 

 

[siznaudin]

I thought this bit was, er - interesting!

 

Asked what it was like trying to fly a large transport aircraft close to the ground while under fire, he replied: "It gets your attention and certainly focuses the mind."