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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 flypast in 2005 when the winning bid
was announced, but their flypast at the Games was to have been truly
spectacular.
It is to be hoped that common sense prevails, so if you disagree
with this decision, please sign the petition on the link.
I love to see them. I am biased though as one of our neighbours on camp was one of their pilots. Its considered a privelige to be chosen as they are some of the best pilots in the RAF.
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