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 If you disagree with this decision, sign
the petition on the link below


http://petitions.pm.gov.uk/RedArrows...=redArrows2012