Aero-News: Quote of the Day

ANN's Quote of the Day usually derives from current news, though we reserve the right to pick quotes out of history that have a bearing on the day's events and issues.

Sometimes, you'll find them timely and in keeping with the content of the day's news... and sometimes, they'll just be thought-provoking.

Reader suggestions and comments are welcome... and if particularly intriguing, timely, or poignant, may themselves become future Quotes of the Day.

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Aero-News Quote of the Day

"We are clearly sorry to see the Nimrod MR2 retire but today is an opportunity to reflect on the marvelous contribution to national security made by the Maritime Patrol Force. The Nimrod has been involved in every major conflict in the last 40 years as well as protecting the UK's shores and supporting those working at sea through its Search and Rescue role. Much of our work has necessarily been shrouded in secrecy, but it is with great pride, affection and confidence that we say farewell to this version of 'The Mighty Hunter'."

Source: RAF Kinloss Station Commander, Group Captain Robbie Noel, on Friday, March 26, as VIPs, RAF personnel, their families and a number of veterans attended an event at RAF Kinloss to mark the last days of the Nimrod MR2.

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