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Privacy NoticeKing Charles is on the hunt for a new high-flying employee with a “competitive” salary and attractive benefits, which could be the “perfect” opportunity for Prince Andrew to make his royal comeback. The Daily Mail’s Royal correspondent Richard Eden cheekily suggested that this could be the ideal way for the Duke of York to return to Royal duties after stepping back five years ago. The job in question is a helicopter pilot who would enjoy a “competitive” salary and be responsible for flying members of the Royal Family around the UK for official engagements. Prince Andrew has previous experience in this area, having served as a helicopter pilot and warship captain during the Falklands War aboard the HMS Invincible. The job advert on the Royal Household website is seeking an “experienced multi-engine helicopter commander” who could serve as either the main pilot or co-pilot. The ad reads: “The King’s Helicopter Flight (TKHF) consists of a small team of pilots and ground support staff who provide an exceptional helicopter travel service to Members of the Royal Family undertaking official engagements across the UK.”
King Charles is reportedly advertising for a helicopter pilot
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Alongside the technical requirements, including “extensive flying experience in multi-engine helicopters”, the successful candidate will need to show “high levels of initiative, pro-activity and problem-solving capability,” reports the Scottish Daily Express. The job listing highlights the need for someone with “excellent communication and interpersonal skills” and emphasizes the importance of promoting a “actively promote a safe, open and honest working culture”. Deadline for applications is 23.55 on November 3, and the role comes with an attractive offer including “generous benefits package”, complimentary lunches, and an “excellent” pension scheme.
Prince Andrew served in the Royal Navy as a helicopter pilot and warship captain during the Falklands War
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Reflecting on the Falklands War, the Express reported in 2024, Prince Andrew, at the behest of his mother, the late Queen Elizabeth, served on the front line amidst apprehensions from some Cabinet members who preferred a desk job for him. Dodging Argentine jets, Andrew is said to have flown a helicopter around HMS Invincible to redirect missiles intended for the ship. He also co-piloted a Sea King helicopter during the mission to rescue sailors from the SS Atlantic Conveyor, which had been struck by Exocet missiles – a moment he labelled as the “most frightening moment of my war”. The conflict erupted in 1982 following Argentina’s claim over the UK overseas territory, leading to hostilities that claimed 907 lives – 649 Argentinian, 255 British, and three Falkland Islanders.Story SavedYou can find this story in My Bookmarks.Or by navigating to the user icon in the top right.Follow OK! MagazineFacebookTwitterCommentMore OnPrince AndrewRoyal FamilyKing Charles III
