Royal Navy's flying visit a thrill for pupils.

From: Irish Independent (Dublin, Republic of Ireland) | Date: May 17, 2008 | Copyright information

Royal Navy's flying visit a thrill for pupils

A VETERAN Royal Navy rescue helicopter crew delivered a thrilling surprise for 400 Irish children yesterday as they landed in a school playground as part of a special courtesy visit.

More than 400 children -- and hundreds of parents and locals -- thronged St Mary's national school in Knocknaheeny, Cork, yesterday as the Royal Navy Westland Sea King made a dramatic landing in the playground. The visit -- which was c...

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