King Charles offers up new job role – and it could be ‘perfect’ lifeline for Andrew
It’s been more than two years since the late Queen stripped Prince Andrew of his HRH title. But one royal commentator has suggested there is a way back into the fold for the Duke – although not in the way royal fans might think.
Andrew has kept a low-profile since his disastrous Newsnight interview with Emily Maitlis in 2019. And he is said to have further clashed with his older brother King Charles over his reported refusal to vacate Royal Lodge in favour of a smaller property. Frogmore Cottage has been suggested as a more appropriate residence over the sprawling 30-room Lodge.
Now, the Daily Mail’s Richard Eden has joked that Andrew could consider a job working for his sibling – one that perfectly matches his expertise.
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.
According to the Royal Household website, they are 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.”
Alongside the technical requirements, including “extensive flying experience in multi-engine helicopters”, the successful candidate will also need to show “high levels of initiative, pro-activity and problem-solving capability”.
