“If Harry announces that he cannot accept his award and gives it to another credible and respected hero in aviation, it will be perceived as an honorable gesture. ALLA will save face, and The Duke of Sussex will have a brief reprieve from the public backlash.”
The Living Legends of Aviation Awards, which take place on Friday in Beverly Hills and will be hosted by Hollywood actor and qualified pilot John Travolta, will see Harry, alongside aviation and aerospace ‘legends’ such as Buzz Aldrin, Tom Cruise, Harrison Ford, and Morgan Freeman.
Aerospace icons set to be inducted alongside the Duke of Sussex this year include US Navy pilot Fred George and former world speed record holder Steve Hinton.
The event’s website emphasized Harry’s humanitarian efforts, military service, advocacy for mental wellness, and commitment to environmental causes, stating: “He has dedicated his life to advancing causes that he is passionate about and that bring about permanent change for people and places.”
