Bruce Dickinson (Iron Maiden) flying Britons out of Lebanon

[Greeby]

http://knac.com/article.asp?ArticleID=4798

Iron Maiden singer and licensed pilot Bruce Dickinson has airlifted 200 British citizens back to the UK yesterday from war-torn Lebanon.

Dickinson flew a Boeing 757 to the island of Cyprus where he picked up the UK nationals and flew them to Gatwick Airport in London.

An unnamed colleague tells the wire service WENN, "He was only too keen to get involved and help. He has a strong interest in the welfare of people caught up in international conflicts and cares about what is going on."

[acmavm]

1. Wow, I am impressed. And I mean that.

[Gormy Cuss]

2. Good for him. He saw something he could do to help and did it. n/t

[Tandalayo_Scheisskopf]

3. I know the Maiden boys.

Old friends. Bruce is a remarkable guy: licensed airline pilot in many types of planes and a world-class saber fencer, who once was in serious contention for a slot on the British Olympic Team.

One thing I can say about the lads: some of the nicest and most well-grounded blokes in the music biz.

[Mythsaje]

5. Cool to know...

Maiden was one of my favorite bands when I came of age, and, based upon their lyrics, I've always believed they had their heads on straight.

[IsIt1984Yet]

4. Wow. I had no idea he was so involved. Good for him!

:applause:

[jus_the_facts]

6. Awesome....totally awesome......

.....Maiden are quite literate...their lyrics tell that tale....now their compassionate side shows....I'm beyond impressed. :headbang:



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[jus_the_facts]

8. Caught Somewhere In Time ~ Iron Maiden

If you had the time to lose
An open mind and time to choose
Would you care to take a look
Or can you read me like a book

Time is always on my side
Time is always on my side

Can I tempt you come with me
Be devil may care fulfill your dream
If I said I'd take you there
Would you go would you be scared

Time is always on my side
Time is always on my side

Don't be afraid youre safe with me
Safe as any soul can be...
Honestly... just let yourself go

Caught somewhere in time
Caught somewhere in time
Caught somewhere in time... oh oh

Like a wolf in sheeps clothing
You try to hide your deepest sins
Of all the things that you've done wrong
And I know where you belong

Time is always on my side
Time is always on my side

Make an offer you can't refuse
You've only got your soul to lose...
Eternally... just let yourself go

Caught now in two minds!
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on edit...I used to own that Aces High poster...back in the day! :)

[Botany]

7. Way to go!

Saw a problem and did something to fix it. Can he be president as long as *
doesn't want the job?