FARINGDON: A motorcyclist killed on the A417 near the town, was Prince William’s former flying instructor.
Helicopter pilot James Hasssell, 36, a Warrant Officer Class 2, died on March 10 when his motorbike was involved in a collision with a truck.
A spokesman for the Prince said: “The Duke of Cambridge has been informed of the sad news and his thoughts are with Mr Hassell’s family.”
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