Levan pointed out that Prince Harry had spent only 20 weeks in Afghanistan and was reportedly not the sole decision-maker while on the plane; rather, he was a companion. Casting doubt on the credibility of the award, Levan suggested that it might be one of those honors that require payment for recognition, drawing parallels to Megan's experiences.
Levan asserted, "I believe that this charity is one that you have to pay to get an award, and I think that would be very much taken from what Megan's done." She criticized instances where individuals, like Megan, have received accolades seemingly based on financial contributions rather than genuine merit.
In response to these allegations, GB News reached out to Archewell, the organization representing the Sussexes, which denied any involvement of money in the awards. The spokesperson from Archewell stated, "It's categorically untrue that any money changed hands in relation to these awards."
The controversy surrounding the Living Legends of Aviation award intensified as some internet users questioned its credibility. A screenshot from Wikipedia alleging that the award is paid for, coupled with doubts about Prince Harry passing his theoretical exam, led to increased skepticism. An online petition, initiated by Lady Cat S SW, called for a reconsideration of Prince Harry's award, citing inaccuracies in the information provided by the nonprofit organization.
The petition argued that as a relative of aviation pioneers Orville and Wilbur Wright, Emelia Earhart, and Neil Armstrong, Lady Cat S SW found the misrepresentation disrespectful to those who genuinely meet the qualifications for such awards. The petition urged Living Legends of Aviation to reconsider their decision, emphasizing the importance of recognizing true heroes based on merit and accurate representation rather than titles or perceived actions.
The controversy surrounding Prince Harry's new award gained attention, particularly as he was allegedly omitted from a new book's list of the top 200 military alumni from Sandhurst. Kent Pay's new book, "They Also Served," features notable graduates from the military academy, and the absence of Prince Harry raised eyebrows amid the ongoing discussions about his aviation accolade.
