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Prince William's Ex-Instructor Dies After Cancer Battle

2/13/2025

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Zach Stubbings, once Prince William's flying instructor, tragically passed away at 47 after a courageous decade-long fight against cancer, believed to be caused by toxic fumes from Sea King helicopters. His 2,500 flying hours have sparked urgent discussions about military health risks. Stubbings is survived by his wife, Anna-Louise, who has endured her own heartbreaking losses.

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Zach Stubbings, once Prince William's flying instructor, tragically passed away at 47 after a courageous decade-long fight against cancer, believed to be caused by toxic fumes from Sea King helicopters. His 2,500 flying hours have sparked urgent discussions about military health risks. Stubbings is survived by his wife, Anna-Louise, who has endured her own heartbreaking losses.