A former Parachute Regiment soldier brings a lawsuit against the UK Ministry of Defence, alleging that exposure to the roar of military aircraft left him with hearing damage. The claim describes ongoing effects that include deafness, depression, and difficulty hearing sounds of everyday life. The soldier also alleges he cannot hear the “microwave ping,” using it as an example of the impact on his hearing. The lawsuit seeks more than £700,000 in compensation, according to the report. The case is framed as a personal injury claim connected to service-related noise exposure from aircraft operations. The sources provided do not include details on the Ministry of Defence’s response or any medical findings beyond the allegation of deafness and associated symptoms. The reports focus on the claimant’s account of the condition and the amount sought. The matter is presented as an ongoing legal action at the time of publication, with no final outcome stated.