According to the Duchess and former actress, her husband Harry flew for 10 years as a helicopter pilot in the British army. What Meghan Markle Said About Prince Harry’s Helicopter Pilot CredentialsOkay, let’s first separate facts from fancy. She continued: “But you know, he was a helicopter pilot in the British Army for 10 years. Fans React To Meghan Markle’s “Disgusting” Statement On Prince Harry’s Pilot CareerTrue to form, fans found Meghan’s proclamation disturbing, since Harry did not serve as a pilot anywhere near a decade. Harry did not pilot helicopters in the British Army for 10 years.