End to End Study Report
Those of us who keep an eye on what going on in the background might be aware of a study, commissioned by the top brass (Air Force Board level), in 2003, which looked into precisely the issues that are being discussed here. The study report, entitled, "End to End", commonly known as the E2E was recently published and it clearly states that we are currently over-supporting deployed aircraft. The major proposal from the AVM heading up the study is that the RAF must now strive "...to deploy the minimum logistical support - including personnel - to meet the required military capability." Trials will be conducted on 2 aircraft types this year.
Of course, if this is turns out to be a cry in the wilderness, then thats it...the Service is doomed to be run by the Remfs. However, I sincerely hope that the AFB take on board the recommendations of the E2E report.