There seems to be an admision that the SDSR cuts are causing problems to
current operations here:
RAF Tucanos support front line operations
With a readjustment of pilot training following the Strategic Defence and Security Review, the commitment of front line jets to operations over Libya and a general shortfall in JTAC currency, training using the Tucano for a task previously reserved for jets has proven an ideal solution for all concerned.
Ideal? Or the best way of coping with less jets?