Originally Posted by
golder
While I don't disagree with a new gov doing a review. A politician and general, both retired 10 years ago, may not have their fingers on the pulse. It smells like 'jobs for the boys'
This is the current 2020-2040 force structure plan and is worth a look.
https://www.globalsecurity.org/milit...cture-plan.pdf
It will definitely be jobs for the boys. Of note is the already cancelled Dedicated Special Forces Support Helicopter. Interestingly, the paper makes no mention of Fire support in relation to Battlefield Aviation. Is the Apache Guardian next on the cancellation list?
The Australian Army Air Corps is self promoting the requisition of a fixed wing capability in lieu of the RAAF divesting the King Air capability. Be interesting to see where that money will come from. Far bigger requirements with far bigger price tags on a paupers budget are required for the Army.