It would be interesting to learn whether or not the gun has been restored on the quiet simply as ballast; whether it has been restored on the quiet as a fully-working option; or whether it is, in fact, still the case that no gun will be installed on Tranche 2 and Tranche 3 aircraft (assuming that the latter are built).
Hello. New here. I was reading about the new interception protocols used by the RAF Tornado F3 force in the wake of 9/11. If an airliner doesn't respond to instructions the next step is to fire cannon rounds 'across the bows' of the offending aircraft, missiles can only be used by 'executive order'.
Now the Typhoon will replace the Tornado F3 in this role and the protocol looks set to remain in palce for the foreseable future. So as I see it there is not only a desire by the RAF (if not the MoD) to retain the cannon armament but also there is a requirement for it if the above protocol is to be adhered to.
Thoughts anyone?
Regards.
Phil.