So, itchybum, you would have me believe that every time the Yarmy transports troops, they fastrope out at the destination. I'm talking about balance - about spending these huge amounts of money in a way that gives the poor old taxpayer value, as well as bang for the buck. It seems to me that the Yarmy has succeeded in replacing the Porters with helicopters, without anyone noticing. And whilst helicopters are wonderful things with superb capabilities, they are also complex, and expensive to buy and run - in this case, it would seem, exceedingly so. I repeat - a massive addition to the fixed wing capability could have been had for a mere fraction of this money. I remain sceptical that these funds are being spent to best advantage.