There was a 'spare' T4 before the accident (perhaps two, . . .
The "Blue Bomber" (WJ874) is currently undergoing a Minor at Hurn and will return to the sqn in Jan 2005 to continue crew training and familiarisation. It will be the only flying T.4 left in the RAF. The other T.4, WH849, is in long term storage but, due to the demands of the service, it is a source of spares and has been used as a Christmas Tree since 2002. It is doubtful if it will ever return now to service.