Prior to 1970, Lyneham had centralised Line and Base servicing for the Britannias and Comets. After 216 Sqn got its own eng flt comprising elements of the old strat line and base support sqns the availablility of the Comets increased markedly. The ground crew were more motivated and happier too.
Interestingly, there had been no effort to include the C130K servicing within the Britannia and Comet centralised organization, 24, 36, 30, 47, 48 and 70 Sqns were supported by 2 Line Support Squadrons, LSS A and LSS B.