I wonder if the Mk 2 would have happened sooner if we where still part of Air Command and not JHC? Does this come from Land Commands budget or for upgrades etc are we funded from the 'Real' Airforce?
Whilst the green elements who have taken lead of JHC do seem a little apathetic I don't believe the delay in upgrading the Puma can fairly be placed at their feet because after all (as has already been mentioned) many of the upgrades were required back in the 70's, when Pumas were well and truly a light blue support asset.