Whilst I must accept the comment that the "not out there" contributers do not know the exact situation, apart from expressing our sympathy as well as admiration of your operational success, I must make the point, which I believe most of us are, that we are in no way surprised by your problems. Why, because on almost every occasion when an out of theatre blow-up occurs the back-up fails to match the operational efficiency. Many will remember OC Admin at Ascension being more worried about white stones round his paths and guys wearing hats than anything else whilst we relied on our US and Saints friends for most everything. Perhaps it is just one more indication that aircrew are no longer looking after themselves and those that should provide the support do not have the same interest?