Originally Posted by 99luftballon
This is my first post on PPRUNE, but would really appreciate comments from anyone currently serving in the RAF. I have been asked to give a presentation on the subject 'RAF Stretched too far?', and thought the best way to get opinions is to ask those in the know!
I'm definately not asking other people to research facts and figures for me, but any opinions or examples on the subject will be greatfully received.
Have you only just been born?
The news has been full of RAF overstretched stories for the past few years. I would suggest you narrow the subject, because apart from fast pointy things I think every other facet of the RAF is hurting...mmm, apart from maybe bosses too - we've got lots, enough to make bureaucracy and micromanagement as big a threat as more obvious enemies.
The news today about Nimrod should provide some background. Other areas of pressure are the air transport fleet and support helicopters - you know, the ones doing the bulk of the flying in the Gulf.