Originally Posted by MaroonMan4
Sorry Pinger boys, but dont worry, I am sure that when they convert your Merlins they will ensure that the Radars and Sonars are all stored properly just in case the 'Hunt For Red October' kicks off again and not unlike now when the SH fleet desperately needs bolstering, then in the years to come the Merlin Sqn at Yeovilton can be re-roled by some ex-troop lifters and the capability built back up as RUSI and PJHQ see that threat increasing more than the current 'threat' to world peace.
You forgot to add, not to worry because it won't take too many generations to reacquire the skills lost through not having the kit to exercise them with.
At this rate, we will be left with just a "World Class" Army and supporting Air component.