It seems to me that the real problem isn't that the Brits in question didn't have assets capable of completing the mission, but that they did not ask for help sooner. Why did it take two hours and one failed attempt before the USAF guys showed up? If the Brit commanders knew they were not equipped properly, why didn't they ask for help right off the bat? This is an on going problem for my community. If you guys need help, freaking ask!!! We're all champing at the bit to help anyone, just ask so we can go.