Nice sentiment there keepittidy. As you so rightly pointed out the nimrod world were overstretched and that is why the E3D was given its maritime role - which although it was not designed for, it can do to a suitable standard . As for the original thread, rumours are abound about all sorts of assets being used for anti piracy duties but I believe that there is no political will to commit, something that will change only if the media interest intensifies.