412 would certainly make a good SH, but there are problems in using COMR (contractor-owned-military-registered) aircraft for anything more warlike than Strawberry or Cyprus. Current COMR contracts insist on aircraft being returned at end of contract in same state, so "military" type mods (weapons, DAS) could prove a problem - and the CAA would have to approve also. That all mjight put it in the "too difficult" category.
Another thought on more aircraft in NI. They would not necessarily be for NI Ops only - Aldergrove could become the "Northern SH Base" we have needed for some time. Because most maps don't put NI and the mainland on the same sheet, many don't realise how close it is to many operating areas in the north of England. Otterburn and Spade are closer to Ald than Odiz or Benz, as is anywhere north of Catterick.
Thoughts, anyone?