I was on the last MRX. 2 Merlin Aircraft flew with us in formation. As with all MRXs problems do arise when you let the AH take a lead on a troop insert.
All the lads I spoke too seemed up for the 'Stan. I'm not sure what job they will do but thats another thread! They won't replace the mighty Chinny but thats life and I guess we pull out 2020?
As for El Centro - fair one, not really a good idea tho when Helicopters are in the news 24/7. They did come out to North Africa (Near Gib) and they seemed to take notice of the way we did business - as per when they took over from us in Iraq.
Seems to me that people are only happy in slagging other types off without knowing the truth. Don't "freak" out, I'm sure the Merlin boys and girls will do ok........