So 140 Kts 70 kts headwind were would I prefer a launch from, Chivnor or around Southampton? I am ( have been) in the water between Lands End and the Scilly,
Time in water is critical in winter especially in winter!! you know the time prevailing Westerlies gusting 60 + knots sea state 1.5 mtrs + water temp low, how long will you survive? that extra 10 min could be the difference.
If there is a profit in this contract why should a shareholder or CEO profit the money should be ploughed back into the service to improve the cover.
I still presume Crab and like will be training for rescue the same as before as the military will still require a SAR service, so we the tax payers will be paying twice.