kilomikedelta can KMA.
Look, the MRA 4 is not just a bloody Sub Hunter! The fact that it can and will do it as good, if not better than the MR2 is just one of the many feathers in its cap.
I suggest that some people on this forum read FASOC and note that MRA4 ticks the majority of the boxes whilst certain other platforms are left wanting.
Would someone please publish a certain Photo that a previous CAS wanted destroyed because it would threaten the rationale of having so many fast shiny static displays.
If MRA 4 is sacrificed then it will be a disaster not just for the RAF but all three services. I am FAA (and proud of it) and its noticeable that the capabilities of MR2/MRA4 are more appreciated and respected within the true Maritime community and the pongoes than within its own force.
Rant over, looking forward to some cutting replies but in the meantime I am off to the Horse and Jockey for a Pasty !