So what would be the nett effect on military output in binning them?
Also, just how much do they cost once sponsorship is taken into account?
We did without them for the first 46 years, but that led to several independent teams (and a few more accidents).
Would a Sqn now have the budget (or aircraft) to form an individual team? Probably not.
Personally I think that if it's a choice between front line capability and them then they should go.
If they can self fund through sponsorship, then let them stay.