Fully agree with evalu8ter.
The SHAR, JFH, Ark and fixed wing FAA are now gone for 10 years or more - yes, it's bonkers but the decision is made and the three services will now salute smartly and get on with it.
In 2012, the SHAR would, sadly, be nowhere near combat ready. It was 10 years ago, but...that was 10 years ago.
The RN is now getting as many people as it can over to the USN and building cat and trap experience - and they are getting plenty of help, much appreciated. (A recent video on EMALS testing had a an interview with a PO Aircraft Handler who'd been invited over to watch the first F-35C test).
It the budget could afford it, a squadron of 'Bugs', based in the US, RN manned and embarked, would be a great idea. I have a suspicion that the USN would be on side.
Best Regards as ever
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