Morning, FB.
I don't think Glojo's intent (please correct me if I'm wrong) was to suggest getting rid of the RAF. I think he's looking at overall capability and the correct types to replace what's there already. There is a lot to be said for considering both RN and RAF operating a common type, which would be the case with F35 anyway - whatever model. I have to agree that the B is probably not the girl for us and Glojo's points about through deck cruisers vs proper carriers hold a lot of water (no pun intended). If we can't afford the F35, we have to look at something else. Super Hornet might be the one (of a choice of a few). Switching away from F35 doesn't mean we still don't consider a common type between the services.
I think.