El_Presidente, your selective extract failed to include any mention of AVM Filbey's extensive background in the AT/AAR world.
No apology needed Beegs - I'm not doubting Filby's experience to spec the requirement, or guide the ship - I'm just distrustful of senior officers who suddenly find themselves in the 'right place at the right time' as a PFI magics along.
Beside, it's only tongue in cheek...
Don't get me started on the scrambled egg brigade who toe the line right up to retirement and then start rattling their sabres at the same politicians from whos hand they were feeding...that's another soap box moment.
On the out of service dates, I think the Tens are due to stop rattling the Mess windows next year.
