By end user, I mean that the Army have experienced the benefits the platform brings and can foresee the void that will exist should it be withdrawn. Pers already support the platform from both services so it is agreed that the funding will be met by both in order to keep it in service post UOR. Yes, I do recognise that the Army is not the end customer in every conflict, however, Afghan is what it is. I don't really see it as a negative for the service since it means that we can keep this important and valuable capability.
Regards,
Yakovlev
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