Totally agree about the F35 and its capability but even the trusty old Sea Vixen could act as a tanking aircraft which is something the 35 is not capable of.
My point was that a 20,000+ ton carrier was capable of carrying all those aircraft type and obviously we cannot compare the 60's technology to the capablities of this amazing aircraft. I just feel it is a poor choice and will need shore based air support
Would Crowsnest offer better early detection of sea skimming aircraft compared to a fixed wing aircraft and I suppose I am thinking E2
How many times have we heard promises of an all singing military upgrade that is about to be introduced and when do we expect Crowsnest?
Last edited by glojo; 4th Dec 2012 at 20:24.