However, can the IAC CN-235 physically get out as far as 4505N 02955W, and if it could, would it ever actually be made available to assist the UK if it were requested to go that far?
I suspect the answer to both of those questions would be no!
Biggus,
Your correct in that we don't have the range (been out to 54W myself) but yes, any request for help would be honoured within our operational limits. Though I cannot speak for individual command decisions.
We've provided cover many times for RN ships and aircraft and RAF closer in.
We regulary provide coms relay for coastguard missions also.
To cheesely quote a line from 'that' movie.
just remember , when its over out there, we're all on the same team
Merry Christmas all and safe flying wherever you are and whatever flag you fly,
Cheers,
BW