Duncan, of cause there is / will be an ASW threat. But not justifying the resources it did some time ago. Even in the US the pressure to be always ready for everything, everywhere at any time, even if it isn't there, just to make sure, has deminished. The public can't be scared into approving everything anymore. A few squadrons to be deployed where / when needed could fill in at least part of the requirement.
Last edited by keesje; 19th Mar 2013 at 15:09.