From an impartial observer
As a civvie reader, with no vested interest, apart from National Security, might I offer a couple of thoughts?
1: It's already been suggested that any P8 be a 'joint force' asset. Why not resurrect the 360 Sqn number plate? It might have an RAF CO / RN Exec, rotating. Then:
2: Base the jets at Leeming, half way between norf and sarf with a reasonable amount of ramp space......
Give me a few minutes to dig the slit trench in the garden please, then feel free.....