KennyR - Correct I don't because as I stated we don't need Apache or want it.
I do not for a minute believe that RAF helicopter pilots are more skilled than Army pilots and have never said so, professional yes-skilled no, what I do believe however is:
1. The RAF has considerable experience in operation and employment of complex airbourne weapon systems and has been doing it for quite a while, the AAC does not.
2. The RAF has a fair understanding of the logistical and engineering problems associated with the employment of such an asset near the front line (Harrier). I think your FARP will be manned almost entirely by RAF somewhere near a Chinook or ten.
3. The RAF has considerable experience in the selection and training of aircrews to be employed operating complex airbourne weapon delivery systems, the AAC does not.
The knowledge is there, use it, tap it and the AAC are in business and all sucess to them; continue with your heads so firmly entrenched up your regimental backsides and the AAC will be gone before you know it.
And to think I was going to be bored this weekend!
Thanks.
