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So far so good
Brilliant news regarding the P8s, and the number 9 isn't bad. A sound decision along with the two AD typhoon squadrons. Rough numbers but with 150 per tiffie squadron and what, 400 for the P8s, where the people come from and when will be interesting. Devil in the detail I venture.
Good news so far for the light blue
Good news so far for the light blue
So where do we imagine the two new Tiffy Squadrons will go then?
In my heart of hearts, I wsh it was Leuchars, but my head insists it will be Leeming.
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In my heart of hearts, I wsh it was Leuchars, but my head insists it will be Leeming.
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Dave: "Bigger Navy, bigger Air Force, better equipped Army".
Difficult to see haow this can be achieved 'quickly', given the lead in time for personnel - and eqipment, for that matter.
Anyhoo, statement at 15:30.
Difficult to see haow this can be achieved 'quickly', given the lead in time for personnel - and eqipment, for that matter.
Anyhoo, statement at 15:30.
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Guess if the rumours of x9 P8's going to Lossie are true, then my guess is that will be 15(R) Sqn disbanding and the training of Tonka aircrew being subsumed as a training flight within one of the Marham Sqns. Would free up plenty of real estate capable of accomodating the P8's.
Guess if the rumours of x9 P8's going to Lossie are true, then my guess is that will be 15(R) Sqn disbanding and the training of Tonka aircrew being subsumed as a training flight within one of the Marham Sqns. Would free up plenty of real estate capable of accomodating the P8's.
What will be interesting is how tightly they can squeeze any more Typhoon squadrons in at Lossie, as Coningsby is pretty full already and I can't see a third Typhoon base being a cost-effective option. We would then have seven front-line squadrons at Lossie with another independence referendum to come if "Leave" wins the EU referendum. Not to mention the possibility of higher income tax rates in Scotland for the lucky individuals posted up to what will be truly a mega-base. Interesting times ahead.
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when you consider that Tornado retires in 2019,
Can see two new Tiffie sqn's being split between Conz & Los but then personnel accomodation could be a major issue.
Maybe the Leeming rumour has some merit with HAS sites and accomodation available.....and there is the other rumour of "Tatty Ton" getting some Tranche 1 Tiffies.
when you consider that Tornado retires in 2019,
Not necessarily - wouldnt be surprised if there's an extension to Tornado OSD as it is the Platform of choice (necessity!) at the minute with Typhoon not being fully capable.
Not necessarily - wouldnt be surprised if there's an extension to Tornado OSD as it is the Platform of choice (necessity!) at the minute with Typhoon not being fully capable.
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Would a motto (Tatty Ton's) translating as "Never stir up a hornet's nest" be propitious for Middle East operations ????
Good one for an F-18 Sqn tho'
Good one for an F-18 Sqn tho'
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I think this is going to be a live broadcast
Parliamentlive.tv - House of Commons
Parliamentlive.tv - House of Commons
Ecce Homo! Loquitur...
PM confirming number of F-35s and stating there will be an additional planned squadron. Number plate?
P-8s confirmed going to LM. Going to be crowded.
RN are going to get 13 frigates - but only 8 will be T36, remaining will be lighter multi-purpose and cheaper. Presumably back down to size of former classes an suitable for use on Caribbean station and other flag flying deployments.
P-8s confirmed going to LM. Going to be crowded.
RN are going to get 13 frigates - but only 8 will be T36, remaining will be lighter multi-purpose and cheaper. Presumably back down to size of former classes an suitable for use on Caribbean station and other flag flying deployments.
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Interesting snippet about HALE drones, something along the lines of "edge of atmosphere... days of endurance... british design...".
(Assuming I heard correctly, it's not appearing on the BBC 'highlights' box - yet)
(Assuming I heard correctly, it's not appearing on the BBC 'highlights' box - yet)