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CAS ~ Now the RAF really is at full stretch?
http://www.raf.mod.uk/rafcms/mediafi...41E32A507C.pdf
Size is obviously still an issue (isn't it always?). Has the RAF got sufficient critical mass? "I mentioned earlier, I believe firmly in the need to maintain a balanced force structure that has the resilience to cope with the tasks we are mandated by the Government to deliver. I think our current force structure is about as lean as it can get to achieve that objective." |
He talks about 25J's... did nobody tell his lordship that one got blown up on a strip in Iraq by his fast jet mates back in Feb? I heard the J wing wasnt getting a replacement.... that leaves 24 surely?
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"......during Gulf War 2 the RAF provided 112 fixed-wing aircraft and 27 helicopters to the coalition effort; .......in addition, eight Jaguars were committed to the Turkish option, although for political reasons this did not materialise. Few other nations have the ability to field and sustain such a comprehensive force......" (My bold) Well, that's the UK ruled out... unless there is a secret plan which involves Cosford!! |
Just India now.....:(
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