UK Officers Highlight Shortfall in Maritime Patrol Capacity
The RAF is regaining a maritime patrol capability through the acquisition of P-8s, but senior officers are concerned that there are not enough for the task
A U.S. Navy P-8A approaches a tanker during refueling. The RAF is acquiring nine to restore a maritime patrol capability it lost with the retirement of the Nimrod in 2010. (photo: U.S. Navy)
A U.S. Navy P-8A approaches a tanker during refueling. The RAF is acquiring nine to restore a maritime patrol capability it lost with the retirement of the Nimrod in 2010. (photo: U.S. Navy)