German fast attack craft and Baltic presence

Does Germany now regret getting rid of its fast attack craft force in 2016 as tensions with Russia rise?

It would likely regret not replacing them with something useful: they are vulnerable in full war, but valuable for peacetime presence, deterrence, and quick response.

Fast attack craft face serious vulnerability to aircraft and helicopters in a major war. In Baltic peacetime patrols and gray-zone confrontations, their visible presence and ability to respond quickly serve a different purpose. Submarines illustrate the distinction: they offer sea denial, but remaining unseen limits their usefulness for showing the flag, while surfacing reveals their position. A panel contribution also allows useful second-line duties for small craft during a war. The procurement discussion warns against assuming that small, inexpensive equipment can always be bought quickly once a crisis begins.