Could Britain train enough engineers?

Would a limited supply of engineers prevent the expansion?

The workforce could grow through sustained employment and training during the years after 1918.

Retaining part of the RNAS gives the Navy an existing body of engineers in 1918. Continued employment and training could increase that workforce over the following years. The example adds about nine 12,000-ton scout carriers over twelve to fourteen years, helping to maintain yards and specialist labour. Firms retaining engineers would have more reason and capacity to train their replacements.