By a delayed 1942 war, naval control of the Fleet Air Arm would have lasted long enough for a new generation of aircraft to enter service. The discussion expects higher-performance fighters and considers the development of 2,000-horsepower engines and jet aircraft. Swordfish would probably have left frontline production as replacements advanced, although a later answer allows continued secondary employment. Aircraft supply is paired with established pilot and navigator training pipelines. Short-service commissions and petty officer pilots provide part of the personnel system supporting the transition.
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Fleet Air Arm renewal needs aircraft and trained aircrew
Additional peacetime gives the Royal Navy a full aircraft generation under naval control and more time to develop its pilot and navigator pipelines.