The plan calls for sixteen regular P-8 Poseidons and eight reserve aircraft, raising the total to 24. Basing or detachments at Diego Garcia, the Falklands, and in Britain would extend maritime patrol coverage and provide surge capacity. Similarities between P-8 aircrew work and civilian Boeing operations support the proposed reservist contribution. Joint Royal Navy and Royal Air Force crewing would spread the manpower burden and give both services a reason to defend this maritime capability in government.
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A joint P-8 force for maritime patrol
Sixteen regular and eight reserve P-8 Poseidons would provide maritime patrol reach from Diego Garcia, the Falklands, and the United Kingdom.