Q&A · 1:39:07-1:39:58

Why favour Sea King AEW if Dynavert could carry Searchwater?

Existing Sea King aircraft and training make a conversion easier to fund than a new Dynavert fleet.

Question

Why favour Sea King AEW if the Dynavert could carry Searchwater?

Short answer

The radar fit is conceivable, but the three countries already support Sea King-family aircraft. Converting those avoids funding another aircraft type and its support system.

Notes

Searchwater's compatibility with a Dynavert is accepted in principle. Adopting another aircraft type across Britain, Australia, and Canada would still require funding and additional support arrangements. All three already operate Sea King-family aircraft and have training for pilots and mechanics established. The scenario therefore favours adapting those aircraft to avoid the cost of another fleet.