RFA Argus as a helicopter-training asset

Was RFA Argus still useful?

Yes, especially for helicopter training, but her age meant that a future LHD or equivalent ship would need to absorb that role.

Argus remained useful for helicopter training but was nearing the end of her service. Her training and aviation-support tasks therefore form part of the case for future LHDs rather than disappearing with the hull. The exchange demonstrates how an auxiliary's less visible roles shape replacement requirements.