Are the subs still tied up awaiting the results of the accident inquiry? Are they undergoing a refit or update since they're tied up anyway? Are they any clues to how extensive the required refits will be?
I've read that Canada removed the minelaying and sub-Harpoon launching capabilites from the Victoria's.....was this due to outdated components, lack of an operational requirement for these tools, lack of funding....or something else? Can this capability be restored quickly (if for some operational reason), or is it lost until a major refit is undertaken?
Also, I've learned that the Victoria's hull design is similar to nuclear boats, and that they are suited to long range patrols. It seems many of the media articles surrounding the subs speak of using them in a sovereignty role, watching over our own waters. Does Canada's plan to use to the subs overseas at all? Where the O-boats employed in that role? Perhaps escorting our surface groups, or working with our allies in intelligence/ASW/training missions? Are our replenishment ships capable of caring to a submarine's requirements?
Lot's of questions, but even if someone can only answer one at a time I'de appreciate it.
Thanks,
TR23
I've read that Canada removed the minelaying and sub-Harpoon launching capabilites from the Victoria's.....was this due to outdated components, lack of an operational requirement for these tools, lack of funding....or something else? Can this capability be restored quickly (if for some operational reason), or is it lost until a major refit is undertaken?
Also, I've learned that the Victoria's hull design is similar to nuclear boats, and that they are suited to long range patrols. It seems many of the media articles surrounding the subs speak of using them in a sovereignty role, watching over our own waters. Does Canada's plan to use to the subs overseas at all? Where the O-boats employed in that role? Perhaps escorting our surface groups, or working with our allies in intelligence/ASW/training missions? Are our replenishment ships capable of caring to a submarine's requirements?
Lot's of questions, but even if someone can only answer one at a time I'de appreciate it.
Thanks,
TR23