The P-8A Poseidon is designed to operate for long durations over water in maritime patrol roles, in particular anti-submarine, anti-shipping and search and rescue.
The Minister made the announcement for the P-8A programme during a visit to Cambridge firm, Marshall Aerospace and Defence, where the fuel tanks for the aircraft are being produced. The firm manufactures the fuel tanks for sub-hunters globally, including for the United States Navy and Royal Australian Air Force.
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