2.2 While aircraft had been successfully integrated, the Committee noted that, given the lack of technicians, pilots, instructors and funding, these aircraft would be difficult to operate and maintain. It was stressed that limited flying hours meant that aircraft were not optimally utilised, thus also contributing to their limited lifespan. As in the case of AFB Hoedspruit, the base would be able to operate without AMG personnel, although the efficient servicing of aircraft would be affected.