After discussing the matter with the Admiralty, you request to use a civilian-grade Roc Bomber has been APPROVED. I hope you're able to put as good a hurt on those Valors as our boys do in the Challenger. As for surviving snubs...well, a lot of that is going to come down to getting a lucky SNAC shot into their faces. But, good luck with that, anyways.
Lieutenant Commander Noah,
My apologies if it seems you've been overlooked in your request to use a Liberty Gunboat. Unfortunately, regulations stipulate that Defiant-class Gunboats must be captained by an officer with rank no less than full Commander. So, it looks like you'll need to get one more pin on your lapels before we can let you take one out. For now, unless a special exemption is granted by the Admiralty, consider your request DENIED.
