Thanks Badger633. I'm pretty sure i didn't have AA selected in the TACAN, but i will check next time i need to AAR. I have moved on to the next mission so will let you know if i still have this issue in future missions.
OK, no worries. In this case the wingman arrived before me and almost crashed into me when he was finished, as he flew across in front of me. I'm still not the best at AAR, and find it quite challenging in your missions, but still usually manage to get enough fuel to get me back to the boat.
I use your campaigns as motivation to practice things such as AAR and recoveries, as i really enjoy it when i am able to complete each mission, so thanks!