SH5 TWoS - When do you get the Type VIIB?

[WinkPea]

Regarding the rating... where do you figure that out? It just says Rating: Ace at the bottom of the patrol summaries.

[Sonny Sanford]

"...some people are offered the new boat after they complete the "Northern Approchases" mission, or whatever that mission is called."

Same way I got it as well. It may take a while, but I believe you'll manage.