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To: Kartographer
Eighty-one Broncos were lost during Vietnam

For the size of that community, that is a lot.

7 posted on 03/10/2016 12:17:33 PM PST by USNBandit (Sarcasm engaged at all times)
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To: USNBandit

From a retired USAF pilot who flew Broncos as an FO/FAC...

FAC and artillery spotting...No warning or countermeasure systems...Low and slow...

Solid airframe that could take damage, 2-man crew, high viz cockpit, rear cargo area and short/rough field capable, Navy used ‘em off carriers I’ve read...

Likely never utilized to its full mission potential...Might be ideal for anti-ISIS missions...


57 posted on 03/10/2016 5:55:22 PM PST by elteemike (Light travels faster than sound...That's why so many people appear bright until you hear them speak!)
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