Posted on 04/23/2014 11:12:57 PM PDT by Ernest_at_the_Beach
Operation Drop Kick ?
Of course the Russkis are perfectly within their rights to fly their 60 year-old TU-95s through international airspace to vintage aircraft shows whenever they feel like it. They may also have been ferrying the geriatric crews to Sam's Club for new hearing aids
However, they may have violated the EU's strict noise pollution controls.
As far as military threat to our carriers goes, the Bear need not leave Russki or other friendly airspace to launch its long range nuclear AS ship-killer missiles.
Yo, a 500knt turboprop bomber with a 15,000 mile range. I want one.
"Yo, a 500knt turboprop bomber with a 15,000 mile range. I want one."
Oddly enough, it was recently reported that the Ukraine would be selling one on Ebay
The Kenyan and Hanoi John seem to be doing a splendid job in keeping the Russians in line. Sarc off.
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