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Keep in mind US pilots are frequently flying training missions against targets we create just to have something to engage with. Shooting down these balloons doe
by brk 4y ago
Keep in mind US pilots are frequently flying training missions against targets we create just to have something to engage with. Shooting down these balloons does not necessarily need to be a net cost increase.
- panarky 4y agoIs it effective practice to shoot targets that don't camouflage, don't maneuver, don't evade, don't shoot back?
- rolenthedeep 4y agoIt's the aerial equivalent of a shooting range. Does firing a gun at a static target teach you anything about shooting?
- gnad_sucks 4y ago> Is it effective practice to shoot targets that don't camouflage, don't maneuver, don't evade, don't shoot back? You mean, like balloons?
- mastax 4y agoStill have to take off, navigate, talk to ATC, talk to wingman, talk to AWACS, send/receive target data, maneuver, sensor lock, fire, maneuver... Not exactly a top gun mission, but good practice.
- phkahler 4y agoJust book it as a training exercise ;-)