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People don't understand the role of the F-35. It's the blingy first one in during the pivotal moment of gaining air superiority. Just because the F-35 exists do
by 2OEH8eoCRo0 3y ago
People don't understand the role of the F-35. It's the blingy first one in during the pivotal moment of gaining air superiority. Just because the F-35 exists doesn't mean we are ditching all other aircraft. Once the skies are clear you can use literally anything else for CAS. Helicopters, gunships, etc.
- fgoesbrrr 3y ago> Once the skies are clear The problem in Ukraine is that the ground is not clear (mobile air defense and MANPADS). So neither side is using planes for CAS.
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- ryao 3y agoThe F-22 exists for gaining air superiority.
- 2OEH8eoCRo0 3y agoYep. Also requires an airfield. The F-35 can take off from an LHD (not a full-fat carrier) which means they can be anywhere. Scary for an adversary.