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Old 16th Feb 2022, 18:35
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SpazSinbad
 
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Thanks 'sycamore' it is difficult to judge times from videos when one does not know supporting details. USN LSOs usually have stated in the past that a carrier approach starts 'when it starts' not just when aircraft is at 'call the ball' which may occur before wings level and aircraft lined up IF on a short straightaway. Many variables are at play. Things will be clear when we have voice comms between pilot & LSO and more video footage. The approach generally is graded BEFORE 'call the ball' whilst 'a good start' is essential they say and to me it seems from LIMITED EVIDENCE my guess is the ramp chap DID NOT HAVE A GOOD START but what do I know. Yeah right. Meanwhile here is another view of the aftermath: Carrier Carl Vinson was back in fighting condition within 45 minutes of F-35C crash, leaders say (defensenews.com)
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