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Old 6th Dec 2022, 17:37
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But as a cheaper option than Dearnaught - albeit on the basis of giving up a permanent on-station deterrent. That would also free up the Barrow line for AUKUS subs… 😇😇😇 😎

I'm told that @ChiefofAirStaff has been briefed that B-21 will be black box free, no "kill switches", nothing like...err...the F-35. However, before anyone starts to get their respective undercrackers in a twist, can we consider a few germane points?

There was "clearly a message" in the RAAF and RAF chiefs being present at B-21 unveiling says @ChiefofAirStaff, he suggests the aircraft will bring a "formidable warfighting capability." UK and Australia is closely engaged with the #Raider's development, he adds.…
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