Originally Posted by
MPN11
sandiego89 ... I have no doubt that the USAF had/has some very capable aircraft and indeed crews. I was thinking more in the context of their employment in CONUS, where perhaps they got/get rather less practice than we did/do in the UK.
Apologies if my comment caused offence.
PS: Glad to see the VA weather is cooling down a bit. Arriving 31 Aug for 2 weeks vacation/shopping in Alexandria
No worries, thank you. Yes I think you will find there were some quality crews, and yes perhaps they did not get as many real intercepts, and fortunately no chance to sling Genies at a real massive bomber hoard coming over the top, but they knew what they were doing.
It has indeed cooled down. You should make a point to get to the Smithsonian Udvar Hazy complex near Dulles airport- not to be missed. Enjoy the visit!- Dave