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Forum: Military Aviation
19th Sep 2013, 15:31
Replies: 12,075
Views: 3,625,307
Posted By Killface

I love it when bold unsubstantiated claims are...

I love it when bold unsubstantiated claims are countered with bold unsubstantiated claims. "no one" who thinks the JSF might actually be good could acknowledge the program had troubles?
People who...
Forum: Military Aviation
18th Aug 2013, 19:48
Replies: 12,075
Views: 3,625,307
Posted By Killface

You misunderstand me. I posted the picture of the...

You misunderstand me. I posted the picture of the F-22 takeoff in afterburner to show the F-35C afterburner picture Low Observable is trying to make a mountain from a molehole of, is quiet normal.
...
Forum: Military Aviation
16th Aug 2013, 22:50
Replies: 12,075
Views: 3,625,307
Posted By Killface

F-22 Raptor going Full Afterburner by...

F-22 Raptor going Full Afterburner by ~jamestayloranime on deviantART (http://jamestayloranime.deviantart.com/art/F-22-Raptor-going-Full-Afterburner-305985335)


Impressive pic Spaz, thanks for...
Forum: Military Aviation
30th Jul 2013, 21:37
Replies: 12,075
Views: 3,625,307
Posted By Killface

I agree, its very clear that 71 aircraft...

I agree, its very clear that 71 aircraft contracted over the next two years is a huge blow for lockheed and the F-35. They will probably return the 7 billion and advise all the governments involved...
Forum: Military Aviation
30th Jul 2013, 16:34
Replies: 12,075
Views: 3,625,307
Posted By Killface

I agree, those are Gripen NG like numbers. not...

I agree, those are Gripen NG like numbers. not good.
Forum: Military Aviation
10th Jul 2013, 23:02
Replies: 12,075
Views: 3,625,307
Posted By Killface

The Navy, DEWline and Dave Mujumdar? hmm. ...

The Navy, DEWline and Dave Mujumdar? hmm.

I'm glad that it trapped but it doesn't mean its not still having issues. 10 percent seemed to be the number that everyone was saying.
Forum: Military Aviation
9th Jul 2013, 20:00
Replies: 12,075
Views: 3,625,307
Posted By Killface

Are you questioning whether I have friends or...

Are you questioning whether I have friends or whether what I said is true? I welcome any correction to what I posted, if my friend was in error, I will gladly stand corrected, and inform him of his...
Forum: Military Aviation
9th Jul 2013, 17:17
Replies: 12,075
Views: 3,625,307
Posted By Killface

Pointing out that "others lie too", doesn't help...

Pointing out that "others lie too", doesn't help credibility I'm afraid. Its too bad Bill compromised himself so much or people might pay more attention when he does quote an analyst who actually...
Forum: Military Aviation
8th Jul 2013, 21:03
Replies: 12,075
Views: 3,625,307
Posted By Killface

I think his problem is with Sweetman's...

I think his problem is with Sweetman's credibility which has also been at risk :cool:
Forum: Military Aviation
3rd Jul 2013, 19:03
Replies: 12,075
Views: 3,625,307
Posted By Killface

I also wouldn't want to be on deck when a wire...

I also wouldn't want to be on deck when a wire snaps or when an aircraft crashes by more conventional hook and wire methods (as they do on occasion) most dangerous 4 and 1/2 acres in the world on a...
Forum: Military Aviation
3rd Jul 2013, 06:19
Replies: 12,075
Views: 3,625,307
Posted By Killface

So the problem is a system, that can't detect...

So the problem is a system, that can't detect "combat damage" right now, for an aircraft we are always being reminded is years away from a battlefield, for a liftfan which MIGHT fail "before the...
Forum: Military Aviation
2nd Jul 2013, 22:29
Replies: 12,075
Views: 3,625,307
Posted By Killface

SpazSinbad, he knows, he is just trying to be...

SpazSinbad, he knows, he is just trying to be inflammatory.
Forum: Military Aviation
30th Jun 2013, 17:24
Replies: 12,075
Views: 3,625,307
Posted By Killface

How did the FAA do it with harriers? how would...

How did the FAA do it with harriers? how would they do it with sea typhoons or hornets?



its better that the enemy not see or hear what hits them as it gives them a chance to shoot back or...
Forum: Military Aviation
27th Jun 2013, 19:54
Replies: 12,075
Views: 3,625,307
Posted By Killface

We can agree to disagree here. my point is simply...

We can agree to disagree here. my point is simply this. you can't carve this program up without killing it. its all or none variant wise. because the navy and marines wont buy the A, if they don't...
Forum: Military Aviation
27th Jun 2013, 12:18
Replies: 12,075
Views: 3,625,307
Posted By Killface

The US is not the UK. they work differently. ...

The US is not the UK. they work differently.



The marines only take up 5 percent to the US DoD budget, and tend to get what they want,as LO pointed out. Does the Uk get the Rafale in your...
Forum: Military Aviation
26th Jun 2013, 23:09
Replies: 12,075
Views: 3,625,307
Posted By Killface

It is? I thought they were fairly common? ...

It is? I thought they were fairly common?



yes they are, but the billions have already been spent. there seems to be a need for these aircraft you aren't seeing.



that is the whole goal...
Forum: Military Aviation
26th Jun 2013, 21:46
Replies: 12,075
Views: 3,625,307
Posted By Killface

agreed, now how does your theory save exactly...

agreed, now how does your theory save exactly though?



probably how?

I'm failing to see how the USAF urging for the cancellation of the B and C, which eliminates over 600 aircraft in the US...
Forum: Military Aviation
26th Jun 2013, 15:39
Replies: 12,075
Views: 3,625,307
Posted By Killface

The US Government is almost always in debt, and...

The US Government is almost always in debt, and still spends 800 billion a year on defense. Its not that secluded, you can make quips about the navy's army's air force all you want, but air assets...
Forum: Military Aviation
26th Jun 2013, 12:36
Replies: 12,075
Views: 3,625,307
Posted By Killface

I'll concede there is a question mark on the C...

I'll concede there is a question mark on the C because of the tail hook issues, but the B is off probation and has no alternative, unless boeing creates a hovering hornet. It will also be built in...
Forum: Military Aviation
25th Jun 2013, 16:29
Replies: 12,075
Views: 3,625,307
Posted By Killface

:= Not the Naval Version, which is not available...

:= Not the Naval Version, which is not available proven or in service at all. don't forget that the Typhoon had plenty of trials and tribulations getting into service itself.



its...
Forum: Military Aviation
25th Jun 2013, 01:10
Replies: 12,075
Views: 3,625,307
Posted By Killface

Is that a joke?

Is that a joke?
Forum: Military Aviation
21st Jun 2013, 00:29
Replies: 12,075
Views: 3,625,307
Posted By Killface

They(they being the jarheads) have been talking...

They(they being the jarheads) have been talking about bringing the Bronco back since they retired it. pre 9/11 it was with the idea that it could escort Ospreys that would outrun the Cobras and...
Forum: Military Aviation
20th Jun 2013, 22:46
Replies: 12,075
Views: 3,625,307
Posted By Killface

Or that the customer asked the impossible by...

Or that the customer asked the impossible by demanding a 3 service aircraft that could hover and land on a super aircraft carrier. Pretty sure the JSF was not a Lockheed Idea, it was a "customer"...
Forum: Military Aviation
20th Jun 2013, 15:25
Replies: 12,075
Views: 3,625,307
Posted By Killface

So its like the Super Hornet that Bill Sweetman...

So its like the Super Hornet that Bill Sweetman trashed:




and now advocates:

Rhino's Revenge (Super Hornet upgrades) (http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-news/2709000/posts)

and the...
Forum: Military Aviation
19th Jun 2013, 16:17
Replies: 12,075
Views: 3,625,307
Posted By Killface

I have yet to see a production JAS-39E, the F was...

I have yet to see a production JAS-39E, the F was canceled and the Sea Gripen is a wet dream, so I guess I will take your word for it.




Whatever they put in there now has added thousands of...
Forum: Military Aviation
18th Jun 2013, 16:26
Replies: 12,075
Views: 3,625,307
Posted By Killface

........................Ha :D

........................Ha :D
Forum: Military Aviation
13th Jun 2013, 20:57
Replies: 12,075
Views: 3,625,307
Posted By Killface

yes in 1990.,before the USSR dissolved. the...

yes in 1990.,before the USSR dissolved. the number was rounded down to around 400 post fall BTW. if the F-35 is only procured in 30 percent of what is required that damns the air force and the...
Forum: Military Aviation
13th Jun 2013, 16:07
Replies: 12,075
Views: 3,625,307
Posted By Killface

"We need 700 of them to beat the Soviets over the...

"We need 700 of them to beat the Soviets over the fulda gap of course. I'm sorry senator, can an aide bring me the newer talking points please? let's see here 1980's, 1990's, oh here we are 2000's....
Forum: Military Aviation
12th Jun 2013, 15:47
Replies: 12,075
Views: 3,625,307
Posted By Killface

Very true. I don't expect bill sweetman to admit...

Very true. I don't expect bill sweetman to admit he was wrong on the super hornet or anything really, (perish the thought!) but it sure hasn't turned out to be the stubborn navy's disaster he was...
Forum: Military Aviation
12th Jun 2013, 14:56
Replies: 12,075
Views: 3,625,307
Posted By Killface

So without putting words into your mouth, are you...

So without putting words into your mouth, are you trying to say that an aircraft can be unimpressive in development and initial service, and within just a few years it can become quite good despite...
Forum: Military Aviation
12th Jun 2013, 07:21
Replies: 12,075
Views: 3,625,307
Posted By Killface

That story is by the same fellow who's brilliant...

That story is by the same fellow who's brilliant rebuttal to Loren Thompson was photoshopping a mask on him, and linking to an aviation week editorial.

The Loren Ranger | TIME.com...
Forum: Military Aviation
12th Jun 2013, 01:56
Replies: 12,075
Views: 3,625,307
Posted By Killface

Like all those crazy air forces all over the...

Like all those crazy air forces all over the world that are convinced its worth having? with even more signing on despite the issues?

The JSF seems to confound its critics from Bill Sweetman to...
Forum: Military Aviation
11th Jun 2013, 20:19
Replies: 12,075
Views: 3,625,307
Posted By Killface

yes, like the Eurofighters beating the F-22s, it...

yes, like the Eurofighters beating the F-22s, it will finally put an end to all the internet theory and bickering once and for all. :ok:
Forum: Military Aviation
11th Jun 2013, 07:11
Replies: 12,075
Views: 3,625,307
Posted By Killface

I would hope it is faster than a “supercar”....

I would hope it is faster than a “supercar”. Other than that, I guess he is easily impressed.

-Bill Sweetman, Just How Super is the F/A-18E/F?, Interavia Business & Technology, April 1, 2000-
...
Forum: Military Aviation
30th May 2013, 15:22
Replies: 12,075
Views: 3,625,307
Posted By Killface

Ah, the problem with definitions. In this case...

Ah, the problem with definitions. In this case the word "significant"-- The authors' definition differs from the spokesperson, thus it is an "erroneous statement"

When an F-4 can point the nose...
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