We now know what it was that evaded one of our $400,000 sidewinder missles and was subsequently shot out of the sky. Thank god for our highly trained and equipped military and the absolutely competent leadership. YOU BETTER BE AFRAID VLAD AND XI. VERY AFRAID!!! - Upgoat

We now know what it was that evaded one of our $400,000 sidewinder missles and was subsequently shot out of the sky. Thank god for our highly trained and equipped military and the absolutely competent leadership. YOU BETTER BE AFRAID VLAD AND XI. VERY AFRAID!!!
submitted by Steelerfish to ClownWorld 2.2 yearsFeb 16, 2023 20:45:34 ago (+3/-3) (aviationweek.com)
https://aviationweek.com/defense-space/aircraft-propulsion/hobby-clubs-missing-balloon-feared-shot-down-usaf

Upon reading more, I think this one was over Alaska and not the poor balloon killed over Lake Huron….
I do feel safer, though.
Thanks Joe!

[ - ] Steelerfish [op] 1 point 2.2 yearsFeb 16, 2023 20:51:09 ago (+1/-0)

If they need target practice, I say shoot the Canadian geese instead. Do us a favor…..

[ - ] lord_nougat 1 point 2.2 yearsFeb 16, 2023 21:26:16 ago (+1/-0)

They're so delicious, though!