Since WW2, the West has relied on quality over quantity. For the most part, I think quality has been a good nuetralizer of numerically superior forces. One aspect that has always been a concern is the vulnerability of NATO airfields.
It doesn't matter how good your F-16's, F-15's or F-22's are if they don't have a place to land. Sure you can argue that highways all over Europe could be impromptu airfields.. (the Swedes and Dane's have done a good job at this).. but logistics and battlefield readiness sustainability is not guaranteed.
Until now!
I think the Osprey and the F-35 will make a great team. Configure easily transportable WRSK packages ( War Readiness Spare Kits) for the Osprey to service the F-35 and parking lots, play grounds, cemeteries and parks become airfields....
The Osprey has it strengths but I wasn't a fan until the F-35.
The F-35 needs the Osprey!
View: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_GjrPvSBGXE
Correct me if I'm wrong but with MAX pay load, the F-35 is STOL, how long a runway does it need?
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It doesn't matter how good your F-16's, F-15's or F-22's are if they don't have a place to land. Sure you can argue that highways all over Europe could be impromptu airfields.. (the Swedes and Dane's have done a good job at this).. but logistics and battlefield readiness sustainability is not guaranteed.
Until now!
I think the Osprey and the F-35 will make a great team. Configure easily transportable WRSK packages ( War Readiness Spare Kits) for the Osprey to service the F-35 and parking lots, play grounds, cemeteries and parks become airfields....
The Osprey has it strengths but I wasn't a fan until the F-35.
The F-35 needs the Osprey!
Correct me if I'm wrong but with MAX pay load, the F-35 is STOL, how long a runway does it need?
.