• Tar_Alcaran@sh.itjust.works
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    1 month ago

    Those dates are a little unfair, the su34 is basically two decades older, but got put on Ice. And the newer models F16 are a huge leap up from the original 70s model.

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      1 month ago

      It’s not like the Ukrainians are getting new block 70s. Thery’re almost certainly old block 40s on the verge of retirement.

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      I’m more interested in knowing how Lauren Phillips feels about being an F-16 in this meme.

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        I’m sure she’s flattered as a true patriot. I know she is. I’ve seen her in patriotic wear.

        Not, like, a LOT of patriotic wear by square inches. But enough.

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      Also very relevant is the missiles in use. Those certainly are not from the 70s.