IDK, a half-assed cavalry troop could chase those guys so fast They’d never be able to stop long enough to shoot. Of course, that means the dreaded “boots in the ground.”
They shouldn't have to be our boots. This is Saudi Arabia's back yard; they should get it in order.
No doubt, but as long as we want to help “manage” the region it is US cavalry or Mongolian cavalry.
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Is that a laser?
The fact that our laser weapons don't actually make a "pew pew" sounds seems like a missed opportunity. I'll tell the bubbas at PEO IWS to make that change.
Not sure how much the missiles the Navy is using cost, but drones are certainly changing the cost structure of war.Looks like the boys in the Red Sea are getting some.
U.S Destroyer, Super Hornets Splash Red Sea Attack Drones and Missiles - USNI News
A U.S. guided-missile destroyer and fighters from aircraft carrier USS Dwight D. Eisenhower (CVN-69) interdicted a dozen suicide drones and anti-ship missiles on Tuesday, according to U.S. Central Command. Houthi forces fired the 12 attack drones, three anti-ship ballistic missiles and two...
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Not sure how much the missiles the Navy is using cost, but drones are certainly changing the cost structure of war.
A $2M missile vs. a $2,000 drone: Pentagon worried over cost of Houthi attacks
“That quickly becomes a problem because the most benefit ... is in their favor," one expert said.
Nice to finally see one getting put to work.
Don’t assume that any or all of these engagements are using SM-2. There are other kinetic and non-kinetic capabilities available.Not sure how much the missiles the Navy is using cost, but drones are certainly changing the cost structure of war.
A $2M missile vs. a $2,000 drone: Pentagon worried over cost of Houthi attacks
“That quickly becomes a problem because the most benefit ... is in their favor," one expert said.
