[sukhoi-30mki]

[sukhoi-30mki]

http://www.stripes.com/news/reporter-s-notebook-charles-de-gaulle-more-than-meets-the-eye-1.443618

Associated Article

[lafroste]

When I read the headline, my mind played "fill in the blank" and what I understood was:

Aboard Charles de Gaulle, French and US sailors toast ‘l’inopérabilité’

[River Hawk]

Interesting. When I was in the military, i served as a liaison during a deployment with a foreign army, very interesting experience.

[catbertz]

Good late night read. I think I would enjoy this experience, and I’m sure the adventure outweighs the challenges.

[Jacquerie]

<>When the U.S. provided France with the steam catapults and arresting gear systems, part of the deal was to have an American maintenance officer onboard to assist with operations, Osbaldo said.<>

Given their recent difficulties, the Russians should rent a few of these maintenance officers. They are priceless.

[Psalm 73]

"Army Capt. Joe Winglemire...is particularly aware of the amenities and the restrictions. “Clearly the ability to be able to cook delicious food in a nice kitchen is an amenity...

Not sure why the Army personnel is on a French carrier. Esp. one that whines about amenities.

[arthurus]

For much of the time the hallmark of that ship has been "l'inoperabilité."