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To: roadcat
One reason I mentioned Hatay Province is that it is still shown as Syrian territory on most Syrian maps. So I'm wondering, if that Russian pilot truly overflew Hatay, could he have been following a Syrian map?

It's quite unlikely that such a mistake would be made by a modern air force, but still...

36 posted on 12/19/2015 1:20:03 PM PST by Leaning Right (Why am I holding this lantern? I am looking for the next Reagan.)
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To: Leaning Right
It's quite unlikely that such a mistake would be made by a modern air force, but still...

I would think a modern air force would take note of a disputed region on a map, like a skull and crossbones reminder at the location. Same as when Japanese and Russian vessels approach contested areas, or for other nations disputing territory. Can it be as simple as a map mistake? Maybe. The stuff of fictional movie mayhem that can drag a world into war.

39 posted on 12/19/2015 1:30:06 PM PST by roadcat
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