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To: fremont_steve
A B-2 can also hit a multitude of targets in one mission. The Tomahawk has a submunition capability, but it's nice to deliver 2,000 lb. per target.

I also don't know what type of terminal maneuvers the Tomahawk can do and what kind of kinetics you get compared to an air dropped weapon, whether there is a penetrator option or not.

Personally, I can't see how AV8-B's got into the mix with their maintenance record at the same time they are using B-2s. If you want some air power in there why not bring a carrier. They can surge 100 sorties a day for a while and fly 60 sorties without really breaking a sweat.

If I was Qadaffi I would make a play at hitting Sicily with just a couple bombs. That would bring this whole thing to a screeching halt.

57 posted on 03/21/2011 1:11:19 PM PDT by USNBandit (sarcasm engaged at all times)
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To: USNBandit

“A B-2 can also hit a multitude of targets in one mission. The Tomahawk has a submunition capability, but it’s nice to deliver 2,000 lb. per target. “

PLUS, the pilots do need the training


117 posted on 03/21/2011 6:38:08 PM PDT by mewykwistmas (No blood for ($4 a gallon) oil!)
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