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To: Buckeroo
The stealth bomber isn't that fast, it doesn't have to be. One of the underlying purposes of creating stealth is to eliminate the need for speed and the weight, engines and airframe assemblies (and fuel load) that capacity entails. From the information I've seen the B-2 cruises at somewhere in the 430knot range. Compared to the old F-111 or the B-1B, it's considerably slower counting on its technology to protect it.
68 posted on 01/05/2002 6:47:28 PM PST by middie
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To: middie
I appreciate the input. But it is fast considering it's payload characteristics. It is easily deployed around the world, too.

I don't think radar is much of a worry.

Best Regards!
Buckeroo

75 posted on 01/05/2002 7:04:29 PM PST by Buckeroo
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