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Balerit
PostPosted: 14 Feb 2013, 13:59 

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OOPs, I meant to post a photo of a Tomcat :^o
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An unfortunate bit of genetic programming designed to ensure the survival of the species. Inherent in all living creatures. Only humans have managed to mangle it the way they have.
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Balerit
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Eugene what are the signals flying in Gripens the first photo?
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Balerit wrote:
Eugene what are the signals flying in Gripens the first photo?


Two black balls indicate that the vessel is not fully independent or not able to operate as such. Would be flown when refueling at sea or when flying off or landing aircraft or when under tow or towing. The other is a single hoist I cannot clearly make out - so cannot help you there!

Officially described from the International Signal Code book as such:

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"Vessel restricted in ability to manoeuvre"

For example, vessels engaged in: flying aircraft, cable laying, replenishment
at sea, underwater operations, servicing navigation marks, towing, where
manoeuvre is restricted by tow. This signal does not indicate distress or a
need for help.

When at anchor, vessel also shows anchor shape. Where best seen,
in a vertical line, BLACK BALL, BLACK DIAMOND, BLACK BALL.
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Expect to see a heavily armed and fortified C-130 hercules , F 22 Raptors , Black Hawks , Drones ,AAAs, SAMs and AAMs :D

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Welcome back Skyhawk. :smt023

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If you have Netflix and looking for a good lockdown film, I recommend the French submarine movie "The Wolf's Call" (with subtitles)

Here's the trailer:

While all navy it does include a Mig-23, what looks like a CAIC 2-10 and an NH90.

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Looks interesting, thanks Sparrow and welcome. :D

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