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Old June 10th 09, 06:17 AM posted to alt.binaries.pictures.aviation
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"Morgans" wrote in message
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"Canuck" wrote

I'm hoping that someone, somewhere decides to keep a CF-18 or F/A-18 in
flyable condition in another 20 years or so. I would hate to see the
drones take over everything.


After the US has been undrgoing the refit of F-18's upgrading them to
Super Hornets, you can be sure they will be in the air in active military
roles for many years, and many years after that in display examples.
--
Jim in NC


Hi Jim! I hope you are right. It would be a shame. The Hornet is a beautiful
and capable aircraft and it would be a shame to see it disappear. Right now,
it is a bit "common" as there are so many flying for the US, Canada,
Australia, and a few other countries. Still, when you see the Blue Angels in
their F-18s, you know you are seeing something very special.

Nick