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On Mon, 13 Dec 2004 12:57:54 -0500, "Kevin Brooks"
wrote: "Peter Kemp" wrote in message .. . On Sun, 12 Dec 2004 16:22:05 -0800, Lyle wrote: Then there will probably be developed a ASW Version of the Osprey, if you ask me the Osprey is the most logical assest we have to replace the C-2 Greyhound, E-2 Hawkeye, and S-3 Vikeing, and Tanker aircraft with a common platform. JMO Interesting. I'm of the opinion myself that for the USN's purposes, the best replacement for all of these is another production run of E-2, plus an updated C-2 (turboprop powered, naturally) fitted out as required for the S-3 and tanker missions. I just don't see the extra complexity of the VTOL as a good thing for a navy that is committed to CTOL carriers. one of the duties of the Wasp class is SeaControl/CVE duties. But it does make some sense for a Navy that is trying to further stretch its reach by implementing such things as the Expeditionary Strike Group concept, using the less capable amphibious assault ships, etc., as the core of those forces as opposed to having a CVN required in all instances. The fact that we remain sommitted to CTOL carriers does not mean that we have an infinite supply of them ready for handling multiple contingencies spaced out around the globe, nor does it mean that those vessels possess an unlimited on-station capability--which is why the ESG concept is being pursued. remember that the CVE during world war 2 were used to escort the convoys/assault ships to the destinations protecting them from both subs and aircraft. And once they got to their destination provided airsupport for the amphibous landings. This freed of the CVA for attacks on the enemies fleet, or to attack targets inland. And it were the Marines that were assigned to the CVE's not the Navy. Brooks Now for the RN, there may well be some use in an AEW/Tanker Osprey, but IMO it's unlikely to happen. More likely a Merlin will get a radome, and we'll do without organic tankers :-( -- Peter Kemp "Life is short...drink faster" |
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Peter- Are props really that much more dangerous than a sucking inlet? And is
that a perception thing or are they demonstratably so (i.e. is it just that props make more mess?). BRBR Well, the flight deck is dangerous even when no engine is turning of any type but I have seen many people walk too close to some types of intakes w/ only a chewing out afterward(like the F-4) but getting around a E-2 prop when it is 'flat', not making any 'wind' can really hurt. On my second cruise we had a civilian walk into an E-2 prop, took his arm off but he lived. I will say a bunch of props is more dangerous than a bunch of jet engines but it's all dangerous. P. C. Chisholm CDR, USN(ret.) Old Phart Phormer Phantom, Turkey, Viper, Scooter and Combat Buckeye Phlyer |
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remember that the CVE during world war 2 were used to escort the
convoys/assault ships to the destinations protecting them from both subs and aircraft. And once they got to their destination provided airsupport for the amphibous landings. SNIP The reason the Wildcat was kept in production in its FM-2 version - a CAS ship with limited fighter capability And it were the Marines that were assigned to the CVE's not the Navy. SNIP Not until the very end of the war |
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