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US Military Live Fire F-18, F-5 Demonstration Video
With numerous "live" video to watch on military.com, this demo is amazing cosidering the confines of the mountains around the target area, the aircraft speeds and spectators near by (www.military.com) Más...
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I keep getting F111 Dump and Burn Video ???
I did, too. Scroll down a bit - it's there.
.. Noticed after posting .. It was not US ...but Swiss military .. Sorry FlightAware fans.
Impressive display nonetheless. Apparently, the Swiss intend to defend themselves and are prepared to do so if necessary.
And I thought our government wasted money! They are a neutral country and still have fighter jets!?!
You are correct, the Swiss have one of the most expensive militaries, on a per capita basis. The Swiss are armed to the teeth, but they rarely draw attention to it. Males are subject to mandatory conscription...optional for women. They have a true citizen militia.
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Military_of_Switzerland
Fascinating piece about Swiss militia from Rick Steves website, for thos who are interested:
http://www.ricksteves.com/plan/destinations/switz/swissarmy.htm
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Military_of_Switzerland
Fascinating piece about Swiss militia from Rick Steves website, for thos who are interested:
http://www.ricksteves.com/plan/destinations/switz/swissarmy.htm
