A newbies impression of the 109 and spit

[Glider]

Originally Posted by Crumpp

That was not in Iraq, it was Afghanistan.

But they only sent recce Tornados to Afghanistan.

It was one of the big gripes that Germany wouldn't put its pilots at risk, the pilots themselves were up for it, but the powers that be wouldn't let them attack anything.

[bongodriver]

Umm, I am a pilot and make my living in aviation.

I have an issue with people who use terms they don't understand because they think it makes them look smarter.

So do I and I know exactly what 'walt' means.

[Glider]

Originally Posted by bongodriver

So do I and I know exactly what 'walt' means.

Interestingly I don't but I think I can make an inspired guess

[Al Schlageter]

Well at least they weren't so gung-ho that they dropped bombs on friendlies.

[Crumpp]

But they only sent recce Tornados to Afghanistan.

They are allowed to defend themselves and other forces. They cannot engage in offensive operations.

[Glider]

Originally Posted by Crumpp

They are allowed to defend themselves and other forces. They cannot engage in offensive operations.

They didn't carry bombs or other GA weapons, it was banned so you must admit its an interesting question.

[SNAFU]

AFIK AG51 Tornados, replacing also the role of the MFG 2 (German Navy Airwing) are only designed to carry AIM-9L (I) "Sidewinder", IRIS-T, 2 Mauser Mk-27 cannons, HARM and KORMORAN 2 or the recce pod. You shouldn´t let the german public know that they were refitted in Astan, while the german ISAF soldier doesn´t even have enough ammunition to return fire on their standard patrols.

[Crumpp]

I know exactly what 'walt' means.

How long have you played this game?

[bongodriver]

Originally Posted by Crumpp

How long have you played this game?

Spotting Walts?......a long time.

[Crumpp]

Originally Posted by bongodriver

Spotting Walts?......a long time.

I don't doubt it a bit. I am sure you know plenty of them.