US Navy aircraft carrier going head-to-head with the Houthis has its planes in the air ‘constantly,’ strike-group commander says
As I read about the news regarding the US Navy aircraft carrier going head-to-head with the Houthis, one statement from the strike-group commander caught my attention. He mentioned that the carrier’s planes are constantly in the air, ready to combat any threat that may arise. And for me, that seems like a normal and necessary practice in an active war zone.
When you have the risk of enemy fire and the need to protect shipping and suppress firing positions, it’s only logical to have round-the-clock Combat Air Patrol (CAP). This allows for quick strikes and provides extra anti-air protection for a wide area.… Continue reading
John Q. Hosedrinker