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CNO: Next-Generation Navy Fighter Might Not Need Stealth
'You know that stealth may be over-rated,' Greenert said during a speed at the Office of Naval Research Naval Future Force Science and Technology Expo, Washington D.C. 'I don't want to necessarily say that it's over but let's face it, if something moves fast through the air and disrupts molecules in the air and puts out heat ' I don't care how cool the engine can be ' it's going to be detectable.'One analyst said if Navy F/A-XX developers seek to engineer a sixth-generation aircraft, they will likely explore a range of next-generation technologies such as maximum sensor connectivity, super cruise ability and an aircraft with electronically configured 'smart skins.' 'The weight that we put on an aircraft due to the pilot is kind of extraordinary. You can take that off and put sensors on there instead,' Greenert explained. I believe this last sentence kills any USAF support. Posted by: Hupineger Glomomp003 2015-02-08 |
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