U.S. Air Force tests Minuteman III missiles

[Ravenchamp]

U.S. Air Force tests Minuteman III missiles

Intercontinental Ballistic Missiles have been launched by the U.S. Air Force Global Strike Command to verify the accuracy and reliability of the weapon system.

Both Minuteman IIIs were unarmed, and their test re-entry vehicles impacted within 40 minutes of each other in a pre-established test area last week near the island of Guam.

"An operational test launch requires hard work, months of preparation, and outstanding team work between personnel on both bases," said Lt. Col. Daniel Hays, the 341st Missile Wing Task Force Commander. "These launches are a visible reminder to both our adversaries and our allies of the readiness and capability of the Minuteman III weapon system, and without the dedication of the men and women from both the 576th and the 341st, this test could not have happened."

www.spacedaily.com/reports/US_Air_Force_tests_Minuteman_III_missiles_999.html

[rocketwolf]

I fired a rocket into the air,
Where it went I know not where.
I hope it doesnt land on the pate,
Of someone who can retaliate.

[Ravenchamp]

Making sure our nuke boosters are operating well.

[Evil Yoda]

It's a message to those old coots who run Iran.

[Ravenchamp]

Think Iran cares?

[Evil Yoda]

Apr 2, 2015 12:17:15 GMT -5 Ravenchamp said:

Think Iran cares?

Sure. Remember that all the suicide bombers are young, expendable types. The same men (and now, women) religious men have convinced to sacrifice themselves "in the name of the faith" for centuries. The old coots don't want to die. That's for the young, dumb, and full of... enthusiasm.

[redleg]

I wonder how long before The Puppet gives them to Iraq. Or the "vetted" Syrian rebels.

[Bartman]

Nice to know they still work!