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Old June 3rd 04, 11:39 AM
Paul F Austin
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Since the standardized designation system is gone out the window now
anyway, I won't be surprised if the R is for recon, instead of calling
it an RB-1D(?).


You might actually_read_the article in AvWeek.. The USAF is clearly in the
market for better bombers, not recce platforms.


 




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