In article ,
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On Wed, 14 Sep 2005 18:16:14 -0400, "Howard C. Berkowitz"
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In article ,
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On 14 Sep 2005 09:07:04 -0700, wrote:


Peter Skelton wrote:


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Surface to air technology has improved to the point where a
Harpoon launcher can be at excessive risk. ISTM that the USAF
wants to stand back a bit farther.

Peter Skelton



Which brings me back to the question in the original post. Why is
the USAF taking the lead in this, and not the Navy?

Because there's a part of the navy that regards surface ships as
targets.

Peter Skelton

When did submarines start air launching?

Think about what you just said.

Peter Skelton

OK, launching in air, not WITH air.