Helicopter pioneer Sikorsky calls war protest nonsense
Igor Sikorsky, aviation pioneer, criticizes antiwar groups arguing Sikorsky Aircraft should halt military helicopters for Vietnam. He says helicopters are essential and destructive war is inherent, citing lifesaving roles and past achievements including the first practical helicopter and early transcontinental flights.
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Army Admits Gama Goat Costs Soar And Sinking Issue
Army officials acknowledged the Gama Goat cost rose to just under 15000 per unit from 3000 and that field tests showed the amphibious truck sometimes sank. Field reports cited 180 failures at Ft Carson inclining burnt-out starters, broken joints, cracked windshields, bent tail gates, plus overheating and steering problems.
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US super-laser ex-aide claims game-changing weapon
A former think tank researcher says the United States may possess a laser beam weapon that could render nuclear arms and modern armies obsolete. He links this to Nixon’s nuclear policy, cites a 1968 Air Force project, and notes claimed tests at Kirkland AFB, though officials deny the drone-shot report.
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House probes firing of AF general in Vietnam
Rep. Otis G. Pike says the Air Force dismissed Gen. John D. Lavelle of the 7th Air Force in Vietnam before Hanoi’s offensive over alleged bombing inputs and secrecy. Hebert announced a House Armed Services subcommittee inquiry as Ryan cites irregularities in Lavelle’s command.
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