Thnx to my buddies at NASA .., here’s a clear shot of the Chinese spy balloon…one was spotted over Canada according to anonymous sources …
What an electronically sophisticated platform with a simple lift vehicle …
Surprised no one has knocked it down.
SnappyHappy
Loc: Chapin, SC “The Capitol of Lake Murray”
NMGal wrote:
Surprised no one has knocked it down.
I’m more disappointed than surprised.
Why is it still flying?
Should have been shot down long ago
Thanks wonder what it looked like see why US waiting for right location to take it out. A lot of debris will fall
Blow it to smithereens!! There have been many opportunities to take this balloon out over unpopulated areas. I'll stop here before this gets sent to the attic. Great shot by the way. This is really the first time I've seen it this well. Thanks Dr. !
I believe “they” are waiting for it to go over water before shooting it down.
Seems a crude way to gather visual ground information. I’m sure China has surveillance satellites that can do a better job.
Stan
Good morning Dr. Bob,
Great image but I wish someone could explain to me just what makes this particular Aerostat actually maneuverable (steerable relative to compass heading). I have been flying since I was 18 years old with a Commercial license / multi engine (King Air 350) / instrument and approximately 6000+ hours of flight time and I have never heard of an Aerostat that can actually be "steered" (other than up / down).
Anybody?
Thanks,
Terry
I would suggest that, instead of destroying it, they should puncture it enough that it will descend slowly. Then they could take custody of it and examine it intact. I am sure that the military and CIA would love to know exactly what is the intended purpose.
What I find unbelievable is that they aren't smart enough to figure-out a way to accomplash that. Or, are they not allowed to for some very suspicious reasons.
It has already drifted over one of our most secure missile launching sites. Are they just incredibly stupid, or are they under orders from the top.
Dr.Nikon wrote:
Thnx to my buddies at NASA .., here’s a clear shot of the Chinese spy balloon…one was spotted over Canada according to anonymous sources …
What an electronically sophisticated platform with a simple lift vehicle …
when over Montana they were worried about a debris field! in Montana??
USAF Academy General grauate made that stupid statement!
Montana only has Prairie Dogs!
You would think they would be curious of the equipment.
But, Biden is our Combat Leader!
dbrugger25 wrote:
I would suggest that, instead of destroying it, they should puncture it enough that it will descend slowly. Then they could take custody of it and examine it intact. I am sure that the military and CIA would love to know exactly what is the intended purpose.
What I find unbelievable is that they aren't smart enough to figure-out a way to accomplash that. Or, are they not allowed to for some very suspicious reasons.
It has already drifted over one of our most secure missile launching sites. Are they just incredibly stupid, or are they under orders from the top.
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There is a saying in some circles that 'If you can ask the question, you already know 90% of the answer. The remaining is just verification'.
Oh my, all those part time military experts with all the how and when and why. I will just leave it to the guys that know how to take care of it. Enjoy your weekend everyone.
WJH
Pressure is mounting as we speak to shoot down the view with Fox news filming .. Its arriving off Murtle Beach shortly as it drifts out over the ocean and before it gets into International waters .. Blast it and recover the goodies .. Vessels have been placed off the coast for a recovery effort etc. The President will give the final yes or no ,,,,
Its unmanned and is a violation of our airspace .., Come on Biden .. Trump would have already taken it out ...!
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