Second SEAD/Strike mission against SAM site at airfield.
Aircraft 1-3 were loaded with HARMs.
Aircraft 4-5 were loaded with MAV-F missiles to cleanup after SEAD objectives accomplished.
1-3 launched HARMs simultaneously on individual targets. All 12 HARMs were intercepted by SA-10 SAMs. None made it to the target area. SA-10 threat was not neutralized. Mission Commander aborted the strike mission. All aircraft returned safely to the carrier.
1 - Hedgehog: trapped.
2 - Weavin: trapped.
3 - Ranger: trapped.
4 - Lion: CTD.
5 - Trim: trapped.
Mission failed. SEAD onjectives not met.
23 JAN 2019 Grumble Gank, Part 2
Re: 23 JAN 2019 Grumble Gank, Part 2
Pilot records and Greenie Board updated.
Re: 23 JAN 2019 Grumble Gank, Part 2
Well...third times the charm?