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NEW VIDEO shows US SUPER HORNET dodging IRANIAN MISSILE
Summary
Recent footage shows a U.S. Navy Super Hornet narrowly dodging an Iranian missile during combat operations over southern Iran. The , believed to be genuine, was geo-located to the port of Chabahar, where American forces have concentrated their efforts against Iranian threats.
The Super Hornet was observed flying at low altitude and engaging targets with its onboard cannon, indicating a shift in operational tactics as air defense threats in the area appear diminished. Despite this, Iranian forces maintain a variety of short-range infrared guided surface-to-air missile systems, posing a continued risk to low-flying aircraft.
The footage reveals the pilot maneuvering away from an incoming missile, suggesting a limited response time due to the nature of man-portable air defense systems. These systems, which do not rely on radar, can launch without prior warning, complicating defensive measures for pilots.
Analysis indicates that while the missile may not have directly hit the Super Hornet, the aircraft likely sustained damage from shrapnel. Iranian media claims of the jet crashing in the Indian Ocean lack supporting evidence, raising doubts about their credibility.
Perspectives
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U.S. Military Operations
- Demonstrates effective evasion tactics against missile threats
- Engages targets at low altitude, indicating operational flexibility
- Maintains air superiority despite Iranian missile capabilities
Iranian Military Threats
- Operates a variety of short-range surface-to-air missile systems
- Claims of downing U.S. aircraft, though lacking evidence
- Continues to pose a significant risk to low-flying aircraft
Neutral / Shared
- Highlights the evolving nature of air combat in the region
- Notes the limitations of man-portable air defense systems
Metrics
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6,000 rounds per minute rounds/minute
rate of fire for the M-61-A2 Vulcan cannon
This high rate of fire indicates the firepower available to the Super Hornet during engagements.
which fires these large high explosive rounds at a blinding rate of 6,000 rounds per minute.
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412 rounds
maximum ammunition capacity of the Super Hornet's cannon
This limits the duration of sustained fire to approximately four seconds.
the superhorned carries a maximum of just 412 of these rounds, however, allowing for just about four full seconds of sustained fire.
other
3.3 pounds
warhead weight of Iranian man-portable air defense systems
This small warhead size indicates limited destructive capability compared to larger systems.
Iran's domestically-produced misog-series man-pads carry warheads that are only about 3.3 pounds.
other
13,000 to 15,000 feet
maximum altitude for man-portable air defense systems to identify targets
This altitude limitation provides a tactical advantage for aircraft operating below this threshold.
but struggle to identify targets any higher than 13,000 to 15,000 feet or so.
Key entities
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Recent footage shows a U.S. Navy Super Hornet narrowly evading an Iranian missile while operating over southern Iran, highlighting the risks faced by military aircraft in the region.
- Recent footage shows a U.S. Navy Super Hornet narrowly evading an Iranian missile while operating over southern Iran, highlighting the risks faced by military aircraft in the region
- The videos have been verified and pinpointed to Chabahar, suggesting a strategic focus on Irans southwestern areas by U.S. forces
- The Super Hornet was observed flying at low altitude and engaging ground targets, indicating potential weaknesses in local air defense systems
- Despite Iranian air defenses appearing ineffective, short-range surface-to-air missiles still pose a significant threat to non-stealth aircraft at low altitudes
- The footage captures the pilot executing evasive maneuvers just before the missiles impact, underscoring the challenges posed by man-portable air defense systems that can operate without radar
- Iranian media reported that the Super Hornet crashed, but U.S. officials have denied these claims, indicating a lack of evidence for such assertions