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From: Matt Hufstetler <gt2778a@*****.GATECH.EDU>
Subject: Re: How to handle missiles?
Date: Fri, 1 Sep 1995 08:42:04 -0400
> This would also be possible, if you again know the missile is coming, and
> have both the nerves and reflexes to wait for it to just about strike... And
> even then, I'd guess only aircraft would be fast enough to try this sort of
> stunt (though on second thoughts... they're probably not maneuverable
> enough. Helicopters would probably be your best bet :)

Cobra Pilots in 'Nam had to do this a lot. Unfortunately, the proximity
blasts will still kill a chopper no problem.

Matt 'Comatose Raspberry' Hufstetler
Georgia Institute of Technology, Atlanta Georgia, 30332
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