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Old 06-09-2006, 15:50 PM   #45 (permalink)
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Im sorry, I wasnt specific enough. I was referring to the latest version of the CIWS. I still think that it would provide a better response against a small boat attack. I hadnt been aware that the .50 cals would be manned at all times. Is that still going to be possible for the LCS and the very reduced crew that they want to put on it? I really wonder about that. I may be way off base here, but I am envisioning the LCS spending most of its time operating very close to the shore of failed states and in choke points for shipping. While the LCS will need to be capable against other threats, I suspect that small boats will be what is most commonly faced and thats where my concern about this is coming from. Anyway, thanks much for all the great feedback so far.
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