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B-1B Bomber WSO (Weapons Systems Officer) | Brian "Sloth" Baker | Ep. 273

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Evolution of the B-1 Bomber: From Low Altitude Flying to Precision Guided Missions

This chapter provides a historical background of the B-1 Bomber program, discussing its original design for low altitude flying and its later transition to precision-guided weapons. It covers the jet's role in conflicts like Desert Storm 1, its adaptation to new roles post-9/11, and the challenges and advantages of being a close air support (CAS) platform.

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