Interception of a record number of aircraft of the aircraft forces (VKS) of Russia at the Western coast of North America “Strenage” of the United States Air Force (Air Force) division (Air Force), reports the Air Force Times, a statement of Lieutenant-General David Kramma from the United Baza Elmendorf – Richardson, Located in Anchorage (Alaska).
According to him, the US Air Force is observed in the growth of Russia’s military activity in the Arctic. “Last year we intercepted more than 60 aircraft [VKS Russia],” said Lieutenant-General.
Edition, referring to the data Anchorage Daily News for 2015, reports that the United States Air Force was noticed “on average, about 10 invasions of Russian aircraft per year,” primarily strategic bombers Tu-95, as well as anti-submarine and intelligence aircraft. “Despite the fact that our units are experiencing a load, I will tell you that they cope with it very and very effectively,” the cramme was assured.
The commander noted that the interception of Russian aircraft is sent, in particular, fighters of the fifth generation F-22 Raptor.
In January, the DRIVE American edition wrote that in August 2020, the United States Air Force was studied possible ways to use low-challenge strategic bombers, in particular B-2 Spirit, to apply a “deep strike on enemy target”, probably related to Russia or China.