Arr, me hearties! The Superhornets be strikin' back, whilst the whole world be watchin' a twist like a Hollywood blockbuster!
2024-01-13
Upon Thursday's eve, a mighty onslaught of a hundred weapons rained down upon the rebel-infested lands of Yemen. 'Twas the fearsome 'Superhornet,' the legendary vessel, that led this audacious charge, aiming to quell the Houthi rebels and restore order to those turbulent shores. Arrr, a sight to strike fear into the hearts of scallywags!
On Thursday night, the U.S. Central Command (CENTCOM) launched a strike on 16 Houthi rebel areas in Yemen. The strike involved over 100 weapons targeting 60 different areas. The purpose of the strike was to reduce collateral damage to civilians and was executed at night to minimize the risk. The F/A-18EF Superhornet played a central role in the operation. Interestingly, this is the same plane that Tom Cruise flew in the movie "Top Gun: Maverick." The stakes of these airstrikes are high, as Iran and China are closely watching. This operation marks a turnaround in tactics and has been long overdue. For weeks, Navy ship crews and Superhornet pilots have been limited in their actions. The rules dictated that they could only shoot down Houthi missiles and drones at the last minute. However, this recent strike signifies a shift in approach. The Superhornets were finally able to switch from drone slayers to bomb-dropping mode. They carry advanced weapons such as the Joint Direct Attack Munition and Joint Standoff weapon, making them effective in taking out fixed target sites. The strikes were carried out at night, requiring catapult launches, air refueling, and potentially landing in the darkness. This operation not only sends a message to the Houthis but also serves as a warning to China, whose warships are present near the Red Sea gateway. The U.S. and Britain attacked Houthi capabilities right before the Taiwan elections, demonstrating their readiness to defend against any threats. The success of these strikes remains to be seen, but Central Command has additional aim points lined up if needed.