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15. To make up for the disadvantage <strong>of</strong> weight, US pilots have better_________________________<br />

and better ______________________ .<br />

TRUE OR FALSE<br />

16. <strong>The</strong> US entered a consortium with NATO Allies to produce the F-15 jointly.<br />

17. All the primary US cargo aircraft (C-5, C-141, C-130, C-17) are turbo-jet propelled.<br />

18. <strong>The</strong> SR-71 is the world’s highest flying and fastest aircraft.<br />

19. <strong>The</strong> F-22 is the only aircraft in the world that can fly faster than Mach 1 without using afterburners.<br />

20. When configured for a refueling mission, the KC-135 is unable to carry any additional cargo or<br />

passengers.<br />

SHORT ANSWER<br />

21. What are the advantages <strong>of</strong> consortium manufacturing for the United States and NATO?<br />

22. Why is military airpower so important?<br />

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