chinese sub surfaces within shooting range of U.S. south pacific battle fleet,whats up with that,have chinese come to conclusion liberalism is about to destroy american military will to fight,and no longer fear us,good luck taiwan!
2006-11-13 09:40:13 · 5 answers · asked by truckman 4 in Politics & Government ➔ Military
Doubtful, What type of sub? Russian built Kilo or Song Class. Have a link to the article. would like to read. and i will post more.
Thanks, Song Class are noisy we knew it was there. But, Kilos the chinese have bought are worrisome
2006-11-13 09:42:39 · answer #1 · answered by devilduck74 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
That is really nothing to worry about. The Chinese have older diesel powered subs, which make more noise than a New years eve party. Believe me, it didnt just pop up unannounced near one of our task forces. There are always one or two of our 688I attack subs with the fleet, and if the Chinese sub would have gotten frisky, they would have found out just how good our Mk 48 ADCAP torpedoes are.
Every nation on earth knows we have the most powerful, technologicly advanced navy that ever put to sea. Politics have nothing at all to do with the destructive power of that task force, and there are provisions that state that every navy ship has the power and authority to protect itself from attack.
Taiwan has nothing to fear either, because most of their equipment and training come from us. They actually have a respectfully sized navy of their own, as well as air force, and if mainland China were to try something, we are obligated to render any and all assistance. If anything, I would say good luck to China.
2006-11-13 17:56:00 · answer #2 · answered by shocktrooper342003 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
It was a Song class sub this time. In 1984 Kitty Hawk collided with a Soviet nuclear-powered Victor class (Project 671) attack submarine in the Sea of Japan. It is not unusual for enemy subs to practice sneaking up on carriers. Maybe not too smart, especially in a tense time.
2006-11-13 17:59:32 · answer #3 · answered by Eric 4 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Hard to make any conclusions. My guess is that the US Navy is 'sandbagging' in order to make the Chinese think they are better than they really are.
2006-11-13 21:58:08 · answer #4 · answered by MikeGolf 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
No.
I have not heard about this.
My minions must be slacking.
2006-11-13 17:50:54 · answer #5 · answered by knot_your_daddy 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋