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Yes, the USAF C-130 aircraft was used to spray Agent Orange during the Vietnam War. These aircraft were equipped with special tanks and spraying equipment to disperse the herbicide over large areas of land. The use of Agent Orange by the military has been linked to serious health issues for both military personnel and civilians exposed to the chemical.

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How did us army use napalm and agent orange?

Napalm is like thick, sticky gasoline. Used to set stuff on fire. Can be used in flamethrowers. Agent Orange is a defoliant. Spray it on trees and the leaves fall off. The US used it in Vietnam to prevent the enemy from hiding in the jungle.


Why did American soldiers use Agent Orange?

Predominantly deployed by US Airmen not US Soldiers (predominantly deployed by the USAF not the US Army). If an enemy can be seen, it can be shot (destroyed). AO destroyed forests (jungles) that concealed enemy movements and positions. This agent was replaced by Rome Plows operated by US Army engineers by 1970.


What is the name of the plane with a back hatch door that comes down in the war of Vietnam?

Discounting helicopters; the US had three such airplanes in Vietnam: 1. C7 Caribou; a US Army twin engine transport plane used from 1959 to 1971, but officially until about 1964, as the US Army was ordered by the DOD to transfer all fixed wing aircraft to the USAF. 2. C123 Provider; a USAF twin engine cargo/transport plane. 3. C130 Hercules; a USAF four engine cargo/transport plane. This airplane, by far, was the most used & was also used as the "Spectre Gunship" (of which 6 were shot down during the Vietnam War...the largest full scaled search & rescue for one of the downed Spectre's was overshadowed by the "BAT-21" rescue mission going on at the same time (see film: BAT-21 starring Gene Hackman). More than likely, today, only the C130 remains in service.


What explains why the tradition of military challenge coins continues to persist in the USAF?

It still holds meaning for the USAF culture.


How many airmen in the USAF?

As of 2023, the United States Air Force (USAF) has approximately 330,000 active duty airmen. This number can fluctuate due to recruitment, retention, and other factors. Additionally, the USAF includes reserve and guard components, which bring the total number of personnel to around 700,000 when including all components. For the most accurate and up-to-date figures, it's best to refer to official USAF sources.

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How did us army use napalm and agent orange?

Napalm is like thick, sticky gasoline. Used to set stuff on fire. Can be used in flamethrowers. Agent Orange is a defoliant. Spray it on trees and the leaves fall off. The US used it in Vietnam to prevent the enemy from hiding in the jungle.


Why did American soldiers use Agent Orange?

Predominantly deployed by US Airmen not US Soldiers (predominantly deployed by the USAF not the US Army). If an enemy can be seen, it can be shot (destroyed). AO destroyed forests (jungles) that concealed enemy movements and positions. This agent was replaced by Rome Plows operated by US Army engineers by 1970.


USAF black bird?

USAF SR-71


What is the name of the plane with a back hatch door that comes down in the war of Vietnam?

Discounting helicopters; the US had three such airplanes in Vietnam: 1. C7 Caribou; a US Army twin engine transport plane used from 1959 to 1971, but officially until about 1964, as the US Army was ordered by the DOD to transfer all fixed wing aircraft to the USAF. 2. C123 Provider; a USAF twin engine cargo/transport plane. 3. C130 Hercules; a USAF four engine cargo/transport plane. This airplane, by far, was the most used & was also used as the "Spectre Gunship" (of which 6 were shot down during the Vietnam War...the largest full scaled search & rescue for one of the downed Spectre's was overshadowed by the "BAT-21" rescue mission going on at the same time (see film: BAT-21 starring Gene Hackman). More than likely, today, only the C130 remains in service.


When did Jane's USAF happen?

Jane's USAF happened in 1999.


When was Jane's USAF created?

Jane's USAF was created in 1999.


How do you get Jane's usaf run on vista?

How do you get Jane's usaf run on vista


Do you pay to get into the usaf?

I served 20 years in the USAF. They paid me, I did not pay them.


What is the USAF soldier?

there aint no such thing as a USAF soldier! we are Airman damnit!


What are the German Luftwaffe ranks and their USAF equivalents?

None. The Luftwaffe and the USAF did not exist at the same time. The Lyftwaffe was from 1933 to 1945, the USAF was formed in 1947.


Is Jane's USAF vista 64 compatible?

Is Jane's USAF vista 64 compatible?


What explains why the tradition of military challenge coins continues to persist in the USAF?

It still holds meaning for the USAF culture.