by Coolbert
Pilots of U.S. manned bomber aircraft flying SIOP missions [Single Integrated Operational Plan] will have to contend with the effects of dazzle.
"Single Integrated Operational Plan (or SIOP) is a blueprint that tells how American nuclear weapons would be used in the event of war. The plan integrates the nuclear capabilities of manned bombers, long-range intercontinental missiles and ballistic-missile firing nuclear submarines. The SIOP is implemented in case the United States is under nuclear attack or if a nuclear attack on the United States is imminent."
Read further about the SIOP by clicking here.
If the SIOP is being implemented, B-52 pilots will know they are going into a nuclear environment!!
"dazzle - - (DOD) Temporary loss of vision or a temporary reduction in visual acuity; may also be applied to effects on optics."
"flash blindness - - (DOD, NATO) Impairment of vision resulting from an intense flash of light. It includes temporary or permanent loss of visual functions and may be associated with retinal burns."
http://militarythoughts.blogspot.com/2005/10/this-is-coolbert-pilots-of-u.html
