US Cruiser SHOOTS DOWN Own F/A-18F Super Hornet?! Red Sea Friendly Fire Incident Explained

A shocking incident in the Red Sea has raised serious questions about naval warfare and identification systems. A US Navy Ticonderoga-class cruiser, the USS Gettysburg, mistakenly engaged and shot down a $57 million F/A-18F Super Hornet, forcing two pilots to eject. Miraculously, they survived with minor injuries.

This video breaks down the incident, exploring:

The context of US operations against Houthi rebels in the Red Sea.
The capabilities of the Ticonderoga-class cruisers and their Aegis Combat System.
The F/A-18F Super Hornet's features and defensive measures.
Why the aircraft's IFF (Identification Friend or Foe) system seemingly failed.
How the SM-2 missile overcame the Super Hornet's countermeasures, including chaff, flares, and evasive maneuvers.
The implications of this incident for future naval engagements and the increasing sophistication of anti-air missiles.
Was this a simple mistake, or does it point to deeper problems with current technology and protocols? Join us as we analyze this alarming event.

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