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Old 28 April 2022, 18:34   #1
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How to launch a SIB from submarine!
Next time you're wondering how to launch - bear a thought for these guys!

Came up on my Facebook feed, but thought I'd share it here. Royal Navy Commandos being deployed from HMS Ambush (Astute-class SSN).
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Old 28 April 2022, 20:41   #2
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No hassling with trailers. Seems like a pretty easy way to launch.
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Recovery might be a little interesting……..
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Given how cold that water must be, I'm thinking the guy in charge should be giving his orders sitting down.
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