The US Military's Worst Idea

Thanks to Inland Empire Film Services and the San Bernardino County Film Office for portions of the video shot in the County of San Bernardino. Massive thanks to Dr David Wright for the interview and providing invaluable guidance during the research for this video. Massive thanks to Adam Savage for being part of this video. Additional photos from NASA and ESA. USAF. (2003). The US Air Force transformation flight plan.

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