Anyone have their MES? The pentagon is eyeing the lack of US forces amphibious aircraft. This article talks about CSAR ops on pacific areas that will be almost nonexistent without something like this. A good read amphibious aircraft use to more prevalent in our world. There might be new pilot opportunities in the future!

Of note China just flew the largest amphibious aircraft recently.

http://www.twz.com/news-features/pentagon-to-contract-fleet-of-seaplanes-for-the-pacific

twz.com

Pentagon To Contract Fleet Of Seaplanes For The Pacific

The lack of an American amphibious aircraft capability has become more glaring as the possibility of a conflict with China looms larger.