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OC375

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12. Are the skies secure?

Reply to RoseTrellis (Original post)

Mon Feb 23, 2026, 12:15 PM

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I thought I read the airports were now under Government control and there were helicopters patrolling the skies.

I doubt that what would unfold if Cartels shot down a USA-registered aircraft would be good for anyone.

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