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From: tjh%bu-pub.BU.EDU@bu-it.bu.edu (Tim Hall)
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Subject: VIFF and AFTI
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Date: 21 Jun 89 02:46:02 GMT
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From: tjh%bu-pub.BU.EDU@bu-it.bu.edu (Tim Hall)

The term VIFF used by Harrier pilots stands for "vectoring in forward
flight".

This makes me think of the AFTI (advanced fighter technology integration -
i think) F-16 that was built.  I imagine a Harrier pilot could VIFF and
climb with out changing the aircraft's pitch.  The AFTI F-16 was built
to do this and turn without changing roll.  So does anybody know how this
helped the AFTI in dogfights?

Any other interesting things about AFTI?

-Tim