Countering the pirate and terrorist threat : fast attack craft (FAC) becoming ever more popular / Massimo Annati
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Naval Forces Vol 27 No 5, 2006, pp.80-91 (41)Summary: The protection of coastal waters, shipping routes and marine infrastructure calls for versatile vessels the main characteristics of which are speed, armaments and protection. Describes the wide variety of different craft in use around the world ranging in size from rigid hull inflatables to frigates. Fast attack usually indicates speeds in excess of 30-35 knots, but some vessels offer 60+knots and still retain performance in rough seas using stabilised guns and rocket launchers.
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The protection of coastal waters, shipping routes and marine infrastructure calls for versatile vessels the main characteristics of which are speed, armaments and protection. Describes the wide variety of different craft in use around the world ranging in size from rigid hull inflatables to frigates. Fast attack usually indicates speeds in excess of 30-35 knots, but some vessels offer 60+knots and still retain performance in rough seas using stabilised guns and rocket launchers.
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