My new nightmare scenario.

[bluescribbler]

As I watch the loaded transport planes take off from Kabul, I can't help but wonder what would happen if some rogue element of the Taliban or ISIS-K were to launch an RPG at the plane before it had achieved cruising altitude. That would be catastrophic. What is there to prevent such an occurrence? I don't know, and just the thought of it scares the living shit out of me.

[Texaswitchy]

1. All that frozen money the US is holding.

In the billions I think.

The new government needs the money.

They have to run a country now.

[greenjar_01]

2. There are literally videos of airplanes deploying flares on take off

Anyone flying in or out of Karzai is well aware of the threat and is taking active measures to avoid ground fire.

[Texaswitchy]

3. The Tailban have enemies now.

Other groups wanting to take over.

King of the hill.

[world wide wally]

4. I believe we still have an Air Force (if needed)

[BannonsLiver]

5. You're on the right track

But RPGs are not the primary concern. It would be shoulder launched missiles like a stinger. RPGs have limited range and accuracy.