A reliable source out of south Florida reports that Sant Claus and his reindeer were out on a test run of his new Boeing-manufactured sled in preparation for this years Christmas event. According to one of Santa's elves, who wishes to remain anonymous (but using the alias "Elvis") has stated that, while Santa was somewhere over Iran, a surface-to-air missle appeared out of nowhere and just about took out the new sleigh.
Elvis the elf reports that Rudolph took evasive action but that the heat-seeking missle kept following Rudolph's nose. Apparently the rocket ran out of solid rocket propellant and its velocity was greatly reduced; however, not before striking the rear end of the sleigh where the present bay was located.
Since Santa traded in his old sleigh for the new Boeing model, there is no replacement for this year's Christmas. Good new, though! Repairs are underway so there is the remote possibility that the sleigh will be air-worthy before December 24th.
Merry Christmas from south Florida !!!!