Northcom Eyes Light Attack For Interdiction
A requirement for a low-flying, slow attack aircraft is emerging to support homeland defense missions, the commander of U.S. Northern Command says.
At issue is a “gap” in the ability to properly interdict low-flying, slow threats, such as general aviation aircraft, small unmanned aerial systems or helicopters, says Adm. James Winnefeld, Northcom chief. He spoke to reporters ...