Manned Light Aircraft May Edge Out Some UAVs
By David A. Fulghum .
Unmanned aircraft are useful for countries that can afford them, but many of the world’s air forces, governments and agencies cannot sustain long-term spending on training, personnel or force structure that UAVs require. A cheaper option is light, Predator-sized, manned aircraft equipped with sensors and weapons designed for the UAV market.
Modern trainer designs in particular are being ...