(09-25-2023, 09:30 PM)homebiscuit Wrote: The Ukranians are effectively applying drone technology to fight Russia. But these are literal toys compared to what the U.S. and China have. Drones are in the process of completely changing warfare. 

The next generation of military aircraft won't have pilots. The U.S. is already well on its way to developing 'wingman' aircraft which fly autonomously with manned aircraft to perform various missions from air-to-air combat, bombing and reconnaissance. The Navy is already using drones as air-to-air refueling craft. 

https://www.msn.com/en-us/news/world/wil...AA19LO3B|1

https://x.com/Osinttechnical/status/1706...71547?s=20

Here’s a video touching on drones teaming with manned aircraft. As far as I know, we lead the world in this technology and it is an effective force multiplier. Not only can they be used for offensive missions with ordnance, but can also team with F-35s to conduct electronic warfare missions. It’s a pretty cool watch if you have 8 minutes. 

https://youtu.be/lneYH7ZAU78?si=8Es8T2eO9sy4Oduy

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