UCAVs move toward feasibility

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The US Air Force is considering the development of Unmanned Combat Air Vehicles to provide air warfare assets that are effective in attacking enemy positions and are able to save the lives of air crews. Currently, the defence department and various aerospace companies are investing money for UCAV designs that are small, stealthy, technologically advantageous and are financially viable.

Author: Tirpak, John A.
Publisher: Air Force Association
Publication Name: Air Force Magazine
Subject: Military and naval science
ISSN: 0730-6784
Year: 1999
Product information, Aircraft Manufacturing, Remotely Piloted Vehicles & Drones

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Toward an unmanned bomber

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United States Air Force's Unmanned Combat Air Vehicle (UCAV) is gaining importance as world's first unmanned bomber due to its weight, range and payload. The UCAV is flexible and is a tool for long-range strike, since it loiters over maneuver units on the ground directly with the battlefield airmen.

Author: Tirpak, John A.
Publisher: Air Force Association
Publication Name: Air Force Magazine
Subject: Military and naval science
ISSN: 0730-6784
Year: 2005
Facilities & equipment, Usage, Equipment and supplies, United States. Air Force, Military equipment, Military paraphernalia, Mechanization, Military, Drone aircraft, Unmanned aerial vehicles

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