But the world is buying drones instead because of us
Manned aircraft has its own advantages? Situational awareness is the most important. Controlling operations from room vs in the field. Instincts of pilot experienced in warfare matters. Drone operators needs to have very good trained eye. Knowing terrain, area. Identification. movement behavior etc. Best operators are trained in the field. Slowly flying, in a high altitude. Observing. Both with your eyes and feeding data right into dedicated operations console on board. Ability to make decisions on spot.
+ As UAV platforms, operations get more complex, there is even more need for dedicated manned special mission aircraft. There is MULTI-INT aircraft project based on CL600 ongoing aside from HAVASOJ. We can build different, more affordable platforms. Based on Beechcraft, small business jet etc. Concept like I showed. Can be armed and give network-centric capabilities at squad level in a very cost effective versatile platform. Pilots are more affordable to train etc.