Originally Posted by
Davef68
Reading the interview posted above, they do use three/four EQ-4B GH derivatives, and the article mentions their advantage over the E-11. What the article doesn't say is why the E-11 is also used (rather than just a GH fleet). Presumably there are some situations where a manned aircraft is preferred
I suspect the E-11 contains first generation equipment which is too large for a drone, and requires personnel sat there to operate it. Generation II then miniaturises the equipment and makes it so the operator can be sat on the ground doing his/her stuff via satcom.
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