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Old 4th May 2005 | 22:57
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Spotting Bad Guys
 
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From: Lincs
UAVs in the CAS role

The Predator already carries out highly effective and precise CAS:

See here

The system also has the advantage of being able to transmit the imagery directly to ground forces (suitably equipped with a 'ROVER' system). It can self-lase Hellfire or buddy lase for another aircraft's weapons, and stick around to conduct BDA.

However, the feedback and SA issue remains key, as the article suggests.

Cheers

SBG
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