The total cost of each Predator, that is in use now, is $4m. They come boxed like a glider and can be made ready in 6hrs. Of course the back-up and continuous maintenance will not be cheap. But guys, £4m(ish) for 2 Predators? These things have changed the outlook on tactical reconnaissance in a massive way. Let's not make this a time to penny pinch.
People have mis-used this comment before, but this bit of kit is the future and very much needed on the front line. If we had just 10 of these placed in British controlled areas, we would be saving many fatalities and many more injuries.
It's pretty obvious isn't it........I hope it's not too obvious to overlook!
FbS
Last edited by Fast but Safe; 23rd January 2007 at 01:57.