General Atomics fires back at critics of MQ-9 drone after downing

Summary

KEY POINTS:

1. Russian jet downed U.S. Reaper in Black Sea.
2. Concerns over drone vulnerability.
3. Integrating air-to-air missiles and early warning radar suggested by its manufacturer.
4. Calls for robust or cheaper UAV alternatives.

References

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