BLUF
The low-cost, expendable target drones should be capable of realistically replicating threats ranging from small hobby drones to stealth fighters, bombers, transport aircraft, and UAVs to improve training and weapons testing.Learning Outcomes
- Explain the U.S. Air Force's requirement for next-generation target drones.
- Compare the performance and signature characteristics required to simulate different aircraft types.
- Assess the advantages of low-cost, attritable, and commercially derived target drone solutions in improving scalability, affordability, and operational effectiveness.
