Aviation News – Germany and France have agreed to abandon a flagship project to develop a next-generation European fighter jet after failing to overcome longstanding industrial disputes between the companies involved. The decision marks a significant setback for one of Europe’s most ambitious defence initiatives and raises new questions about future military cooperation on the continent.

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[–] 6 points 3 months ago (1 child)

How sure are we that manned jets will even matter in 10/20 years?

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  • [–] 4 points 3 months ago (3 children)

    They won't be, arial drones will cost a fraction of what one of these fighters costs and will be able to outperform and outmaneuver them.

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  • [–] 8 points 3 months ago (1 child)

    They outperform in certain cases, but not all.

    For example; Modern jets are flying sensor suites, that gives them abilities a drone does not have.

    Similarly, tanks have become less important, but not irrelevant.

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  • [–] 3 points 3 months ago (1 child)

    Plus they won't be able to refuse orders to fire on civilians

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  • [–] 4 points 3 months ago (1 child)

    So far I don't see pilots refusing too.

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    Your argument just proves my point. If it were common you wouldn't have to dig for a few examples.

    I was in the army, not the US but still, for 4 years and even though you can legally refuse certain orders the whole machinery is designed to make you stupid and accept authority without question.

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