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Predator C Avenger Makes First Flights
stoolpigeon writes "General Atomics' new unmanned combat aerial vehicle, the Predator C Avenger, has been making test flights. This new Predator has a stealthy design, 20-hour endurance, is jet powered and has an internal weapons bay. A number of photos have just become available. 'The aircraft was designed so the wings can be folded for storage in hangars or aircraft carrier operations if a naval customer is found. Cassidy, a retired admiral, has talked about a possible Navy role for Predator C since 2002. The Navy was interested in the Predator B's capabilities, but didn't want to introduce any new propeller-driven aircraft onto carrier decks. The UAV also comes with a tailhook, suggesting that carrier-related trials are planned. The inner section of the cranked wing is deep, providing structural strength for carrier landings and generous fuel volume while maintaining a dry, folding outer wing. Right now, the US Air Force and Royal Air Force are considered the most likely users.'"
Thank you for the insightful comment.
I've been involved in nonviolent parenting for a while. Violence is taught, in subtle and not so-subtle ways, from the cradle. Until we change how we raise humans, our belief that violence could resolve differences will remain.
See Parenting for a Peaceful World by Robin Grille for a glimpse of the hellish parenting practices of the Western civilization, and the incredible potential that nonviolent parenting holds.
Also, check out the works of Alice Miller who addresses child abuse as a formative force in our society.
Immoral according to whom?
(And before you trot out the word "ethics", they're the same fucking thing, and I don't have to agree with anyone else's "morals" OR "ethics".)
Who's Pol Pot? A paying customer? Sure no problem.