Unmanned Tactical Airlift: A Business Case Study

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Much literature has been published on unmanned aircraft in general, particularly in the roles of intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance (ISR) as well as attack. Less has been written on the use of unmanned aircraft in mobility roles. What has been written was form a strategic airlift perspective and air refueling. Virtually nothing, however, has been published on unmanned tactical aircraft. The purpose of this study is to examine unmanned tactical airlift from an Air Force perspective. This is not a quantitative analysis, but rather an examination of the merits of unmanned tactical airlift as well as a recommendation of why, what, how, and when the Air Force should pursue such technology. Due to the lack of literature, this cannot be considered a formal case study; however, a thorough examination of available literature is presented as well as research by other authors suggesting desirable characteristics for an unmanned tactical aircraft. In addition, barriers to implementation are examined and a potential way ahead for the Air Force suggested as well.