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New Scientist: "Nuclear-powered drone aircraft on drawing board

19:00 19 February 03

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The US Air Force is examining the feasibility of a nuclear-powered version of an unmanned aircraft. The USAF hopes that such a vehicle will be able to 'loiter' in the air for months without refuelling, striking at will when a target comes into its sights"

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