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A new generation of nuclear-powered drones?

Washington, USA - "It's a pretty terrifying prospect"

According to press reports today April 03, 2012, it seems that a nuclear-engined drone-aircraft project is nestling within the US Department of Defence's programmes. American scientists have drawn up plans for a new generation of nuclear-powered drones capable of flying over remote regions of the world for months without refueling. The plans for this technology, which have been developed by SNL...

AVIONEWS - World Aeronautical Press Agency - 1139304
Rome, Italy, 04/03/2012 19:11
AVIONEWS - World Aeronautical Press Agency

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