U.S. Shifts Spy Planes To Afghan War

A greater share of U.S. reconnaissance aircraft, including Project Liberty planes like the one shown here, have been sent to Afghanistan. US Air Force

From USA Today:

WASHINGTON — The U.S. military has sent more spy planes to Afghanistan and moved others there from Iraq, reflecting President Obama's emphasis on Afghanistan and the difficult fight there.

In July 2008, 75% of spy planes, including drones such as Predators and Reapers, were devoted to Iraq and 25% to Afghanistan, according to Pentagon figures. As of this month, 66% are in Afghanistan compared with 33% in Iraq.

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My Comment: I am sure that the commanders and soldiers on the ground in Afghanistan are going to be happy with this support.

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