AirKnife takes a stab at AirSniper

I'll admit, when I first read about the half UAV/half assault rifle known as AirSniper, I laughed. Their "original" idea, X-Box controller, unique marketing style, and lack of a legitimate website made the whole thing seem like a joke. And then I saw they said they'd be at Farnborough, so I thought that maybe they're for real. Regardless, the whole thing seemed like an easy target to make fun of, and I wanted to at first, but recanted. Perhaps there really is a group (probably just one guy) who is trying to make a living like you and me by selling this idea of a killer drone that doubles as an infantry weapon. Well that didn't seem to stop blogger Chris Albon from poking a bit of fun at the AirSniper with his own idea, AirKnife. Anyway, click on both images for larger versions and tell me which one you think is for real. If any readers are at Farnborough, please stop by the UAV pavillion and let me know if you see the AirSniper. And remember, the enemy has guns and knifes too!



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