Throughout the history of aviation and warfare, aircraft and weapons systems have been primarily designed and operated by humans, with large-scale mechanization emerging only in the twentieth century. Recently, artificial intelligence (AI) has begun to influence both civilian aviation and military operations, particularly through the development of unmanned aerial vehicles. This study examines the growing role of AI in aircraft manufacture, operation, and drone-based warfare, focusing on whether AI should function as a supportive tool or enable greater autonomy. Using historical analysis, modern case studies, such as the Russo-Ukrainian War, and current AI research, the project evaluates the feasibility, limitations, risks, and ethical implications of increased automation. Special attention is given to determining which tasks may be fully automated and which require continued human oversight, given the high risks associated with aviation and combat operations.
