Just like in Vietnam (when fragging became a serious problem) US may use planes as substitute for troops in Iraq

Greater racist genocidal slaughter, fewer apple pie-fed Amerikkkan losses.

The Bush regime is considering a plan to put America's awesome airpower at the disposal of Iraqi commanders, as a way of reducing the number of US troops on the ground. The plan is causing consternation among commanders in US air force, who say it could lead to increased civilian casualties and lead to airstrikes being used as means of settling old scores.