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I would prefer pilots carry Tasers. They can shoot as far as 15 feet, but it won't penetrate the skin of the aircraft. They cost about the same as a pistol, but they're non lethal. They incapacitate immediately, unlike a real gun. (Sure, an ideal hit could drop somebody in their tracks, but I'm taking into account the accuracy potential of reasonably untrained shooters). A heavy caliber will drop someone quickly, but at a greater risk of consequences should the pilot miss the attacker and hit the side of the plane. Something like a 9mm or less have a record of not being effective 'man-stoppers'. Unfortunately, a heavier caliber brings the possibilty of over-penetration of the target. I really don't want to see a pilot carry a .45.
I can't understand why nobody wants to consider the Taser. To me, it's such a perfect answer to the problem.
I am not a gun-hater. Far from it. I just feel a real handgun is not the best solution in this case. Effective combat pistolcraft is very difficult to master.
Just my .02.
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