[Damocles]

Well, I assume in combat, they wouldn't be shooting empty containers on ships. :P

j/k, my guess is that you are pointing out that this is an expensive CAS mission. I assume that it would be used only when arty, helo gunships, and fast movers aren't available. For what we spend to train spec ops, LRS, and similar units, not to mention the opportunity to cost to stop the next 9/11, it's a nice capability that doesn't involve combat trains and massive logistical support.

More tools for the tool box. Doesn't mean you use it, but it's great to have if you need it.

PS: the reason Tomahawks were hitting empty tents in the old days may have been that they didn't have the capability to reprogram in flight. If you have to program the missiles 2 days in advance, of course you are going to end up attacking sites where the enemy has bugged out from. This new capability means we can shorten the planning cycle and hit tents when they are occupied, not empty.