I mean that they will have the capability to fight and fly according to pre-programmed parameters and under supervision, but have the capability to go it alone and continue the mission if comms are lost. If you don't think the military is going to want that capability, guess again.
The ability to monitor and intervene, of course, but also the capability to do the mission hands off. No ground crew required.
Proving they can have their cake, and eat it too.