Marines In Iraq Pleased With Performance Of Shadow Drone

摘要

Marines flying RQ-7B Shadow unmanned aerial vehicles in Iraq have been pleased with the results, according to an internal bulletin issued this month, which summarizes lessons gleaned from two squadrons of drone operators, VMU-1 and VMU-2.rnThe Shadow, made by AAI, quickly demonstrated its advanced reliability, increased capability, and simplicity when compared with the much older Pioneer drone, according the bulletin, which notes the more reliable and less-maintenance-intensive Shadow might result in manpower savings in terms of administration and supply.