STANDARDIZING DESIGNS for Remotely Piloted Aircraft Facilities

摘要

The number of U.S. Air Force missions demanding support from remotely piloted aircraft (RPA) has been on a steady upswing since the mid-1990s. From gathering intelligence to conducting air strikes, RPAs have become integral to the nation's defense. Designing and building the infrastructure and facilities to house and operate these aircraft is critical to mission success. The Air Force Standard Design Program, which is managed by the Air Force Civil Engineer Center (AFCEC), is streamlining how these important assets are designed and constructed.