Drones/UAVs

This video provides an overview of the development and adoption of UAVs by the U.S. military, their potential, and their disadvantages.

This video captures the moments when a group of enemy combatants allegedly leaving an ambush on coalition forces, is targeted by a Predator UAV with a Hellfire missile.

A drone pilot discusses the challenges of his job and how the widespread use of drone technology may influence the future of the U.S. military.

Drones are the secret weapons of approximately 30 armies around the world but small remote-controlled aircraft are also criticized for the significant collateral damage they can cause on the ground. This report was filmed on a U.S. Army base in New Mexico.

A drone pilot describes his job and shares his opinions about the use of drone technology in war.

Brandon Bryant worked in the U.S. military's secret drone program, bombing targets in Afghanistan and elsewhere and helping to kill more than 1,600 people. He discusses the difficulties of this job, and the mission that convinced him it was time to stop.

Stratfor Military Analyst Paul Floyd examines drone proliferation around the globe and explains the technology's constraints and potential.

The "Bug-bot" is the size of a horsefly with a wingspan of just over an inch, and has been developed by the U.S. military as part of their focus on "nano drone" technology.

The Marines of Force Recon face numerous hardships in executing their missions, especially in the harsh and unforgiving conditions of Afghanistan.

A "Drone Summit" was held in Washington, D.C., in order to educate people about uses of drones by the U.S. military and law enforcement.