• AeroVironment RQ-14A Dragon Eye
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    A portable, tactical aerial vehicle assembled on the battlefield and operated to provide "over-the-next-hill" reconnaissance information to the battlefield commander. Powered by two small battery-powered motors, the Dragon Eye can remain airborne for approximately one hour. This combat worn vehicle continued to fly after a bullet hole was repaired with epoxy filler and silver duct tape was affixed to hold antennae in place and strengthen weakening joints.

Created by

LCPL Brian A. Jaques, USMC

Date Created

06/29/2005

Source

Digital

Keywords

Aircraft; Aviation; Military; Unpiloted

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