While the United States, Russia, and other countries want to use more modern aircraft, Ukraine does not have the same resources to train its soldiers on these aircraft. The Ukrainians may have been trained in Western countries on vehicles and aircraft but they do not have the same training for drones. Because Ukrainians have grown up using older equipment, such as trucks, drones are easier for them. Drones are also easy to use for soldiers because they don't need "pilots". Drones can also be used in a similar way to video games.
Aerorozvidka
Ukrainian military employs a unique method to fight ISIS in eastern Ukraine. They use octocopters that are equipped with thermal cameras for nighttime operations. Some drones can even light up columns and are equipped with anti-tank weapons. These drones are very maneuverable and can hold up to 11 lbs of payload. Small size allows drones to fly low over targets, dropping munitions.
Originally an IT enthusiast group, Aerorozvidka has become a military air reconnaissance unit. Aerorozvidka began as a civilian drone company. However, the organization grew to become a fully fledged unit with its own head. Because of export controls, the Ukrainian government barred Russian military aircraft from entering the country. Since many of the components of the drones are manufactured in the US, Aerorozvidka relies on donations and crowdfunding to help keep the company going.
Switchblade
The U.S. military is supplying Ukraine with armed "Switchblade" drones, which are able to strike Russian tanks from miles away. These unmanned aerial vehicles were designed by the US Air Force as a response to Ukrainian demands. John Kirby (Pentagon spokesperson) stated that more then 121 of these machines have been dispatched to Ukraine. There is not yet any information about how the Switchblades are used in the conflict with Ukraine.
The Switchblade is a small drone that is easy to launch from a tube and has a range of 40 kilometers. The Switchblade is able to hit a Russian convoy 6 miles away, which is unlike Bayraktar drones. These small aircraft can be assembled in minutes during a conflict like that of Ukraine. The Switchblade can fly much faster than the Bayraktar (current U.S. ally).
Russian kamikaze drones
Recently, the US announced that it would provide $800 million in military assistance to Ukraine. Unmanned aircraft known as "Phoenix Ghosts" will be delivered to Ukraine. They are meant to terrorize Russian forces. These aircraft are designed for flying over areas for up to thirty to forty minutes and come equipped with warheads, cameras, and other equipment. The Switchblade is a hovering munition weighing 5.5 pounds that can destroy tanks and armored vehicles.
These small, lightweight aircrafts have a powerful, low flying gimbal that allows them to fly from air, land or sea. Any advantage that an opponent has in the air battle is crucial in a conflict such as this. The Russian kamikaze drones are a direct threat. This capability will prove to be critical for Ukraine's defense, since it can break Russian sieges as well as attack command-and-control centers. Even though such capabilities would pose a serious risk to both sides, Ukraine could win if it can use small drones to make a difference in battle.
U.S. loitering drones
Russia began integrating ZALA KYB lotering munitions into its military arsenal. These drones can use deadly loitering munitions similar to bazookas. These autonomous killing machines could be a result of the use of loitering drones. But observers and pundits are worried about this. What can the U.S. do?
Kirby reports that the U.S. government dispatched more then 121 Switchblade loitering drones to Ukraine to support Kiev's fight against Russian forces. The Switchblade drone is 5.5 pounds and can hover over an area for thirty to forty minutes. It's equipped with a camera. Its mission is to eliminate the opposition forces within Ukraine.
FAQ
Is it possible to fly a helicopter while driving?
It is risky to fly a drone while driving. You could end up in an accident with another vehicle. You also risk hitting pedestrians or other animals. You could also damage your car if you hit power lines, trees, or other buildings.
Is it against the law to fly a helicopter?
Flying drones is an offense in certain countries, including Australia, Canada, Germany and Japan. It is legal in some other countries, such as France and Italy, the Netherlands, Poland, Russia or Switzerland, Turkey, Ukraine, and Vietnam.
Do I require special training to fly a drone
No, you don’t need any special training in order to fly your drone. You only need a remote controller unit and basic knowledge about flight mechanics.
Statistics
- According to industry research from ZipRecruiter , there are 10 cities where the typical salary for a Drone Pilot job is above the national average. (dronesgator.com)
- According to ZipRecruiter, the minimum hourly wage of drone pilots is $20. (thedroneu.com)
- According to the multiple listing service (MLS), houses and apartments with drone photographs are up to 68 percent more likely to sell than those without pictures. (thedroneu.com)
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How To
How to film yourself with a drone
Filming yourself with a drone is very easy. You only need a camera, remote control and a smartphone to film yourself with a drone. First, you need to obtain your FAA (Federal Aviation Administration) license. Next, you will need to purchase a quadcopter. This drone has four rotors that allow it to fly in various directions.
Once you have purchased your drone, you will need to connect it via a USB Cable to your computer. Follow these steps to open the drone's software program.
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Connect the drone's batteries to the power supply of your laptop.
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Make sure your drone's webcam is open and working properly. If you don't see anything on the screen, then check if there is any problem with the connection between the drone and the computer.
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Turn on WiFi on your drone. In the field "IPAdresse", enter the IP Address of your computer.
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Select the "Camera" option and then select "Open Camera."
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Make sure to set HD 1080p for the image quality.
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Click on "Record", then click "Start recording."
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Once you're done recording, close the webcam software.
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Save the video file to your hard disk.
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Finally, upload the video file onto YouTube using another computer.
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You can share your video link via social media sites such as Facebook, Twitter and Instagram, Google+, LinkedIn. Pinterest, Tumblr. Reddit.