The MQ1 Predator is an unmanned military vehicle with a roof medium and long range. Originally created as a reconnaissance vehicle to be used in particularly stressful or difficult to access, most recently with the introduction of a more powerful engine will be incorporated air-ground missiles that provide it with some offensive capability. The MQ1 is not just a drone, is a system in itself. When deployed, a unit account with 4 of these devices, ground control system that directs the satellite MQ1 and a staff of 55 people. Predator's mission is to fly to the center of the conflict and take pictures of the situation, marking potential targets for both aircraft and for ground troops.
Their vulnerability is high, being a slow target, but not a large vehicle can pass as unnoticed. The new versions have better attack and defense systems, and have seen an increase in speed thanks to the installation of a Rotax 914 engine turboprop.
If oncoming plane Predator is able to identify it as friend or foe. Has an electro optical infrared sensor to detect targets and synthetic aperture radar (Gets a virtual width greater than the physical because of a software) that lets you navigate and accomplish its mission even in very adverse weather conditions.
Link: Esquire - MQ1 Predator
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