The Unmanned Aerial Systems Handbook - UNITAF Force Manual (FM)




The Unmanned Aerial Systems Handbook
UAS provides aerial ISR and strike support via remotely piloted systems.



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SUAS Operator (Reconnaissance)
Unmanned Aerial Systems • Air Operations

Specializes in persistent surveillance using unmanned aircraft. Focuses on collecting and relaying intelligence, tracking enemy movement, and supporting mission planning through detailed reconnaissance.
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UAS Operator (Reconnaissance)
Unmanned Aerial Systems • Air Operations

Operates small, man-portable unmanned aerial systems to gather close-range intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance (ISR). Provides rapid, local situational awareness to the team, often while remaining with the maneuver element.
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UAS Operator (Attack/Reconnaissance)
Unmanned Aerial Systems • Air Operations

Controls larger, more capable unmanned aircraft to deliver real-time ISR and precision strike effects. Coordinates closely with ground elements to identify, track, and engage targets while maintaining aerial overwatch.

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