1973
After experimenting with remotely piloted vehicles in Vietnam, ARPA in 1971 began the Mini-RPV program to develop small, low-cost unmanned aircraft for reconnaissance, target acquisition and laser designation. Weighing 75 lb. and powered by a modified lawn-mower engine, the Praerie I first flew in...
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