FPV drones

FPV (First-Person View) drones are small, agile, remotely piloted aircraft that offer pilots an immersive, real-time video feed, enabling precise control. Their current newsworthiness stems from their increasing use in modern conflicts, particularly in Ukraine and the Middle East. Recent reports highlight their effectiveness in bypassing traditional defenses; for instance, Hezbollah is reportedly deploying hundreds of FPV drones, which are difficult to detect by radar, to disable armored vehicles like tanks. In Ukraine, Russia has been employing new drone tactics, including those that may be FPVs, to counter Ukrainian defenses, even as both sides suffer significant casualties. The significance of FPV drones lies in their low cost, maneuverability, and stealth capabilities, making them a potent and evolving tool in contemporary warfare, capable of both reconnaissance and direct attack.