178TH OPERATIONS GROUP:
A remotely piloted MQ-9 Reaper sits in front of a hangar. MQ-9s are usually operated by a two-person team — a rated pilot, who controls flight and an enlisted sensor operator, who manages sensors and weapons — from remote ground control stations, often via satellite.
Photo by Staff Sgt. Colin Simpson / 178th Wing Public Affairs ~ DOWNLOAD
PROVIDE READY UNITS ~
The 178th Wing provides ready units to conduct intelligence, surveillance, reconnaissance and operational support missions.