New York Air National Guard members operate an MQ 9 Reaper

U.S. Airmen with the New York Air National Guard's 174th Attack Wing (ATKW) operate at the 174th's MQ-9 Reaper launch and recovery element (LRE). The 174th LRE handles all takeoff and landing functions of MQ-9 training flights from Fort Drum Wheeler-Sack Army Airfield in Watertown, NY. The LRE consists of a 14,600 square foot facility that includes a hanger, administrative space and multiple classrooms. The 174th is proud to be the Air Force's premier training center for the Remotely Piloted Aircraft (RPA), MQ-9 Reaper.

(Video by Master Sgt. Eric Miller)