MQ-9 Reaper UAV Ground Support

UAVs (Unmanned Aerial Vehicles) are essential for both protecting coalition forces, as well as eliminating the enemy. But its the airmen of the 62nd Air Expeditionary Reconnaissance Squadron or ERS that ensure the MQ-9 Reaper stays airborne, with its eyes ready downrange. Sound bites from 1st Lt. Taylor Branco, 62nd ERS Maintenance OIC. Available in high definition. Produced by Staff Sgt. Thomas Skinkle. 1.06.12. Location: Kandahar, Afghanistan