First Beta class RPA pilot becomes launch-and-recovery qualified
CREECH AIR FORCE BASE, Nev. -- An MQ-1 Predator takes off to fly a training mission under the 432d Wing and 432d Air Expeditionary Wing. Recently, a U.S. Air Force captain assigned to the 432 WG/AEW was the first 18X to become launch-and-recovery qualified as a remotely piloted aircraft pilot. (Photo by 432 Wing/432d Air Expeditionary Wing Public Affairs)