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unmanned aerial vehicle (uav)

In military parlance, an unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) is a pilot less, reusable heavier-than-air craft. UAV’s are commonly used for reconnaissance and intelligence gathering, differing from a "Drone" which is a remote controlled target designed for artillery practice.

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