![](https://www.army-technology.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2017/09/main-1552.jpg)
![](https://www.army-technology.com/wp-content/uploads/image-digitalinsightresearch/Active/2017Q3/2.NRI/Army/News/Core News/Sep_17/RQ-7BV2shadow.jpg)
Soldiers from North Carolina National Guard's Detachment 1, D Company 236th Brigade Engineer Battalion have conducted new equipment training (NET) for the latest RQ-7BV2 Shadow unmanned aerial system (UAS).
Conducted near Fort Bragg in North Carolina, the six-week NET provided an opportunity for soldiers to learn more about the new UAS, which has been upgraded to endure longer flights.
The RQ-7BV2 Shadow complies with new Nato regulations that require all unmanned aircraft to have a certain level of interoperability and communications security.
Detachment 1 Commander Chief Warrant Officer 2 Stephen Isaacs said: "The Shadow as a platform brings reconnaissance, surveillance and target acquisition, which gives us capabilities for our military intelligence company in support of the 30th Brigade.
"The V2 gives us a much larger range. It gives us a longer flight time, which also gives us more time to be on target."
The UAS is claimed to provide near-real-time reconnaissance, surveillance and target acquisition, as well as intelligence, battle damage assessment, and manned-unmanned teaming (MUM-T) capabilities.
How well do you really know your competitors?
Access the most comprehensive Company Profiles on the market, powered by GlobalData. Save hours of research. Gain competitive edge.
![](/wp-content/themes/goodlife-wp-B2B/assets/images/company-profile-unit.png)
Thank you!
Your download email will arrive shortly
Not ready to buy yet? Download a free sample
We are confident about the unique quality of our Company Profiles. However, we want you to make the most beneficial decision for your business, so we offer a free sample that you can download by submitting the below form
By GlobalDataThe system is compatible with all-source analysis systems, advanced field artillery tactical data solutions, joint surveillance radar systems, common ground stations, defence information infrastructure, and the universal ground control station (UGCS).
With a wingspan of 20ft, the RQ-7Bv2 Shadow can be transported by six Air Force C-130 aircraft.
Image: A RQ-7BV2 Shadow UAS propels off its launcher at about 80mph at an airfield near Fort Bragg. Photo: courtesy of US Army / Staff Sgt. Mary Junell.