First-Person View (FPV) Drones

Defence Technology

Key Pointers

  • FPV drones are remotely piloted drones using a camera and live video feed.

  • The operator views the drone's perspective through goggles or a screen.

  • Usually offer high manoeuvrability.

  • Often use multirotor configurations.

  • Applications:

    • Military surveillance.

    • Search and rescue.

    • Cinematography.

    • Infrastructure inspection.

  • Military use may involve explosive payloads and raises concerns regarding autonomous warfare, civilian safety and international humanitarian law.