Plane of the Day: MQ-9 Reaper

The MQ-9 Reaper is a remotely piloted reconnaissance plane flown by the US and NATO. Employing cutting-edge electronic surveillance technology, the MQ-9 is used for both military and law enforcement operations. MQ-9s can also be outfitted with weapons for strike missions. The “M” notation stands for multirole while “Q” stands for unmanned.

Specifications

Country of Origin: United States

Speed: 300 mph

Armament: AGM-114 Hellfire, GBU-12 Paveway II, GBU-38 Joint Direct Attack Munitions, GBU-49 Advanced Paveway II, and GBU-54 Laser Joint Direct Attack Munitions

Range: 1,150 mi

Service Ceiling: 50,000 ft

Max Takeoff Weight: 10,500 lbs

Powerplant: 1 Honeywell TPE331-10GD turboprop engine

Length: 36 ft

Wingspan: 66 ft 

Height:  12.5 ft