Operational, not hobbyist
Educational and descriptive, not tactical
Human + technical systems treated together
Update In Progress
A neutral reference map of the global unmanned aviation
ecosystem including research institutions, regulatory
frameworks, operational uses, and workforce pathways.
Click on a region below in the left column to Learn More
| Region | Coverage |
|---|---|
| North America | United States, Canada |
| Europe | EU + UK |
| Middle East | Israel, Gulf states |
| Asia-Pacific | China, Japan, Korea, Southeast Asia |
| Oceania | Australia, New Zealand |
| Latin America | Central and South America |
| Africa | Continent-wide |
Select a tile to learn more:
What this is
A shared language for remote operations
A reference hub for individuals and institutions
A translation layer between experience and application
What this is not
Not tactical instruction
Not therapy or clinical treatment
Not advocacy, recruitment, or marketing
Remote Warrior is led by Tanner Yackley, a former U.S. Air Force RPA aircrew member with operational experience in remote warfare and distributed military operations. Based in the Grand Forks, North Dakota region his work focuses on translating the operational realities of remote systems into usable insights for industry, government, and education.Through Remote Warrior, Tanner develops resources that help bridge the gap between military remote operations and the rapidly expanding civilian autonomy ecosystem, including UAS operations, workforce development, and institutional understanding of remote operations.His work has been featured in outlets including USA Today, Business Insider and other industry publications discussing the growing role of drone operations and remote warfare.Remote Warrior operates as an independent platform focused on clear, practical resources that connect operational experience with emerging autonomy industries.About Tanner:
-Prior MQ9 Evaluator Sensor Operator (USAF/Contracting)
-Over 3k MQ9 Aircrew Hours / Over 1k Remote Warfare Missions
-Former UAS Professor (Intro to UAS/RPA Systems/Counter-UAS)
-Founder Remote Warrior
-Aeronautics/Psychology/Human Factors Operational Background and Research
-Masters and Bachelors in Aeronautics from Embry-Riddle
Tanner with his Service Dog "Hawk"
Speaking and institutional briefings available.
Topics include remote warfare operations, human performance in persistent ISR missions, and the evolving global UAS ecosystem.
Contact: [email protected]
Remote Warrior content is designed to stand alone as reference material.
Pages are written for inspection, citation, and institutional use without endorsement.
Educational reference only.
No tactical guidance.
No medical, legal, or operational advice.
Independent and non-governmental.
Orgs that support the Remote Warrior mission.
Note: Donations are not tax deductible yet.
Contact:
[email protected]
All content and resources provided by Remote Warrior LLC are for informational and educational purposes only. Nothing on this site should be interpreted as legal, medical, or clinical advice, nor does it represent the official policy or position of the United States Department of Defense or U.S. Air Force. Use of any material is at your discretion and does not create a professional or therapeutic relationship. For questions related to health, safety, or legal matters, consult a qualified professional.
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