China's Drone Power: How it Stacks Up Against the US

The video discusses the advantages and developments of drones in military operations, focusing on China's advancements compared to the US.
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The video opens with a discussion on the cost advantages of drones over manned aircraft amidst a desert backdrop.
In general, drones are lower cost than manned aircraft.
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It highlights China's interest in expanding its drone fleet, referencing comparisons with US drones and their initial designs.
It's these capabilities that have made China interested in expanding and modernizing its own fleet. They are building on what the US military have done. The first generation of Chinese unmanned aircraft were pretty derivative of the US. One of China's earliest models looks almost identical to the US Predator drone and works similarly.
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The focus shifts to how China is adjusting its drone designs for better military deployment efficiency.
Both are remotely controlled via satellite and can carry missiles. But China is also tweaking the design so its drones are better suited for wherever its military is likely to deploy them.
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Finally, the video compares the WZ-7 and Global Hawk drones, noting their operational capabilities and differences.
Like the Global Hawk, the Chinese military says the WZ-VII is capable of operating at a high altitude to conduct surveillance missions. But the U.S. drone is larger and can fly for longer periods of time, allowing it to operate around the globe to support air and ground forces.