VMU-4 retires the RQ-7B

VMU-4 flew its final RQ-7B unmanned aerial system flight during Exercise Steel Knight in Twentynine Palms, California, Dec. 11.

VMU-4 at ITX 4-17
Photo: USMC

After operating the RQ-7B for five-years, the unit will be switching to the RQ-21A Blackjack.

The RQ-7B is leased from the Army whilst the Blackjack is procured by the Marines.