The advent of Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAVs) has ushered in a transformative era for military art, impacting strategic, operational, and tactical levels of warfare. This paper examines the profound influence of UAV technology, beginning with an overview of the three tiers of military science and highlighting the increasing prevalence of UAV usage. It delves into the diverse types and classifications of UAVs, illustrating their specific applications across the strategic, operational, and tactical domains. Furthermore, the analysis explores the significant impact of UAVs on military art, emphasizing the imperative for specialized units, tailored instruction programs, and modernized educational plans to fully leverage their capabilities. Through comparative case studies of recent conflicts, the paper underscores the revolutionary role of UAVs in shaping modern warfare, concluding with insights into the future of this rapidly evolving technology and its continued influence on military strategies and tactics.
© 2025 Constantin Grigoraş, Ștefan-Cristian Petre, published by Nicolae Balcescu Land Forces Academy
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