FORT HOOD, Texas – Sgt. Javon Purchner of the 1st Cavalry Division-recently named the U.S. Army’s Best Drone Operator at the inaugural Best Drone Warfighter Competition in Huntsville, Alabama-will conduct a drone demonstration and speak with interested media.
Event Details
Who: Sgt. Javon Purchner, DIVARTY, 1st Cavalry Division
What: Drone operations demonstration and media availability with the U.S. Army’s Best Drone Operator
When: 10 a.m., Feb. 27
Where: 1ACB Hangar
RSVP: No later than Thursday, Feb. 26 to Maj. Tevin Radford at tevin.t.radford.mil@army.mil
Media will meet for escort at 9:30 a.m. at the Fort Hood Visitor Center
Background
Troopers from the 1st Cavalry Division showcased exceptional skill at the first annual U.S. Army Best Drone Warfighter Competition. Sgt. Javon Purchner led the field, outperforming top drone pilots from across the Army in a series of demanding technical challenges to earn the title of Best Drone Operator.
The division’s Hunter/Killer and Innovation teams also earned recognition for pioneering new approaches to target detection and engagement using unmanned systems. Their achievements highlight the division’s commitment to advancing drone capabilities and shaping the future of unmanned warfare.
