Ukrainian drone units operate more like scrappy startups than military units, with a focus on innovation, logistics, and communications.
One drone battalion, Clear Eyes, started as unpaid civilian enthusiasts and now has workshops, a pilot-training school, and tech hubs.
The majority of personnel in Ukrainian drone units have no military background and prioritize cleverness and technology over traditional military approaches.
Ukraine relies on drones to gain an edge against Russia's larger military, conducting strikes and using innovative strategies to erode Russian advantages.