T. Mark Mccurley

About the Author

T. Mark McCurley is a seasoned veteran of America's unmanned air operations, having served as a pilot and commander in the U.S. Air Force's remotely piloted aircraft programs. With over a decade of experience flying Predator and Reaper drones in combat zones, he brings unparalleled insight into the high-stakes world of modern aerial warfare. Now a defense consultant and author, McCurley draws on his firsthand accounts to illuminate the technological, ethical, and human dimensions of drone strikes and intelligence missions. His writing demystifies the shadowy realm of unmanned warfare, offering readers a gripping, behind-the-scenes look at the pilots who operate from distant control stations, making life-and-death decisions in real time.