# Unmanned Aerial Systems

*Last updated: 2026-06-26*

> Freight forwarders, air cargo operators, and aviation authorities use the term Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS) to describe the complete infrastructure needed to operate a drone: the unmanned aircraft, a ground control station, and the data link connecting them.

Freight forwarders, air cargo operators, and aviation authorities use the term Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS) to describe the complete infrastructure needed to operate a drone: the unmanned aircraft, a ground control station, and the data link connecting them. In logistics, UAS applications range from automated deliveries to remote locations and last-mile distribution to internal warehouse stock scanning. Commercial UAS operations require airspace authorizations, adherence to national and international aviation regulations, and robust cybersecurity measures. The term is often used interchangeably with UAV (Unmanned Aerial Vehicle), but UAV refers strictly to the aircraft itself, whereas UAS encompasses the full operational system.

**Source:** [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Unmanned_aerial_system](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Unmanned_aerial_system)

## Quick Facts

| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Term | Unmanned Aerial Systems |
| Language | EN |
| Word count | 100 |
| Last updated | 2026-06-26 |
| Source | https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Unmanned_aerial_system |

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