US Reaper Drone Losses in Yemen Intensify Amid Heightened Houthi Offensive
The series of shootdowns, now totaling six since the conflict’s escalation last year, has had significant financial implications, with each Reaper drone costing approximately $30 million. The operational capability of these UAVs — being able to fly at high altitudes for extended periods — has been a critical component of the United States’ strategy to secure vital waterways in the Red Sea and the Gulf of Aden,