The 'Contract 18‒24: Drones' project has significantly increased the interest of young candidates in military service in the Ground Forces for the position of unmanned aerial vehicle operator. This was stated by Alla Punyko, a representative of the media department of the 1st recruitment center, on the military radio program Army FM.
Increased Interest in the UAV Operator Position
She explained that the position of UAV operator was already very popular in the center among candidates of various age groups. However, after the introduction of a special contract with additional financial benefits for young people aged 18 to 24, interest in this specialty has further increased. 'Young candidates aged 18 to 24 realized that they could receive additional financial benefits provided by this contract, hence the demand for the UAV operator position has grown,' Punyko explained.
Popularity of the Position Among Girls
She also noted that it is mainly girls who most often choose the position of UAV operator under the 'Contract 18‒24'. This is explained by the fact that this position is considered less physically demanding compared to infantry specialties. In addition to drone operators, among the most popular positions in the 1st recruitment center remain grenadiers and scouts.
The '18‒24: Drones' contract in the Ground Forces has made the position of unmanned aerial vehicle operator even more popular among young people, especially among girls. With the additional financial benefits provided under this contract and the opportunity to choose a less physically demanding specialty, many young people aged 18 to 24 are showing interest in this area of military service.