Part III – Culture, Doctrine, and the Path Forward 

In the final chapter, Brabner discusses the broader changes needed across policy, training, and recruitment to make drone warfare viable at scale.

 From launching the National Drone Association to preparing for upcoming international drone competitions, he lays out a vision where unmanned systems are not just tools—but pillars of military readiness. 

He makes the case for cultural buy-in, smarter procurement, and building a force that wins with autonomy—not despite it.

Useful Links & Resources
• Lt. Col. Michael Brabner on LinkedIn
• National Drone Association (NDA)

About Drone Wars

The Drone Wars Podcast serves the warfighters, builders and innovators who all share a common goal: get the best tech into the hands of those on the frontlines. 

Dan Magy, Co-Founder and CEO of Firestorm Labs, explores all things defense and geopolitics with experts in the industry.