"Puma and Raven are both dependable systems. However, this requirement called for a small, subtle capability that could be employed by a single Soldier. Maveric meets this unique requirement."
Source: Tami Johnson, project manager, REF, commenting as the Army recently purchased 36 Maveric unmanned aerial systems as a result of an urgent request from Soldiers in theater. The request was made to the Rapid Equipping Force at Fort Belvoir, VA, in March and Soldiers will receive them this month.