The Fire Scout MQ-8B was originally developed for the United States Navy in May of 2003. It was created to be a tactical unmanned aerial helicopter and is still in the process of testing. Its run over two hundred and forty-five successful tests and will soon be ready for live missions. The MQ-8B is designed to collect data and imagery of potential areas of combat. This technology will eventually be used for both the United States Army and Navy.

One of the most technically advanced unmanned helicopters the USA has, the MQ-8B will use sensors and laser rangefinders to locate, track, and designate potential targets. This will provide a great advantage to The United States Military when it comes to advancing in unfamiliar territory. When encounter combat situations the MQ-8B will be armed with Hellfire laser-guided missiles and eight Hydra rockets. Look for this technology to become part of the military artillery in 2011.