The National Aeronautical Authority has requested additional technical information regarding the MQ-9 Reaper drones expected to arrive at Lajes air base. Clarifications have been sought from the US embassy in Lisbon about the drones' specifications and pilot licenses. The drones will be assembled at the military base in the Azores. Firefighters have received training for emergencies involving these aircraft. The Portuguese government is under scrutiny due to the increased US military presence. The MQ-9 Reaper is a sophisticated drone designed for reconnaissance and equipped with missiles. Recent reports indicate that several Reapers have been lost in the military campaign against Iran.