Daniel Hale (aviator)

Daniel Hale was an American military aviator who served as a drone operator and intelligence analyst. He is known for revealing details about the U.S. drone program and the consequences of targeted killings in countries like Afghanistan and Yemen. Hale disclosed information about civilian casualties and the ethical and legal issues surrounding drone warfare, which led to his conviction in 2019 for leaking classified information. His case brought attention to the moral complexities and transparency concerns of modern military technology and operations.