Abstract: A drone deployment system of this disclosure includes an enclosed cargo bay or space including at least one wall having at least one section moveable between a closed position and an opened position; and a launch platform adapted for use with one or more drones, the launch platform housed by the enclosed cargo bay and located opposite the at least one section, the launch platform moveable between a stowed and a deployed elevation, angular orientation, or elevation and angular orientation. The enclosed cargo bay may be armored. When in the opened position, the opening provides a space through which the one or more drones may be launched. In some embodiments, the at least one section is slidable. In other embodiments, the section is pivotable. Embodiments of this disclosure provide for transport, launch and recovery of drones from remote areas as well as service and charging of drones in remote areas.