Skunk Works Reveals New Optionally Crewed Tanker Concept

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– Lockheed Martin’s Skunk Works advanced projects division has put forward a new notional vision for a stealthy pilot-optional aerial refueling tanker. This comes as the U.S. Air Force is refining requirements for a future Next Generation Air-Refueling System (NGAS) ‘system of systems’ and amid serious concerns about how the service expects to pay for […]

US Navy, General Atomics and Lockheed Martin Complete Unmanned Aviation Control Station Flight Demo

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The U.S. Navy tested its Unmanned Carrier Aviation Mission Control Station’s (UMCS) ability to command an unmanned aircraft in flight for the first time Nov. 5, paving the way for future unmanned aviation operations. As part of an effort to advance technology for future Collaborative Combat Aircraft (CCA), General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI) initiated […]

Polish Rifle Grenades for Ukrainian Drones

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Earlier this summer, Polish PGN-60 rifle grenades began to appear in the hands of various Ukrainian units. These 68mm fin-stabilised, High-Explosive Anti-Tank (HEAT) grenades were developed in the 1950s, to provide Polish infantry with a ranged anti-tank and anti-personnel weapon. Introduced in the early 1960s they were used in conjunction with the specially adapted Karabinek-granatnik […]

Japan’s 10kW High-Power Laser Weapon Truck Enters Service with Japanese Army

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During the 70th Anniversary Review Ceremony of the South Korean Ministry of Defense and Self-Defense Forces on November 9, 2024, Japan’s Ground Self-Defense Force (JGSDF) presented a groundbreaking piece of technology—the 10kW-class high-power laser electronic warfare (EW) combat truck. Developed by Japan’s Defense Acquisition Agency, this state-of-the-art laser system marks a significant advancement in Japan’s […]

Russian Drones Crash in Moldova

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Ten Russian drones strayed into neighbouring countries during record 145-drone attack on Ukraine on Sunday. A second Russian drone was discovered in Moldova* on Sunday, the country’s police reported. The unmanned aircraft was found near Borosenii Noi village in Rîșcani district, with explosive ordnance teams deployed to the cordoned site. The discovery follows an earlier […]

Veterans and Public Safety Personnel Event at Camden Yards to Explore Drone Opportunities

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Vets to Drones and Baltimore Forensics Host a Day of Hands-On Flying, Talks, and Networking Event Overview On Saturday, November 23, Vets to Drones and Baltimore Forensics invite veterans and public safety personnel to Oriole Park at Camden Yards for a unique, drone-centered event. Running from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., the event aims to […]

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Will Congress Empower Local Police to Counter Unauthorized Drone Flights?

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Stakeholders expect Congress to pass legislation to allow local police to interdict drones By DRONELIFE Features Editor Jim Magill The National Football League has reported that during the 2023 season it detected more than 2,800 improper drone flights at its stadiums in violation of FAA-imposed temporary flight restrictions. With the growing number of incidents involving […]

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Brazilian Drone Industry Takes Flight: BIRDS’ VEGA UTM Selected for National Airspace Modernization Project

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Brazil’s DECEA Selects VEGA UTM for Nationwide Drone Traffic Management, Paving the Way for Advanced Airspace Integration in Forestry, Agriculture, and Mining by DRONELIFE Staff Writer Ian J. McNabb Brazil-based Unmanned Traffic Management (UTM) developer and High Lander subsidiary BIRDS recently announced that their VEGA UTM product had been selected by the Brazilian air traffic […]

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