A U.S. Marine launched a small drone during a 2025 exercise.
Credit: Lance Cpl. Victor Gurrola/U.S. Marine Corps
As drones redefine battle tactics and war strategy, the need to procure a multitude of small uncrewed aircraft systems is transforming the U.S. military’s acquisition system. Hundreds of small drones and air-launched effects are now available for purchase on the U.S. Army’s UAS Marketplace, an...
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