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Oct 13, 2026
The Army details its upgrade road map for the AeroVironment E-HEL laser, including a decision on a new version by fiscal 2031.
Oct 13, 2026
The U.S. Army announces a new autonomous warfare command and orders the creation of autonomous units as industry floods AUSA with drones and robotic systems.
Oct 13, 2026
Airbus and the U.S. Army discuss four options for 215 UH-72A Lakota trainers including autonomous conversion for logistics and strike missions.
Oct 13, 2026
Twenty-seven UK and U.S. allies back the conclusion that Iran’s Revolutionary Guard was behind a foiled plot targeting U.S. forces at RAF Fairford.
Oct 13, 2026
The U.S. Army recently stress-tested the use of Amazon’s nascent proliferated communications network to provide high-speed connectivity to soldiers in the field.
Oct 13, 2026
U.S. drone makers face rising expenses and supply chain challenges as Washington pushes to onshore critical components production.
Oct 12, 2026
Sikorsky unveils Black Hawk Next upgrades including a modular nose, new engine and autonomy software to extend the helicopter's service life past 2050.
Oct 12, 2026
The Pentagon announces $350 million for quantum computing, including DARPA's QBI and a $150 million conditional loan to PsiQuantum for a Milpitas, California, hub.