New American combat drones armed and flown in desert
New U.S. combat drones have been armed and flown during desert testing. The activity provides an operational-development milestone for armed uncrewed aircraft. Desert testing can assess endurance, weapons integration and systems reliability. The program reflects continuing U.S. investment in combat-capable autonomous systems.
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