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AirNorth AmericaAug 19, 2026

U.S. Navy invests $50M in Shield AI's runway-free strike drone

The US Navy invested $50 million in Shield AI's runway-free strike drone. The autonomous system offers vertical launch strike capability without traditional airfields. Supports distributed maritime operations.

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