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Eurosatory 2026: Why security agencies are expanding UAS operations across Europe

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Auditors savagely criticise Australian Tigers

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First-of-class flight trials have been carried out to assess the operability of the ScanEagle UAS from a Royal Australian Navy guided missile frigate, the navy …

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US Navy test range centre breaks ground

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MSPO 2016: Israeli companies target Polish market

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MSPO 2016: Israeli companies target Polish market

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USAF expands UAS pilot eligibility

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The US Air Force (USAF) has expanded eligibility requirements for its RQ-4 Global Hawk UAS pilot programme, with airmen in all air force specialty codes …

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Canada orders RQ-21A Blackjack UAS

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Canada orders RQ-21A Blackjack UAS

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The Canadian Department of National Defense is set to acquire the RQ-21A Blackjack UAS, with an agreement for the UAS signed with the US Navy, …

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ECA developing power plant UAV service

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