DIU Seeks Cheaper Drones
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The Defense Innovation Unit (DIU) is looking for cheaper drone options to carry out missions currently performed by the Reaper drone. This comes after nearly 30 Reapers were lost in combat against Iran.
Why it matters
The development of cheaper drones for critical missions could significantly impact the cost-effectiveness and sustainability of military operations, especially in contested environments.
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