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Drones·MQ-9A Reaper

Italy Orders 2 MQ-9A Reapers

4 sources · first reported 22h ago

via Theaviationist

Italy has ordered two MQ-9A Block 5 Reaper drones to expand its surveillance fleet and strengthen Mediterranean surveillance and NATO operations. The drones will be used from 2027.

Why it matters

The order strengthens Italy's surveillance capabilities and supports NATO operations, enhancing regional security.

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Development timeline

How this story unfolded across sources, oldest first.

  1. General Atomics ·
    Italy Orders Two More MQ-9A Block 5 Reapers
  2. Defence-industry · Primary
    Italy orders two more General Atomics MQ-9A Block 5 Reapers to strengthen Mediterranean surveillance and NATO operations from 2027
  3. Theaviationist ·
    Italy Orders Two More MQ-9A Block 5 Drones
  4. Breaking Defense ·
    Italy orders 2 new MQ-9As Reapers, as US seeks newer options