US Navy Awards $12.7M for MQ-25 Upgrades
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The US Navy has awarded Boeing a $12.7 million contract to upgrade the MQ-25 Stingray drone's electronic components. The modification includes updates to the Radio Frequency Blanker Unit and Encrypted Mass Storage System. This upgrade is for the Navy's first operational carrier-based drone.
Why it matters
The upgrade enhances the capabilities of the MQ-25 Stingray, the Navy's first operational carrier-based drone, improving its performance and security. This development is significant for the Navy's unmanned systems program and its future operational readiness.
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