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November 5, 2023 | Local, Aerospace

German air chief urges haste in fielding strike, utility drones

The Luftwaffe wants so-called remote carriers and a dedicated combat drone earlier than the timing of the Future Combat Air System envisions.

https://www.defensenews.com/global/europe/2023/11/03/german-air-chief-urges-haste-in-fielding-strike-utility-drones/

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