drone

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"There's also a need for certain non-disposable drone missions, capable of operating in challenging environments... that will be able to return or carry out missions further afield," he added.

From Barron's • Apr. 3, 2026

For example, the French navy uses the VSR700 drone derived from the small Cabri G2 helicopter for surveillance and reconnaissance.

From Barron's • Apr. 3, 2026

And it includes critical investments in the Golden Dome missile defense system, the sixth-generation F-47 stealth fighter program, new drone models, cruise missiles and long-range fires crucial to defending Taiwan.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 2, 2026

Less encouraging is Iran’s sustained rate of missile and drone launches over the past few weeks.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 2, 2026

I turned towards the steady drone of Slopper’s snore before Rose grabbed my arm, just above the elbow.

From "The Marrow Thieves" by Cherie Dimaline