https://www.defensenews.com/digital-show-dailies/air-force-association/2020/09/17/defense-companies-are-lining-up-to-build-a-replacement-for-the-mq-9-reaper/
Lockheed Martin, Northrop Grumman and General Atomics all showed off new design concepts for the MQ-Next program.
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https://taskandpurpose.com/news/marines-drones-south-china-sea/
Nov 17, 2025 - The unarmed drones were sent to the Philippines, in support of maritime security patrols over the disputed region.
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