Tag: drone procurement
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Air Force Taps Otto Aerospace in MQ-9 Reaper Successor Hunt
The US Air Force has set its sights on a groundbreaking goal: acquiring at least 500 Massed Modular Aircraft (MMA) drones by 2032, and surprisingly, innovative aircraft maker Otto Aerospace is right in the running. This ambitious target has attracted a diverse group of competitors, all vying for a spot in the next-generation drone fleet.
Taiwan's Drone Procurement Stalls Amid Budget Impasse
Taiwan's drone procurement plans are in limbo due to a budget deadlock, with President Lai Ching-te warning of an unprecedented impasse that could leave the island without new combat drones by 2026. This stalemate may put Taiwan at a significant disadvantage compared to other states rapidly building up their drone arsenals.
Taiwan's Drone Ambitions Hit as Defense Budget Cut Stalls Unmanned Buildup
Taiwan's plans to boost its drone capabilities have hit a roadblock after a significant cut to its defense budget, with zero new domestically produced drones set to be procured in 2026. The budget slash, resulting from a Legislative Yuan vote, has stalled the island's ambitious unmanned buildup.