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Royal Australian Air Force MQ-4C Triton unmanned aircraft on a runway with clear blue skies.

Australia's MQ-4C Tritons, MC-55A Peregrines Reach Operational Milestone

The Royal Australian Air Force has reached a major milestone, declaring Initial Operational Capability for its cutting-edge MQ-4C Triton aircraft and MC-55A Peregrine Intelligence Surveillance Reconnaissance and Electronic Warfare aircraft. This achievement supercharges the RAAF's Intelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance capabilities, bolstering its presence in the vast Indo-Pacific region.

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Satellite control center with console and monitors displaying gradient screens under a blue sky.

NRO Fortifies Satellite Data Deals with New SAR Contracts

The National Reconnaissance Office is bolstering its satellite data capabilities with new contracts with Capella Space, ICEYE US, and Umbra, harnessing the power of commercial synthetic aperture radar (SAR) technology to enhance its intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance capacity. This strategic move combines cutting-edge space-based systems with rapid commercial innovation for more timely and persistent global coverage.

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Military jet and drone positioned together on a runway or in a hangar.

L3Harris Seeks to Expand Rivet Joint Capabilities with Drone Teaming

L3Harris is revolutionizing Rivet Joint capabilities by exploring drone teaming, which could enable the 20 RC-135 aircraft in service to command uncrewed aircraft and expand their intelligence gathering. This innovative technology already exists and is ready to be demonstrated.

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U-28A Draco aircraft on a runway with personnel in the distance.

US Special Ops Scraps Plans for U-28 Surveillance Plane Replacement

The US Special Operations Command has scrapped plans to replace its U-28 surveillance planes, with a full divestment of the fleet expected by 2029. Instead, the command will rely on alternative assets for intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance missions.

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