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doctrine-change2026-08-04 19:29 UTC🇺🇸 United States (U.S. Army procurement notice)
US Army seeks next-generation missile to defeat Group 2 and 3 small drones
The U.S. Army issued a sources-sought notice for an extended-range, quick-response counter-UAS missile compatible with the existing Coyote Launch System. The effort targets Group 2 and Group 3 drones and aims for field-tested prototypes by FY2027 and an operational assessment with 50 missiles by early 2028.
DETAILS
Type
doctrine-change
Occurred
2026-08-04 19:29
Reported
2026-08-04
Location
United States (U.S. Army procurement notice)
Coordinates
39.7837, -100.4459
Confidence
78 / 100
DAMAGE ASSESSMENT
No damage; procurement/development effort for a counter-UAS missile system.
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