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DefenseNews.com • Michael Peck

USAF Special Operations issues RFI for small one‑way attack (loitering‑munition) drones

The U.S. Air Force has issued a Request for Information seeking small, one‑way attack drones — described as loitering‑munitions or 'kamikaze' systems — tailored for Special Operations Forces. The RFI solicits industry input on potential platforms and capabilities for expendable, short‑range strike roles.

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US Air Force Special Operations Issues RFI for Small One‑Way Attack Drones

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USAF to cut MQ-9 Reaper combat lines to fund next‑generation fighters, trimming ISR capacity

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Biden to Nominate Andrew Hunter as Air Force Acquisition Chief

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DefenseNews.com • Stephen Losey

Ellsworth to be first operational B-21 base

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2026-03-18T12:44:26.856314-07:00

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By SpaceNews.com: Space Command classified wargame to include 25 commercial players Space Command classified wargame to include 25 commercial players.

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DefenseNews.com • Valerie Insinna

Air Force’s top space officer tapped to lead US Space Command

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Tyndall reconstruction may halt in May as Air Force funding runs short amid delayed congressional supplemental

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