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A team of Air Transportation Specialists assigned to the 101st Air Refueling Wing in Bangor, Maine, unloads cargo from a KC-135 Stratotanker, June 3, 2026. The team, reinforced by augmentees from multiple units, have efficiently processed critical MICAPs, morale pallets, and essential supplies bound for U.S. Central Command. (DOD Photo by Andrew Sinclair, DVIDS)

Why unauthorized drone incursions are ‘a clear and present issue’ for US Transportation Command

Counter-drone operations go beyond protecting stationary military installations, Gen. Randall Reed told DefenseScoop.

2 days ago By Brandi Vincent

U.S. Army Soldiers assigned to the 2nd Platoon, 2d Cavalry Regiment, operate a new drone detection and jamming system during a validation exercise at Grafenwoehr Training Area, Germany, April 15, 2026. The validation exercise assessed the system’s ability to identify, jam, and counter unmanned aerial systems. Results will help determine the equipment’s readiness for integration during exercise Fly Trap 5.0 in May 2026. (U.S. Army Reserve photo by Sgt. Joseph Honce)

Army flexes additive manufacturing capabilities during Flytrap counter-drone exercise

A major counter-drone exercise taking place in Europe this month has demonstrated U.S. soldiers’ additive manufacturing prowess, according to an officer involved in the experimentation and training…

May 14, 2026 By Jon Harper

A VBAT unmanned aerial system takes off from the flight deck of San Antonio-class amphibious transport dock ship USS Portland (LPD 27) during counter-small UAS training in the Pacific Ocean, April 4, 2026. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Luke Rodriguez)

Military leaders want a more integrated, joint approach to drone dominance

The military’s adoption of drones and counter-drone tech has been historically fragmented, with each service pursuing its own strategies.

Apr 30, 2026 By Brandi Vincent

U.S. Army Maj. Gen. Michael Aguilar, members of Joint Interagency Task Force 401 and the Federal Aviation Administration, and key leaders from White Sands Missile Range, N.M., support a high-energy laser test using the AMP-HEL system March 7, 2026. (Courtesy Photo)

Pentagon, FAA sign safety agreement over counter-drone laser

“Following a thorough, data-informed Safety Risk Assessment, we determined that these systems do not present an increased risk to the flying public,” FAA Administrator Bryan Bedford said.

Apr 13, 2026 By Drew F. Lawrence

An Anvil drone interceptor launches from its platform in response to a drone threat during an exercise at Minot Air Force Base, N.D., Oct. 24, 2025. The Anvil is an autonomous drone that, when prompted by an operated, can detect, track and classify a threat, and, if required, mitigate the threat with a non-kinetic, low-collateral defeat option. The fly-away kit, shown here, includes the Anvil launch box, mobile sentry trailer; two Wisp wide-area infrared systems; two Pulsar electromagnetic warfare systems; and command-and-control software called Lattice. (Department of Defense photo by John Ingle)

U.S. military reveals more details about drone incursions at strategic base

A U.S. Northern Command counter-UAS system recently engaged its jamming protocol against multiple drone incursions, a spokesperson said.

Mar 24, 2026 By Brandi Vincent

A U.S. Sailor, assigned to Strike Fighter Squadron 31, serves as a medical safety observer on the flight deck of the USS Gerald R. Ford (CVN 78), while underway, March 17, 2026. (U.S. Navy photo)

Nearly 300 U.S. troops have been wounded in Operation Epic Fury amid drone, missile attacks

The Iran war is spotlighting serious vulnerabilities that the U.S. is confronting, associated with drone threats.

Mar 24, 2026 By Brandi Vincent

A B-52 Stratofortress from the 5th Bomb Wing taxis at Minot Air Force Base, N.D., Oct. 26. 2025. The U.S. Northern Command Counter-small Unmanned Aerial System fly-away kit, seen in the foreground, and operators were rapidly deployed to the North Dakota base as part of an exercise to demonstrate the command’s ability to quickly support installation commander experiencing a drone incursion. (Department of Defense photo by John Ingle)

U.S. Northern Command says it thwarted a drone threat over a ‘strategic’ installation hours into the Iran war

Flyaway kits are emerging as a viable rapid-response option to defend domestic military installations against contemporary drone incursions.

Mar 19, 2026 By Brandi Vincent

The DJI Mavic 3 drone flies in the air at Summit Point Training Facility, West Virginia, Feb. 24, 2026. (Photo by U.S. Air Force 2nd Lt. Maria Grace)

Pentagon counter-drone task force issues guidance on testing, federal surveillance laws

Its guidance for uniform, data-backed testing and an acknowledgment of privacy protections related to UAS employment in the U.S. comes amid keen public interest over counter-drone systems,…

Mar 10, 2026 By Drew F. Lawrence

A U.S. Soldier, assigned to 277th Maintenance Support Company, Task Force Badger, surveys the southern border at Del Rio, Texas, March 6, 2025. (U.S. Army photo by Sgt. Walker Pino)

Senators criticize agencies over dual counter-drone incidents in Texas after briefing from officials

A senior defense official, speaking on the condition of anonymity, told DefenseScoop Wednesday that the Pentagon’s counter-drone entity — known as Joint Interagency Task Force 401 —…

Mar 4, 2026 By Drew F. Lawrence

(Screenshot of a video released by U.S. Central Command March 3, 2026, showing an airstrike on an Iranian drone.)

Iran’s one-way attack drone launches drop as U.S. prepares to rev up Operation Epic Fury

“When we say ‘the throttle is going up,’ the throttle is going up — and it's going to stay on high,” Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth said.

Mar 4, 2026 By Brandi Vincent