Russian media: The US plans to catch up with Russia and China in the field of drones!
The US hopes to become a leader in this field by the end of 2027.
On July 11, TASS of Russia published an article.
Fox News Channel reported that US Defense Secretary Pete Esper has decided to accelerate the production and deployment of drones, trying to surpass Russia and China in this field.
According to Fox News Channel, they obtained some of Esper's office notes.
The Defense Secretary removed some bureaucratic obstacles that hindered innovation and canceled restrictions that he believed hindered innovation.
The documents stated: "The use of [drones] will no longer be limited by the rules we set ourselves."
Differently, for the first time, officers at the rank of colonel and lieutenant colonel can independently purchase and test drones, including those made by 3D printing.
In addition, they can quickly and without excessive inspection obtain and use drones.
The Pentagon admitted, "Those who oppose the US have an advantage in small drone systems."
But Hagens hopes that the US can become a leader in this field by 2027.
Fox News pointed out that the Ukraine conflict has shown the world how the use of drones has changed the nature of combat.
Earlier, US President Donald Trump said that the US military is actively studying the experience of using drones in the fighting in Ukraine.
Original: https://www.toutiao.com/article/1837299641188867/
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