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LANDEURO

Soldiers live fire FPV drones in Germany

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Drones with unit logos

First person view drones bearing the unit logos of the U.S. Army Combat Capabilities Development Command, 28th Infantry Division and 173rd Airborne Brigade stand ready prior to taking flight in an innovative unmanned aircraft system project at Grafenwoehr Training Area, Germany, Feb. 20, 2025. Coined “Project Shiv”, the innovative exercise involved using FPV drones assembled at Balli Airfield with development munitions created by the U.S. Army Combat Capabilities Development Command (DEVCOM) Armaments Center. (U.S. Army National Guard photo by Capt. Leanne Demboski)

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Overcoming multi-layered defense requires future interoperability and rapid innovation against emerging threats in the next 5-10 years.

For more information visit the AUSA's LANDEURO page.

Wednesday, Jul 16, 2025 15:45 - 17:00 UTC+1

Location: South (SUD) Hall General Session Room, RheinMain CongressCenter

The future of air defense lies in integrated systems capable of defeating increasingly complex threats from small unmanned aerial systems to advanced missile systems. Enhanced interoperability and rapid innovation are crucial to strengthening multilayered defenses in the next 5-10 years. This session explores key considerations and emerging technologies, such as AI-driven threat evaluation and electronic warfare, to ensure air defenses maintain a critical technological advantage and operational superiority.

Watch the panel discussion here: https://www.dvidshub.net/video/970325

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