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USAF speed up Reaper replacement after heavy losses in Iran

The Massed Modular Aircraft program envisions a $10M airframe—plus sensor and system costs.

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A General Atomics advertisement in the Pentagon metro station pitches a proposed Reaper replacement.

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September 8, 2026 05:15 PM ET

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breakingdefense.com·Sep 3, 2026 · 7 g fa
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breakingdefense.com·Sep 10, 2026 · 1 g fa
General Atomics unveils 'Wildfire' drone to replace Reaper - Breaking Defense
breakingdefense.com·Sep 9, 2026 · 2 g fa
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