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US Army Enhances European Air Defense Against Drone Threats

10/10/2025

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The US Army is boosting air defense in Europe to counter rising Russian drone incursions.
Chief Warrant Officer Brett Bernier says improved technology is needed to counter mass drone attacks and other aerial threats.
The Army is developing a Common Autonomous Multi-Domain Launcher (CAML) to launch missiles and other munitions, though launchers are years away.
Flytrap 4.5 will take place in Germany from November 10–21, with about 15 selected vendors.

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The US Army is boosting air defense in Europe to counter rising Russian drone incursions.
Chief Warrant Officer Brett Bernier says improved technology is needed to counter mass drone attacks and other aerial threats.
The Army is developing a Common Autonomous Multi-Domain Launcher (CAML) to launch missiles and other munitions, though launchers are years away.
Flytrap 4.5 will take place in Germany from November 10–21, with about 15 selected vendors.