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Story summary
- Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA), Pentagon's research and development arm, will host a drone competition in Dayton from August 2 to 9, 2026.
- Competitors must design a drone weighing up to 55 pounds that can carry 220 pounds over a five-nautical-mile course.
- The event offers $6.5 million in prizes.
- Public access will be restricted to competitors and staff.
- The competition coincides with Flite Fest, attracting radio control enthusiasts.
