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U.S. Deploys LUCAS Drone in First Combat Strike

3/1/2026

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U.S. Central Command confirmed the first combat use of the LUCAS drone during airstrikes on Iran against Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps facilities.
The LUCAS, developed by SpektreWorks, is a cost-effective autonomous kamikaze drone with a 500-mile range and 40-pound payload.
Task Force Scorpion Strike was established to enhance U.S. military drone capabilities.
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth urged integrating this technology into combat training to adapt to modern warfare.

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U.S. Central Command confirmed the first combat use of the LUCAS drone during airstrikes on Iran against Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps facilities.
The LUCAS, developed by SpektreWorks, is a cost-effective autonomous kamikaze drone with a 500-mile range and 40-pound payload.
Task Force Scorpion Strike was established to enhance U.S. military drone capabilities.
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth urged integrating this technology into combat training to adapt to modern warfare.