The Pentagon has requested roughly $53.6 billion in FY2027 to rapidly scale procurement, logistics, training and counter‑drone systems under the Defense Autonomous Warfare Group. The package includes funding for one‑way attack drones, drone aircraft designed to team with manned fighters, refueling drones, and expanded counter‑drone defenses.
— This marks a decisive, budgetary shift toward autonomous and attritable warfare that will reshape defense industrial policy, alliance dynamics, and domestic manufacturing decisions.
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2026.04.22
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The article’s reported figures and programs: $53.6 billion for drone procurement and sustainment under DAWG, plus $20.6 billion tied to one‑way attack drones and the Air Force's Collaborative Combat Aircraft effort (quoted amounts and program names).
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