
US Army Eyes One Million Drones as It Launches Soldier-Led Marketplace
Army Secretary Dan Driscoll says the service aims to purchase one million drones within 18 to 24 months and will launch a soldier-led marketplace next month where private companies can sell drone innovations directly to military units. The push follows the Army's inaugural Best Drone Warfighter Competition.
- Army Secretary Driscoll wants to purchase one million drones within 18-24 months
- A soldier-led drone marketplace launching next month will let troops rate and review commercial drone products
- The Army is shifting to treat drones as expendable ammunition rather than reusable equipment
- China produces 5-15 million drones annually, highlighting the US manufacturing gap
- The inaugural Best Drone Warfighter Competition drew 200+ soldier competitors

