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An RQ-28A is shown in flight.
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Aviation

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Aviation

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Army

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By Kelsey D. Atherton

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Aviation

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Aviation

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AI

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By Kelsey D. Atherton

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By Kelsey D. Atherton

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Army

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By Kelsey D. Atherton

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By Kelsey D. Atherton

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By Kelsey D. Atherton

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AI

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By Kelsey D. Atherton

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Army

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By Kelsey D. Atherton

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By Kelsey D. Atherton

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