US Military drones tap 150,000 radios in push to beat battlefield jamming threats

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It also connects drone operations with tactical radio networks already deployed across U.S. L3Harris Technologies and Skydio are integrating military drones with tactical radio technology to help U.S.

forces maintain communications under electronic warfare threats. The partnership combines Skydio’s X10D drone with L3Harris radios and specialized waveforms designed to protect command links in contested environments.

The integration could help American troops operate uncrewed aircraft systems (UAS) when adversaries attempt to disrupt battlefield communications. The X10D is a compact drone designed for military reconnaissance, giving troops an aerial view of potential threats without exposing personnel to the same risks.