U.S. Army Contracts Alabama Firm for $68 Million Drone Supply Amid Ongoing Military Operations
Army awards Alabama firm $68 million Operation Epic Fury deal for its Outlaw drones

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Griffon Aerospace Inc., based in Madison, Alabama, has secured a $68 million contract from the U.S. Army to supply the Outlaw Gen 3 drones. This deal supports Operation Epic Fury, aimed at military operations against Iran, with expected completion by March 30, 2027.
- 01The contract amounts to $68 million for the supply of Outlaw Gen 3 drones.
- 02The deal is part of Operation Epic Fury, a military campaign against Iran initiated on February 28.
- 03Griffon Aerospace has a history of supplying drones to the U.S. military for over 20 years.
- 04The Outlaw Gen 3 is expected to enhance U.S. military capabilities in high-intensity conflicts.
- 05Previous versions of the Outlaw drones have improved endurance, payload capacity, and mission flexibility.
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The U.S. Army has awarded a $68 million contract to Griffon Aerospace Inc., a company located in Madison, Alabama, for the supply of its latest drone model, the Outlaw Gen 3. This procurement is part of Operation Epic Fury, a military campaign targeting Iran that commenced on February 28. Although specific details about the Outlaw Gen 3's capabilities are not publicly available, previous models, such as the Outlaw Gen 2, have been recognized for their reliability and versatility in both target practice and surveillance roles. The military anticipates that Griffon will fulfill this contract by March 30, 2027. As U.S. forces engage in ongoing operations against Iran, the Outlaw Gen 3 drones are expected to play a crucial role in enhancing operational survivability and expanding tactical options. With over two decades of experience supplying drones to the military, Griffon Aerospace aims to deliver advanced systems that could complicate enemy defenses and support future high-intensity conflicts.
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The contract supports local employment and economic activity in Madison, Alabama.
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