USAF is buying banned DJI drones to train its operators against the 'most statistically probable real-world…
- US Air Force buys banned DJI drones to train against likely hostile aircraft
- F.E. Warren base will use DJI aircraft for counter-drone security drills
- RIZER software will isolate the DJI drones before they enter training
The US Air Force plans to buy DJI drones for counter-drone training at F.E. Warren Air Force Base in Wyoming.
The purchase involves Chinese-made drones that security forces will use to rehearse responses against drones encountered during actual threats.
F.E. Warren operates Minuteman III missiles, making protection against airborne incursions an important part of its security mission.
Air Force seeks restricted DJI drones for realistic training
The 90th Contracting Squadron issued a solicitation for banned DJI drones on August 14 2026, with vendor quotes due August 24 for the planned purchase.
The order seeks two refurbished DJI Mavic 2 Pro quadcopters with Fly More kits for training at the missile base.
It also requests two ...
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