'Blimp' to Boost Military Intelligence Collection at Low Cost

A military blimp may seem counterintuitive in an era of satellites, stealth fighter jets and drones, but a new unmanned hybrid airship will be a major boost to U.S. military intelligence capabilities by serving as a low-cost, long-duration intelligence, surveillance, and communications platform. Built by Northrop Grumman (NOC) and known as the Long-Endurance Multi-intelligence Vehicle (LEMV), the new airship is slated to take its inaugural flight in the next few weeks and could be ready for deployment later this year.

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