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Solar drone with jumbo jet wingspan broke a flight record—then it crashed

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The final flight and complex legacy of a pioneering solar-powered aircraft.

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Changes in defense policy affect budgets, procurement, base operations, and long-term strategic positioning that shape where and how service members serve.

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Solar drone with jumbo jet wingspan broke a flight record—then it crashed

Why this matters for military families

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