
Predator Drone | From Albatross to Amber | S54-E1
American Innovations
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The Deal Could Be Worth a Billion Dollars
The winning bidder will be commissioned to build as many as 400 drones and 50 ground control systems within the next five years. The deal could be worth as much as a billion dollars. Because it was developed under a defense department contract, karam can't legally sell the amber to foreign militaries. By august of 19 89, leading systems is even more strapped for cash. There's no money coming in. Running out of options, caram bites the bullet and partners with hughs aircraft company,. A far larger and richer defense contractor with extensive manufacturing experience. They also agree to take charge of mass production if it's chosen in the j po's competition.
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