WASHINGTON— The United States Air Force (USAF) has awarded a $29.7 million contract to startup Beehive Industries to develop compact, disposable jet engines designed for drones and precision munitions.
The initiative supports broader U.S. efforts to expand scalable missile and drone production under new defense modernization programs.
Officials aim to improve affordability while increasing production speed across next-generation autonomous systems.
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US Air Force Engine Contract
The Air Force awarded the contract to Beehive Industries to complete integration, flight testing, and qualification of its Frenzy 8 engine, a lightweight propulsion system designed for expendable use in military platforms. The company will also begin producing a…
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