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July 4, 2017Combat Debut of MQ-9 Block 5
The MQ-9 Reaper Block 5 variant has made its combat debut on 23 June, successfully destroying its targets with two Hellfires and one GBU-38 during a mission in support of Operation Inherent Resolve, according to a US Air Force statement.
The Block 5 MQ-9 is equipped with improved electrical and communications systems which provides better software and hardware upgrades for future operations providing dominant persistent attack and reconnaissance to joint force commanders.
