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Army Eyes More HADES Jets, But Program Isn’t ‘Full Steam Ahead’

High Altitude Detection and Exploitation System (HADES) Program Seeks Business Jets for Expanded Capabilities

The US Army has released a request for information for up to 11 business jets to be used for its High Altitude Detection and Exploitation System (HADES) program, which aims to provide advanced surveillance capabilities. The RFI was published on January 22 and seeks aircraft that can operate between 41,000 and 51,000 feet above sea level. Responses are due by February 12. According to Breaking Defense, the Army is looking for business jets in production through 2032 and anticipates a 10-year ordering period.

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    Source: Breaking Defense (RSS) JAN Tracker: SRCE-2026-1769718150263-2279
    URL: https://breakingdefense.com/2026/01/army-eyes-more-hades-jets-but-program-isnt-full-steam-ahead/
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    Army Eyes More HADES Jets, But Program Isn’t ‘Full Steam Ahead’

    High Altitude Detection and Exploitation System (HADES) Program Seeks Business Jets for Expanded Capabilities

    The US Army has released a request for information for up to 11 business jets to be used for its High Altitude Detection and Exploitation System (HADES) program, which aims to provide advanced surveillance capabilities. The RFI was published on January 22 and seeks aircraft that can operate between 41,000 and 51,000 feet above sea level. Responses are due by February 12. According to Breaking Defense, the Army is looking for business jets in production through 2032 and anticipates a 10-year ordering period.

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      Source: Breaking Defense (RSS) JAN Tracker: SRCE-2026-1769718150263-2279
      URL: https://breakingdefense.com/2026/01/army-eyes-more-hades-jets-but-program-isnt-full-steam-ahead/
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