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Choctaw Nation Partners With Federal Government On Counter Drone Systems
The US Department of Homeland Security has partnered with the Choctaw Nation to test drone defense technology on tribal land in southeast Oklahoma. The technology was successfully used during the 2026 FIFA World Cup, bringing down over 2,000 drones and confiscating 700. The Choctaw Nation’s Emerging Aviation Technology Center is one of nine facilities in the nation designated by the FAA for drone testing. According to News9.com, the partnership aims to stay ahead of the rapidly evolving drone technology landscape and protect the homeland.