French drone maker Parrot selected to develop spy aircraft for the US military

Parrot, a longtime competitor to Chinese drone giant DJI, is one of six companies selected by the US Department of Defense to build short-range reconnaissance aircraft for the American military. The deal, which includes five other companies but not DJI, represents a strategic front between the US and European commercial entities, like Parrot, in the face of increasing dominance from Chinese companies.DJI is far and away the world’s largest and most popular drone maker, with Parrot and oth