GA-ASI and CAE have signed a long-term agreement to develop and produce next-generation mission trainers for the MQ-9B SkyGuardian® remotely piloted aircraft system (RPAS)
In February 2025, a number of significant developments were published on Defense Advancement, including the latest news in thermal monocular solutions, gimbal systems, and communication stations
MKS Ophir’s FoldIR 25-275mm f/5.5 MWIR lens, specifically designed for 5” (127mm) gimbals on drones, has won the Innovation Award at IDEX 2025 in Abu Dhabi
HAVELSAN is introducing the BULUT UAV, a reconnaissance and surveillance platform designed for security forces, featuring GNSS-independent operation, a six-hour flight time, and advanced autonomous capabilities
GA-ASI has demonstrated an Anti-Submarine Warfare (ASW) capability on the MQ-9B SeaGuardian®, successfully deploying and testing anti-submarine sensors using Sonobuoy Dispensing System pods
Teledyne FLIR Defense is supplying the German Army with advanced Black Hornet 4 nano-drones, enhancing covert reconnaissance with advanced imaging, extended flight endurance, and all-weather capabilities
DZYNE Technologies has introduced the Dronebuster® DTIM Kit at IDEX, expanding its counter-drone capabilities with a lightweight, wearable system that detects, tracks, identifies, and mitigates drone threats in real time
HENSOLDT’s ODAEON system is set to enhance battlefield protection for Bundeswehr combat vehicles by detecting enemy optics, enabling real-time threat awareness, and integrating advanced countermeasures like jamming and dazzling
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