Mississippi State University’s Raspet Lab is testing Aurora Flight Sciences SKIRON-X UAS for BVLOS emergency response, refining operations, flight safety, and FAA waiver procedures for first responders
A recent demonstration by L3Harris and Shield AI showcased a new system's ability to passively detect unmanned aerial threats at greater distances, even when partially obscured by obstacles
ParaZero Technologies successfully demonstrated its DefendAir Handheld Net Gun, achieving 100% interception of hostile drones and showcasing reliable protection for critical infrastructure
Performance Drone Works (PDW) has been awarded a $20.9M U.S. Army contract to supply C100 heavy-lift quadcopters with multi-mission payloads, enhancing reconnaissance, electronic warfare, and operational flexibility for TiC units
Honeywell has introduced the HON1600, a small-thrust-class engine designed for collaborative combat aircraft (CCA) and unmanned aircraft systems (UAS), combining flexible architecture with rapid production methods
The Malloy T-150 heavy-lift UAS has achieved Release to Service, enabling the Royal Navy and Royal Marines to deliver critical supplies in extreme environments while reducing risk to personnel
DeltaQuad has become part of the Dutch Coalition for Defence and Security, aiming to collaborate with Finland’s deeptech defense industry, support NATO’s JEF with its VTOL drone expertise, and advance autonomous flight capabilities over the next three years
Curtiss-Wright has been chosen by Rheinmetall Air Defence to deliver rugged power management technology and gyroscopes for the Oerlikon Skyranger® mobile air defense system
BAE Systems’ FalconWorks and Lockheed Martin Skunk Works have partnered to develop modular uncrewed air systems focused on electronic warfare, attack, and future adaptability
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