New co-development and co-production deal between General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI) and Hanwha Aerospace aims to accelerate delivery of runway-independent Unmanned Aircraft System (UAS) to global customers
Sikorsky’s new S-70UAS U-Hawk is a fully autonomous, battle-ready unmanned aircraft system with increased cargo capacity and multi-mission capabilities.
Trillium’s lightweight HD59-MLVS-LD Electro-Optical/Infrared (EO/IR) gimbal with laser designator is integrated on AeroVironment’s Puma LE, bringing precision targeting to portable Group 2 UAS
Defence IQ’s upcoming Uncrewed & Autonomous Systems 2025 conference will unite global defence leaders to explore advances in autonomy, AI, and integrated uncrewed capabilities
Defense Advancement showcases Arctic Horizons UAS (Unmanned Aircraft Systems) that provide solutions to the most critical challenges of the modern battlefield
AeroVironment has enhanced its Puma LE drone with a new laser target designator and universal gimbal kit, enabling precision targeting and multi-mission flexibility for dismounted troops and special operations forces
In September 2025, Defense Advancement covered key developments across global defense technology, from counter-drone trailer systems, MANET waveform technology, to EO/IR gimbals
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
Belgium’s first MQ-9B SkyGuardian has completed its maiden flight following delivery, marking a milestone in training, certification, and operational preparation efforts
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
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