BAE Systems and QinetiQ have signed a framework agreement which will see both parties collaborate in the area of autonomous uncrewed air systems (UAS) and mission management systems. Continue reading
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Neal and Linden S. Blue Receive Alison Award from AFA External Inbox
During a special event at the 2023 Air, Space & Cyber Conference at National Harbor, Maryland on September 11, the Air Force Association (AFA) presented General Atomics’ Chairman and CEO Neal Blue and Linden S. Blue with the John R. Alison Award. Continue reading
British Army Showcases Jet-Propelled Drone with Laser-Guided Missiles
A drone that fires laser-guided missiles will be the centrepiece of a major international Defence exhibition in London from 12 to 15 September.
FAA Extends Remote ID Enforcement Date Six Months
Drone pilots who are unable to comply with the broadcast requirement of the Remote ID Rule will now have until March 16, 2024, to equip their aircraft. After that date, operators could face fines and suspension or revocation of pilot certificates. Continue reading
Elbit Systems FAST: Find-And-Strike – Combining UAS and Loitering Munition
Elbit Systems has unveiled its latest development in the world of unmanned aerial systems: The Find-and-Strike (FAST) Capsule, combining the Skylark III and SkyStriker Loitering Munition (LM). Continue reading
Thales and Schiebel Expand Strategic Partnership to Promote Camcopter UAS Globally
Thales, a leading global technology company, and Schiebel, a renowned Rotary Wing Uncrewed Air System (RWUAS) manufacturer, have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to build on their joint success in the UK with a global marketing approach. Continue reading
Teledyne FLIR Defense Demonstrates Autonomously Launched Drones
Teledyne FLIR Defense, part of Teledyne Technologies Incorporated, is showcasing a new technology concept at this week’s DSEI Conference in London that will allow crews to autonomously launch small drones operated from inside a military vehicle; perform reconnaissance, surveillance, and target acquisition (RSTA); and then recover the aircraft without ever having to leave the safety of the vehicle. Continue reading
Ukraine’s Antonov Turns to Drones in Response to Russian Invasion
Ukraine’s Antonov is expanding in drone making, a presentation by the country’s umbrella defence group seen by Reuters shows, as it diversifies its core cargo plane business in response to Russia’s invasion. Continue reading