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Insitu Introduces PLEO SATCOM for ScanEagle UAS, Adds Laser Targeting Capability for Enhanced Over-The-Horizon ISR-T Mission Sets

– Insitu, a Boeing Company, has announced the addition of Proliferated Low Earth Orbit (PLEO) Satellite Communication (SATCOM) datalinks and laser-targeting capabilities to its long-endurance, battle-tested ScanEagle Uncrewed Aircraft System (UAS). These enhancements position ScanEagle as the premier choice for reliable over-the-horizon Beyond Line of Sight (BLOS) Intelligence, Surveillance, Reconnaissance and Targeting (ISR-T) missions, further solidifying its reputation as the most proven small UAS in operation today. Continue reading →

New GA-ASI Gambit 6 UCAV Adds Air-To-Ground Operations for International CCA

The latest iteration of the innovative Gambit Series of unmanned combat air vehicles (UCAV) from General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI) is Gambit 6, a collaborative combat aircraft (CCA) that adds air-to-ground operations to its already proven air-to-air capability. Continue reading →

US Army Issues RFI for Enduring-High Energy Laser (E-HEL) C-UAS

The Army Rapid Capabilities and Critical Technologies Office (RCCTO) Directed Energy Project Office (DEPO) is seeking information on potential sources that could provide the necessary technical skills, facilities, tooling, and personnel to produce a Counter-Unmanned Aircraft System (C-UAS) High Energy Laser (HEL) weapon system to protect semi-fixed and maneuver forces against Groups 1-3 UASs. This weapon system is designated as the Army Enduring-High Energy Laser (E-HEL). Continue reading →

DARPA Awards PhysicsAI Contract to Develop Autonomous Soaring for UAVs

– PhysicsAI has announced that the Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA) has awarded the company a prime contract under the Albatross program, a cutting-edge initiative to develop autonomous soaring capabilities for unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs). Continue reading →

Anduril Industries Partners with Polska Grupa Zbrojeniowa to Develop UAS for Poland

– Polska Grupa Zbrojeniowa SA and Anduril Industries recently signed a strategic cooperation agreement on the joint development and production of autonomous air systems for the Polish Armed Forces, including the Polish version of the Barracuda-500M cruise missile. Continue reading →

The Future of Autonomous Fighters is Coming to Rome

– General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI) will participate in the upcoming 25th anniversary of the International Fighter Conference as the event’s only Four-Star Lead Partner, reflecting the company’s global commitment to the future of autonomous fighter jets. Continue reading →

Mysterious Area 51 ‘Unmanned Aircraft’ Crash Probed by Air Force, FBI

A mysterious aircraft crash near Nevada’s secretive Area 51 has triggered weeks of speculation, a military probe — and allegations of a government cover-up. The incident occurred Sept. 23 on public land just outside the boundaries of the classified base at Groom Lake, about 83 miles north-northwest of Las Vegas, according to the Air Force and KLAS-TV, which reported on the crash. Continue reading →

EOS Defense Systems USA Developing Advanced C-UAS Capabilities

The evolving Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS) threat demands continual advancement in counter UAS (CUAS) technologies to protect critical assets and formations. EOS Defense Systems USA recently announced that it is developing enhanced capabilities for its Slinger Remote Weapon System (RWS), incorporating capabilities like Aided Target Recognition and selectable levels of autonomy to meet the growing challenge of hostile drones. Continue reading →