– Boeing is designing a larger, land-based version of its uncrewed MQ-25 tanker, targeting U.S. Air Force (USAF) future refueling plans including topping up Collaborative Combat Aircraft (CCA) in contested airspace. Continue reading
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Lockheed Eyes Low-Cost Attritable Drone for CCA Increment 2
– Lockheed Martin, having “gold-plated” its initial bid for the Collaborative Combat Aircraft program, will focus on lower cost, more attritable aircraft in its proposal for the second increment, the head of the company’s legendary Skunk Works division told reporters Sept. 17. Continue reading
GA-ASI Displays Future of Uncrewed Airpower at AFA ASC 2024
– General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. announces major displays during the Air Force Association’s (AFA) Air, Space & Cyber Conference, Sept. 16–18, 2024. During the show, just outside Washington, D.C., GA-ASI will exhibit: Continue reading
Egyptian Company Unveils MALE Drone and Smart Munitions
Egyptian company Robotics Engineering Systems (RES) showcased its locally manufactured drones and smart munitions at the recent Egypt International Airshow (EIAS 2024), which was held at El Alamein International Airport over three days. Continue reading
New Collaborative Combat Aircraft will be on Display at AFA Conference
The Air Force’s newest aircraft—and the first in the new category of autonomous Collaborative Combat Aircraft—will be on public display for the first time at AFA’s Air, Space & Cyber Conference Sept. 16-18 at the Gaylord National Resort and Convention Center in National Harbor, Md. Continue reading
Ukraine War’s Tactical Teachings Lead to PGZ’s Creation of T.U.R.T.L.E Mine-Laying Drone.
The T.U.R.T.L.E quadcopter drone, developed by Polska Grupa Zbrojeniowa (PGZ), is an advanced unmanned aerial system designed for precise mine-laying operations across various environments. Introduced at the MSPO 2024 international defense industry exposition, it represents a significant evolution in the military’s capability to employ autonomous technologies for minefield management. Continue reading
Polish C-UAS Specialist Debuts Advanced Hard-Kill System at MSPO 2024
Developed by Maddos and AP Flyer in collaboration with a Ukrainian partner, Poland is showcasing the ORION FCS system at MSPO. This system, equipped with either two 23mm cannons or two 12.7mm machine guns, is designed to detect and neutralize drones flying at several hundred meters. Continue reading
New Polish Drone can Reach Moscow
During the International Defense Industry Exhibition (MSPO) 2024, taking place in Kielce, WB GROUP presents a new concept of the Warmate 50 strike drone. The Polish drone attracts attention with its size. Continue reading