General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. has conducted a series of flight tests aimed at certifying the MQ-9B Remotely Piloted Aircraft (RPA) for Flight Into Known Icing (FIKI).
Category Archives: Military UAS
Boeing Sees Chinook Air-Launching Swarms Of Drones
With orders for the twin-rotor helicopter still rolling in, Boeing has provided details on its future plans for the venerable H-47 Chinook, including adding launched effects and creating a path toward a unmanned version of the aircraft. Continue reading
Ukrainian Drone Firm Controls Interceptor from 1,240 Miles
The Ukrainian defence technology company Dyki Shershni (Wild Hornets) demonstrated on April 17 what it called a “record-breaking” launch of an interceptor drone over 2,000 kilometers (1,240 miles), with the operator based in northern Ukraine. Continue reading
U.S. Army Strengthens Gray Eagle with New ELINT Upgrade
The U.S. Army is upgrading its MQ-1C Gray Eagle Extended Range (ER) with enhanced electronic intelligence capabilities via a contract awarded to General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. . Continue reading
Shaheds for $41K Available Online from China
This turned up unannounced in our mailbox over the weekend – an offer from a Shenzen-based online retailer, XingkaiUAV. They claim to provide turn-key drone solutions and one-stop services for UAV platforms.
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General Atomics Pitches Mojave as a STOL Drone Hunter
General Atomics is calling attention to a new mission for its Mojave short takeoff and landing (STOL) drone: hunting unmanned aerial threats with laser-guided Advanced Precision Kill Weapon System II (APKWS II) rockets. Continue reading
US Tank Crews Defeated by Ukrainian Tennis Balls in NATO Exercise
U.S. armoured vehicle crews remain unprepared to counter drone attacks. Footage from training exercises was published on Reddit. Continue reading
UK Announces Biggest Ever Package of 120,000 Drones for Ukraine
The UK has announced the biggest ever drone package for Ukraine, delivering at least 120,000 drones for Ukraine this year and driving growth and jobs across the UK. Continue reading