Under the watchful eye of the Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency, an extraordinary creation has been taking shape – a remarkable aircraft that emerged as the culmination of groundbreaking innovation. Continue reading
BAE Systems, Malloy Demonstrate First Torpedo Drop from Unmanned T-600
BAE Systems and Malloy Aeronautics have demonstrated the capabilities of the T-600 heavy lift uncrewed air system (UAS) during a large NATO exercise in Portugal to integrate the very latest maritime technologies across allied forces. Continue reading
Europe’s Role in the Making of Russia’s Kamikaze Drones
Iranian kamikaze drones used in the latest attacks on Ukrainian cities are filled with European components, according to a secret document sent by Kyiv to its western allies in which it appeals for long-range missiles to attack production sites in Russia, Iran and Syria.
US Army Selects Textron, Griffon for Next Phase of FTUAS Rapid Prototyping
The US Army has chosen Textron Systems and Griffon Aerospace to participate in the next phase of the Future Tactical UAS rapid prototyping program, the service announced Tuesday. Continue reading
US Navy Funds Research on Automating Aircraft Landings on Rough Seas
Texas A&M engineers are using machine learning to help automate the ship-landing process by mimicking a helicopter pilot’s behaviour. Continue reading
Skyports Drone Services Partners with Carbonix for Long-Range Drone Operations in Australia
Skyports Drone Services has partnered with Australian drone manufacturer Carbonix to scale beyond visual line of sight (BVLOS) operations across the country using its long-range vertical take-off and landing (VTOL) aircraft. Continue reading
Is China’s Kamikaze Drone Clone Headed to Russia?
New video shows the test launch of a Chinese made kamikaze drone, the Sunflower-200. The footage shared on Twitter shows the drone taking off with the assistance of a rocket booster, and (presumably) hitting a target some distance away. Continue reading
AI-Enabled XQ-58 UAV Accomplishes Tactical Test
The US Air Force demonstrated artificial intelligence-enabled air combat during a successful launch of an XQ-58A Valkyrie here Aug. 22. This flight helps develop a trained tactical autonomy algorithm from simulation through flight test on a high-performance, uncrewed air vehicle. Continue reading