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– NEWT21, the Latvian manufacturer specializing in unmanned surface vessels (USVs), has successfully demonstrated advanced autonomous navigation on its FOG USV. This achievement follows the smooth integration of UAV Navigation-Grupo Oesía’s autopilot system, carried out through close collaboration between both teams. Continue reading
– 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
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
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
– 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
– 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
– 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
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