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Ondas Places First Order for Rift Dynamics’ Wåsp Drones to Supply U.S. Defense Sector
Ondas Holdings Inc. has made an initial purchase of 500 Wåsp attritable drones from Rift Dynamics, marking its role as the exclusive U.S. distributor. The drones will be integrated into U.S. defense markets, meeting demand from the Department of War for affordable, mass-deployable defense assets. Designed to comply with NDAA requirements, the Wåsp features modular…
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Harmattan AI and Skyeton Forge Strategic Alliance to Boost UAS Capabilities in Europe and Beyond
Harmattan AI, a new French defense technology firm, has partnered with Ukrainian drone developer Skyeton to enhance Skyeton’s Raybird unmanned aerial platform with advanced sensor systems. This collaboration aims to boost Raybird’s global market presence, leveraging Skyeton’s extensive operational experience and Harmattan AI’s AI-driven sensors and production capabilities. The partnership intends to improve Raybird’s adaptability…
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Orbotix Raises €6.5M to Fuel Europe’s Autonomous Defense Ambitions
Orbotix, a European defense tech startup specializing in AI-driven autonomous drones, has raised €6.5 million in pre-seed funding to enhance its development. This investment, led by BVVC Fund and supported by partners like Gustav Söhne Verwaltung and Leryon Global Holdings, aims to improve production infrastructure and advance drone swarm and AI technologies. Co-founders Bogdan Ochiana…
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Ukrainian Heart Institute Trials PD‑2 UAV for Organ Transport
The Heart Institute of Ukraine has successfully tested the PD-2 unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) for delivering transplant organs, highlighting its ability to transport critical medical cargo swiftly and reliably. The trial used a specialized thermal container to ensure organ preservation during flight. The PD-2’s vertical takeoff and landing capabilities allow for operations without runways, enhancing…
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Volatus Aerospace Subsidiary and Falcon Flight Group Strike Strategic Memorandum
Volatus Aerospace Inc. and Falcon Flight Group Inc. have signed a memorandum of understanding aimed at enhancing collaboration within their aviation and drone services. The agreement will explore joint opportunities in areas such as commercial drone operations, aerial infrastructure services, and urban air mobility. Volatus will focus on hardware deployment and regulatory compliance, while Falcon…
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Draganfly Chosen by U.S. Army to Deliver Flex FPV Drone Systems
Draganfly Inc. has been awarded a contract by the U.S. Army to supply its Flex FPV drone systems, representing a significant advance in deploying unmanned aerial platforms. The agreement includes delivering high-performance drones, establishing production capabilities at overseas installations, and training military personnel in operations and logistics aligned with NDAA standards. This initiative aims to…
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Korean Air and Anduril Collaborate to Advance Wildfire Response Technology
Korean Air and Anduril are partnering to innovate global wildfire management solutions. The collaboration aims to merge Korean Air’s unmanned systems expertise with Anduril’s technology for enhanced wildfire detection and response. The initiative will utilize distributed sensors and autonomous systems, with Anduril’s Lattice operating system at its core, facilitating data integration for real-time situational awareness.…
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Skydweller Aero Completes Landmark Solar-Powered Flight in Partnership with U.S. Navy
The Oklahoma Department of Aerospace and Aeronautics has commended Skydweller Aero for completing a 74-hour unmanned flight powered solely by solar energy, in partnership with the U.S. Navy. This mission, conducted above the Gulf of Mexico, demonstrated the potential for autonomous aircraft in maritime surveillance and intelligence gathering. The aircraft successfully operated autonomously while transmitting…
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Wave Engine Corp. Unveils Scitor-P UAV at Pentagon Technology Event
The North American Wave Engine Corporation has successfully flown its Scitor-P unmanned aerial vehicle during the T-REX 25-2 event. This model is part of the Scitor UAV series, featuring a wave engine for simplicity and adaptability. CEO Daanish Maqbool highlighted the company’s commitment to transforming propulsion technology for counter-drone defense. The J-1 wave engine allows…
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Helsing Reveals CA-1 Europa, an Autonomous Fighter Jet Concept for Europe
Helsing, a European defence-technology company, has unveiled the CA-1 Europa, an autonomous uncrewed combat aerial vehicle (UCAV) designed in collaboration with its Grob Aircraft subsidiary. Scheduled for production in four years, the CA-1 Europa aims to achieve multi-role capabilities with high subsonic speeds and support for modular payloads and sensor systems. The initiative focuses on…
