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DARPA's X-68A LongShot Air-To-Air Missile-Carrying Drone Closer to F-15 Launch
The goal of the program has been to explore how an unmanned aircraft capable of firing air-to-air missiles could extend the reach and reduce the vulnerability of the launch platform, among other benefits.
C-UAS
AH-64 Apache Tests Proximity Fused 30mm Counter-Drone Munition
The primary objective was to assess the XM1225 cartridge’s accuracy and directly compare its performance with the legacy HEDP round under identical conditions. A secondary objective involved collecting performance data from mixed ammunition loads against both ground targets and UAS threats.
Electronic Sub-Systems
‘World’s Smallest Autopilot System’ Turns UK Drones Into Smart Strike Munitions
London Defence R&D’s Raptor Pilot AI Pro is a compact autopilot that adds onboard AI targeting and autonomous precision control to UAVs.
Training
TEKEVER Launches UAS Training School in Wales
TEKEVER has a fully vertically integrated model – spanning Aerospace structural engineering, design and manufacturing, propulsion systems, complex optical and RF payload development, communication systems, avionics, software, data science and artificial intelligence
Software
Lazarus Hacking Group infiltrates European Drone Manufacturers
One of the world’s most feared cyber threat groups, Lazarus Group is allegedly backed by North Korea. Known for cybercrime and espionage, it has launched major disruptive attacks, including the 2014 Sony Pictures hack that exposed sensitive emails, unreleased films, and executives’ personal data.
Tethered
Towed Defence Platform to Protect Commercial Shipping from Drone Attacks
Raytheon's Advanced Technology team will design, build, and demonstrate a system for DARPA's Pulling Guard program that consists of EO/IR sensors and detection software, deployed via a tethered drone connected to a semi-autonomous unmanned platform towed by commercial and naval logistics vessels.
Test Ranges
U.S. Army Designates Michigan All-Domain Warfighting Center as National Drone Training Range
The ability to conduct live-fire exercises that incorporate drone swarms, electronic jamming, GPS-denied navigation, and multi-domain targeting within a single controlled environment is critical. Michigan’s four-season climate causes cold-weather degradation providing invaluable data.
Drone Racing
Micro Drone Race Returns to National Museum of the U.S. Air Force
The National Museum of the United States Air Force collects, researches, conserves, interprets and presents the Air Force's history, heritage and traditions, as well as today's mission to fly, fight and win ... air power anytime, anywhere through the stewardship of the national historic collection.
CCA
Shield AI Selected as Mission Autonomy Provider for the U.S. Air Force CCA Program
The Air Force is working with Collins Aerospace and Shield AI to develop to develop 'mission' autonomy software, which will allow CCAs to take complex action when given basic directions from a pilot in a manned aircraft.
Drone Light Shows
Year of the Horse Drone Light Show
People born in the Year of the Horse are believed to possess similar traits, such as being hardworking, warm-hearted, and independent. The Horse is also associated with success and good fortune.
C-UAS
Ukrainian Drone Operators Defeated NATO Combat Group During Joint Exercises
Russia’s war against Ukraine has already reshaped global military thinking, but The Wall Street Journal reported that a major NATO drill last May revealed how unprepared Western forces remain for high-intensity combat dominated by drones and real-time battlefield intelligence.