Testing
Sikorsky Nomad 100 Completes Initial Flight Test Phase for DARPA
The milestone marks another step forward in delivering high-performing unmanned systems to servicemembers operating in rapidly evolving, contested environments
VTOL
Business
Airbus Sells First Airbus Flexrotor to Voyageur in Canada
“Bringing the Flexrotor into Canada with an experienced operator like Voyageur underscores Airbus’ commitment to delivering next-generation tactical capabilities to the region,"
Military
AV Receives MQ‑31A Designation from Italian Ministry of Defence
“This designation validates that JUMP 20 meets the standards of a modern European military and underscores the system’s ability to deliver actionable intelligence and persistent overwatch in highly contested environments”
Military
Teledyne FLIR Defense Launches Black Recon Autonomous Micro-Drone
Autonomous launch, recovery, and recharge from military vehicles and fixed installations. Three-drone rotation provides persistent surveillance and real-time targeting data in contested environments
VTOL
Airbus Introduces the U145 - Unmanned Version of the H145
Compared with a manned H145 helicopter, the U145 will have no physical cockpit, and will include significant adaptations for cargo, such as an integrated nose door including a foldable loading table and a dedicated cargo floor.
VTOL
Integrator VTOL Proves Long-Range, Multi-INT Performance and Battle Management Systems Integration
“Integrator with FLARES VTOL offers significant range and endurance while carrying multiple-intelligence payload sets, and our recent demonstrations at Balikatan in extreme heat and high-density altitude conditions prove that it’s not just marketing,”
VTOL
Aeronext to Unveil New Japanese-Made Logistics Drone with ActiveWing Technology
By utilizing movable auxiliary wings that generate lift during flight, the aircraft achieves longer-range and more efficient flight compared with conventional multicopter drones
VTOL
Schiebel CAMCOPTER S-300 Selected for European Defence Fund SWORD Project
SWORD aims to develop a System-of-Systems for stand-off Anti Submarine Warfare (ASW), providing an integrated sensor-to shooter functional chain that enables naval platforms to detect, track, classify and neutralise submerged threats.
Military
Steadicopter Unveils Golden Eagle Mothership
The concept transforms the rotary unmanned platform into a long-range aerial deployment carrier capable of transporting and releasing ISR drones and precision effectors deep into operational theaters while maintaining stand-off survivability
Transport
Sikorsky/Robinson Unmanned Get $15M US Marine Corps Contract for Autonomous Aerial Logistics Program
“By combining MATRIX’s advanced autonomous capability with the rugged, flight-proven R66 airframe, the R66 TURBINETRUCK delivers that capability whenever and wherever it’s needed—no matter the environment.”
Testing
Schiebel Completes First CAMCOPTER S-100 Acceptance Milestone for Greek Navy
“This milestone marks an important step in the introduction of the CAMCOPTER S-100 with the Hellenic Navy,” said Hans Georg Schiebel, Chairman of the Schiebel Group.
Business
French Navy Further Expands CAMCOPTER S-100 Fleet
“The French Navy was among the first European naval forces to operationally integrate the CAMCOPTER S-100 into its shipborne operations. This follow-on order reflects the system’s capabilities, as well as maturity and the confidence placed in its performance at sea. "