Ukrainian tech firm Skylab UA has developed an electronic warfare-resistant combat drone with night vision capabilities. The Shoolika Mk6 was announced by Ukraine Minister of Digital Transformation Mykhailo Fedorov, who revealed that the system is capable of launching accurate strikes even in nighttime operations. Continue reading
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Saudi Arabia’s Wakeb Unveils New Khataf UAS with AI Capabilities
Founded in 2017, Wakeb is a Saudi company specialised in artificial intelligence, machine learning, cognitive computing, intelligent applications, and software. It is also active in the UAS domain, and at the World Defense Show it unveiled the Khataf long range VTOL, which of course has embedded AI-based algorithms. Continue reading
UK to Supply Thousands of Drones as Co-Leader of Major International Capability Coalition for Ukraine
The UK and Latvia will jointly lead a capability coalition, which will see thousands of drones supplied to Ukraine, including first-person view (FPV) drones, which have proven highly effective on the battlefield. Continue reading
Bell Demonstrates High-Speed Vertical Takeoff and Landing (HSVTOL) Technology at Holloman Air Force Base
Bell showcases High-Speed Vertical Takeoff and Landing (HSVTOL) technology capabilities upon completion of testing efforts at Holloman Air Force Base. The team has utilized the Holloman High Speed Test Track to demonstrate the folding rotor, integrated propulsion and flight control technologies at representative flight speeds. Continue reading
Tower 22 ‘Logistics Outpost’ in Jordan is a Drone Base
Tower 22, the U.S. base in Jordan where three American service members were killed last month, is not simply a “logistics support base,” as the Pentagon has described it. Continue reading
AeroVironment’s Puma 3 AE Now Has Extended Endurance of Up to 3 Hours
AeroVironment’s PS2500 battery is now approved for use in the Puma 3 AE unmanned aircraft system (UAS). The optional PS2500 battery allows operators to achieve extended endurance of up to three hours of flight time. Continue reading
Canadian Russian Pleads Guilty to Exporting Technology to Russia
A Canadian Russian woman has pleaded guilty for her role in a multimillion-dollar scheme to send electronics to Russia for military use in the war against Ukraine. Continue reading
Azerbaijan Opens Facilities for New Akinci Drone
Azerbaijan has opened a training facility and hanger for a new Akinci drone, confirming the country bought the Turkish-made combat system. Continue reading