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US Relaxes Rules on UAS Exports

President Donald J. Trump is taking action to improve the standards for exporting Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS).  While the Missile Technology Control Regime (MTCR) is critical in slowing proliferation and promoting peace and security, it is in dire need of modernization as it applies to UAS. Continue reading →

Four Companies Win Spots on $400M Air Force Skyborg UAV Prototyping IDIQ

Concept art from the Air Force Research Lab shows how the F-35 could be linked to a series of drones through the “loyal wingman” program

The Boeing Co., General Atomics Aeronautical Systems Inc., Kratos Unmanned Aerial Systems Inc. and Northrop Grumman Systems Corp. have each been awarded indefinite-delivery/indefinite-quantity contracts with a shared ceiling of $400,000,000 for all subsequent competitively selected delivery orders in support of the Skyborg Vanguard Program. Continue reading →

First Flight for Modified German Heron TP

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In preparation for its delivery to the German Armed Forces, the German Heron TP UAV has completed its first flight in the skies of the State of Israel. The UAV was modified according to the needs and requirements of the German Ministry of Defense. Continue reading →