PHASA-35 Solar Powered UAV Conducts First Flight
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PHASA-35, a 35m wingspan solar-electric aircraft, has successfully completed its maiden flight. The landmark flight paves the way to this new aircraft becoming a game changer in the air and space market, plugging the gap between aircraft and satellite technology. PHASA-35 has been designed, built and now flown in less than two years as part […]
Extended range: VECTOR flies beyond 300 km using a UHF datalink
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A robust communication network between an unmanned aerial vehicle and the ground control station is paramount for the successful execution of a BVLOS (Beyond Visual Line of Sight) operation. Although the VECTOR autopilot, UAV’s most advanced flight control system is fully capable of executing an entirely autonomous mission, a solid and reliable data or video […]
IAI to Unveil the HERON MK II UAV at Singapore Airshow
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Israel Aerospace Industries (IAI) will unveil the HERON MK II, a Multi Altitude Long Endurance (MALE) Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV), at the upcoming Singapore Airshow. The HERON MK II is an updated model of the HERON UAV, which is used by the Israeli Air Force and is operational with over 20 other organizations worldwide. Using […]
Belgium to Buy MQ-9B SkyGuardian Remotely Piloted Aircraft
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DefenceTalkThe State Department has made a determination approving a possible Foreign Military Sale to Belgium of MQ-9B SkyGuardian Remotely Piloted Aircraft (RPA) and related equipment for an estimated cost of $600 million. The Defense Security Cooperation Agency delivered the required certification notifying Congress of this possible sale on March 25, 2019. The Government of Belgium […]https://www.defencetalk.com/belgium-to-buy-mq-9b-skyguardian-remotely-piloted-aircraft-72234/
Australia Commits to Next Triton Remotely Piloted Aircraft
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DefenceTalkThe Minister for Defence, the Hon Christopher Pyne MP, and the Minister for Defence Industry, Senator the Hon Linda Reynolds CSC, today announced that the Government will purchase the next MQ-4C Triton Remotely Piloted Aircraft. This aircraft is the second of a planned fleet of at least six Triton aircraft that Australia is acquiring through […]https://www.defencetalk.com/australia-commits-to-next-triton-remotely-piloted-aircraft-72231/
India-U.S. looking to develop unmanned aerial vehicles: Pentagon
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DefenceTalkIndia and the U.S. have identified small air launch unmanned aerial vehicles(UAV) and a lightweight small arms technology project along with aircraft maintenance for defence collaboration, a top Pentagon official has said. The U.S. statement came as defence officials from the two countries held their latest round of Defence Technology and Trade Initiative (DTTI) talks […]https://www.defencetalk.com/india-u-s-looking-to-develop-unmanned-aerial-vehicles-pentagon-72210/
Boeing Introduces New Unmanned System For Global Defense Customers
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DefenceTalkMELBOURNE, Australia: Boeing has introduced its newest unmanned platform, the Boeing Airpower Teaming System. Designed for global defense customers by Boeing Australia, it is the company’s largest investment in a new unmanned aircraft program outside the United States. The aircraft will complement and extend airborne missions through smart teaming with existing military aircraft. A model […]https://www.defencetalk.com/boeing-introduces-new-unmanned-system-for-global-defense-customers-72142/
US gives Philippine’s air force first drone system
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DefenceTalkThe United States gave the Philippine air force on Tuesday its first surveillance drone system, as the two nations step up co-operation in the battle against militants. Washington has been boosting its backing for Philippine counter-terror efforts since Daesh supporters seized parts of the southern city of Marawi last year, sparking a deadly five-month battle. […]https://www.defencetalk.com/us-gives-philippines-air-force-first-drone-system-71572/
Worldwide Military UAV Market Worth $80 Billion
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DefenceTalkUnmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAVs) will be the most dynamic growth sector of the world aerospace industry this decade, more than tripling in the next decade, report Teal analysts in their latest market analysis. Worldwide military adoption of UAVs and soaring demand for the next generation of unmanned combat aerial vehicles (UCAVs) are driving the market’s […]https://www.defencetalk.com/worldwide-military-uav-market-worth-80-billion-70776/
US Army Aviation Soldiers usher in a new era of warfare
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DefenceTalkThe air mission briefing began promptly at Al Asad Air Base, Iraq. The Soldier in charge of the briefing, Spc. Eleazar Gonzalez, provided updates on the operating environment and flight schedules, and coordinated with other sections to cover maintenance and weather. The meeting ended with Gonzalez quizzing his fellow MQ-1C “Gray Eagle” operators on vital […]https://www.defencetalk.com/us-army-aviation-soldiers-usher-in-a-new-era-of-warfare-70307/