Corporate sponsorship of drone racing events — including those tied to military organizations — is emerging as a meaningful driver of UAV ecosystem development and talent cultivation.
Terra Drone has moved the Terra A1 interceptor drone from development into active operational use in Ukraine, betting on frontline-driven iteration and lower intercept costs to counter the growing drone threat.
Fragmented battlefield systems slow down decision-making when it matters most. Here's why C2 node integration is becoming a defining competitive advantage in the UAV industry.
The US Army and Bell are exploring unmanned aerial tankers to extend the range of the MV-75 Cheyenne II tiltrotor, taking cues from the Navy's MQ-25 Stingray program.
DJI's new Osmo Pocket 4 is officially off-limits in the US market, with FCC-related restrictions blocking even gray market imports as a workaround.
The K1000ULE UAV has achieved a world first by recharging its batteries mid-flight using laser power beaming. The "Neverland" concept promises indefinite on-station endurance for surveillance and border patrol missions.
AeroVironment's Mayhem 10 is a modular swarming drone that can suppress radars, jam communications, conduct reconnaissance, and strike armor — all from a single adaptable airframe.
The Merops interceptor drone, battle-tested in Ukraine, has successfully defended U.S. troops against Iranian Shahed loitering munitions — validating the asymmetric approach to counter-UAS defense.
The US Army plans to increase procurement of the XM1225 APEX airburst round fivefold, as the AH-64 Apache takes on a new counter-drone role in modern warfare.
