January 21, 2025
BY Unusual Machines
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Packet Digital announced that it has been awarded an additional contract by the U.S. Navy to continue its development of unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) smart batteries, chargers, and power systems. The contract was awarded as a follow-up to the $8.5 million contract received in December 2022 from the Navy as it sought a standardized battery solution for its UAS fleet to handle ship-to-ship and ship-to-shore missions.
Archer Aviation Inc. announced that it received the certificate of occupancy for its high-volume manufacturing facility, ARC, which is connected to the Covington Municipal Airport in Georgia.
General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI) announced the sale of three MQ-9B SkyGuardian® Remotely Piloted Aircraft (RPA) systems to the Polish Ministry of Defence.
Anduril and Archer announced a partnership to jointly develop a hybrid vertical take-off and landing (VTOL) aircraft for critical defense applications.
SkyDrive Inc. announced that it has signed an agreement with JTB Corp. to create new tourism value using electric Vertical Takeoff and Landing (eVOTLs). The partnership aims to contribute to regional revitalization by introducing eVTOL tourism services to local companies and municipalities.