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GA-ASI and CAE Sign Long-Term Agreement MQ-9B SkyGuardian Mission Trainer

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By General Atomics

February 19, 2025

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General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI) and CAE announced a long-term agreement for the development and production of the next-generation mission trainer for GA-ASI’s MQ-9B SkyGuardian® remotely piloted aircraft system (RPAS). The contract with GA-ASI includes a firm order for 11 mission trainers, with the opportunity to deliver up to 50 devices over the next five years.

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Pierce Aerospace, a dual-use aerospace technology firm and global leader in drone Remote Identification technologies, announced that it was awarded a U.S. Navy SeaPort NxG Prime Contract along with teammates Allen Control Systems, Glassboard, HEKA, and InterSpatial Analytics.

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PteroDynamics Inc., an innovator in autonomous vertical takeoff and landing (VTOL) aircraft systems, announced an expansion of its contract with the U.S. Naval Air Warfare Center Aircraft Division (NAWCAD) to design, develop, and demonstrate in a maritime environment the next generation of its Transwing® VTOL unmanned aerial system (UAS).

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EPI, an entity of EDGE Group and the cornerstone of precision engineering in the UAE’s aerospace, oil and gas, and defence industries, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with General Atomics-Systems Integration, an affiliate of General Atomics.

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Senator John Hoeven outlined to Gen. James Slife, Air Force Vice Chief of Staff, opportunities to leverage the Grand Forks region’s expertise in unmanned aerial systems (UAS) to enhance national security and address the increasing risks from the misuse of drone technology.

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In a recent flight test campaign, UAV Navigation-Grupo Oesía and Primoco UAV SE showcased the seamless integration of advanced guidance, navigation, and control technologies with teaming intelligence software. This integration enabled the autonomous and dynamic coordination of multiple Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAVs) in a real-time swarm from a manned aircraft and its potential in manned-unmanned teaming (MUT) missions.

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After three days of flight demonstrations at the Blue UAS Challenge at Marine Corps Air Ground Combat Center 29 Palms, Service evaluators selected 23 platforms and 14 unique components and capabilities for National Defense Authorization Act verification and cyber security review. Over the coming months, as these selections complete the verification process, the Blue UAS List and Blue UAS Framework will expand with new additions.

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Michael Robbins, the President and CEO of the Association for Uncrewed Vehicle Systems International (AUVSI) issued a statement endorsing the Directing Resources for Officers Navigating Emergencies (DRONE) Act of 2025.

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Sentrycs has been awarded a multi-million-dollar contract in Latin America for a national defense project. The project marks a significant milestone as the largest installation of counter-drone systems in the region, demonstrating Sentrycs’ unparalleled technological capabilities in addressing the growing threats posed by drones in high-risk environments.

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Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth directed the Department of the Air Force to pause all planning related to its “Re-Optimization for Great Power Competition” effort—a move that leaves a sweeping plan to transform the Air Force and Space Force in limbo.

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AeroVironment has been awarded a contract by the Danish Defence Acquisition and Logistics Organisation with a contract ceiling value of $181 million to deliver the JUMP® 20 medium uncrewed aircraft system (UAS) to the Danish Armed Forces. This 10-year program of record will equip the Danish Army with JUMP 20 systems to enhance intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance operations.

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The Oklahoma Department of Aerospace and Aeronautics (ODAA) has completed the selection process and executed a contract for the state's first investment in an airspace management system and automatic detect-and-avoid solution to support both drone flights and the rapidly emerging Advanced Air Mobility (AAM) industry.

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Cucuyo and Cavok UAS announced that they have successfully completed the first flight tests of Cucuyo's P-100 airborne laser communication terminal installed on Cavok UAS drones. A total of twelve tests were conducted in Spain to validate the integration of key systems and pave the way for future product development advances.

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AURA Network Systems, a leader in secure and reliable communications solutions for the aviation industry, announced today that it has been awarded a Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Broad Agency Announcement (BAA) contract to demonstrate and validate technologies in support of the safe integration of Uncrewed Aircraft Systems (UAS) into the National Airspace System (NAS).

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ParaZero Technologies Ltd. announced a significant milestone in the advancement of drone operations. A leading drone solutions provider, utilizing ParaZero’s advanced safety technology, has secured a Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) waiver to conduct Beyond Visual Line of Sight (BVLOS) drone operations.

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Slovenian aircraft manufacturer Pipistrel, has successfully completed the first hover flight of its Nuuva V300, a hybrid-electric cargo drone designed for vertical takeoff and landing (VTOL). This milestone underscores Pipistrel’s leadership in electric aviation. Australian sustainable aviation company FlyOnE, is committed to expanding the Slovenian brand’s presence in the APAC region.

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Advexure has partnered with MatrixSpace to enhance its customers' drone operations and perimeter security solutions. The partnership combines Advexure’s deep expertise in complex solution delivery with MatrixSpace’s advanced AI-sensing radar technology, and increases the capabilities Advexure provides to its various public safety, infrastructure and utility customers.

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ZenaTech, Inc. announced that its subsidiaries ZenaDrone and Spider Vision Sensors are collaborating with Taiwan-based certified electronics manufacturer and partner, Suntek Global, to apply for the company’s first Blue UAS (Unmanned Aerial System) certified IQ Nano drone sensor for use by US Defense branches.

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Vertiq announced that its 81-08 G2 Module has been added to the Defense Innovation Unit’s (DIU) Blue UAS Framework list. This milestone marks the first motor and ESC combination to receive such approval, addressing the drone industry’s critical need for a reliable source of high performance propulsion components.

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General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. recently submitted a letter to the new Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) outlining several steps they believe to be instrumental in reformation efforts.

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Unusual Machines announced the launch of the Fat Shark Aura FPV Camera. This high-performance, NDAA-compliant analog camera is designed to meet the demands of FPV drone applications and is available for purchase now.

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Skyway and MatrixSpace announced a strategic partnership to advance the integration of intelligent air traffic management and unmanned aircraft detection systems. This collaboration aims to redefine safety, efficiency, and scalability in the rapidly evolving Advanced Air Mobility (AAM) and unmanned aerial systems (UAS) sectors, setting a new standard for the aerospace navigation industry.

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Trusted by 80% of the top 50 U.S. construction companies and major hyperscale data center owners and operators, DroneDeploy gains nationwide U.S. waiver to remotely deploy and operate automated drones for data center and critical infrastructure projects.

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Elsight announced the launch of HeatSight, a revolutionary signal strength mapping tool which provides reliable data on cellular coverage for more effective and safer UAV flight planning. HeatSight is available to Elsight's AllSight management platform customers.

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Eve Air Mobility has entered into an agreement to explore and advance the use of Vector, Eve’s cutting-edge agnostic Urban ATM (air traffic management) software solution in India. The announcement makes JetSetGo Eve’s 14th Vector customer and its second customer in India, as interest in the Eve’s Vector agnostic urban air traffic management software solution continues to grow globally.

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AURA Network Systems has commended the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) for adopting the Notice of Proposed Rulemaking Facilitating Opportunities for Advanced Air Mobility (AAM). The inclusion of the company’s 450 MHz band for Control Non-Payload Communications (CNPC) services marks a significant step toward the next generation of aviation.

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Redwire Corporation announced that it has signed a definitive agreement to acquire Edge Autonomy, a leading provider of field-proven uncrewed airborne system (“UAS”) technology. Under the terms of the merger agreement, Redwire will acquire Edge Autonomy for $925 million on a debt free, cash free basis and subject to customary working capital, cash and debt adjustments.

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Produced by UAS Magazine, the UAS Summit will provide attendees with a comprehensive overview of the current state of the unmanned aircraft systems industry.

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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.

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Unusual Machines, Inc. announced the release of the Rotor Riot Brave 55A ESC and its addition to the Blue UAS Framework. This product addresses the critical need for non-Chinese, NDAA-compliant components in the U.S. drone industry. Unusual machines now has two drone components placed on the Blue UAS Framework.

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