Lockheed Martin, using technologies from Red Hat, is creating swarms that can detect and respond to emerging threats in real-time with an open architecture approach that allows the best of commercial, defense, and non-traditional suppliers to build game-changing solutions into the system as new technologies become available.
The Defense Department is accepting applications for the fiscal year 2026 Immersive Commercial Acquisition Program Fellowship — a highly competitive 12-month program designed to deliver a group of contracting professionals proficient in commercial acquisition.
Quantum Systems announced the market launch of MOSAIC UXS, a software suite that transforms how military and security organizations command and control unmanned systems of different vendors across multiple domains.
The United Kingdom’s Ministry of Defence has signed a support and sustainment contract with General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI) for logistics and maintenance of the Protector RG Mk1 Remotely Piloted Aircraft (RPA) system.
Vigilant Aerospace Systems, Inc. has been selected by the U.S. Air Force as a new vendor on the $46 billion Enterprise-Wide Agile Acquisition Contract, or EWAAC IDIQ.
The Oregon UAS Accelerator announced four breakthrough companies selected for its prestigious Summer 2025 cohort, representing cutting-edge solutions poised to revolutionize industries from emergency response to critical mineral exploration.
Motorola Solutions (NYSE: MSI) announced it has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire Silvus Technologies, Inc. (“Silvus”) for $4.4 billion in up-front consideration. Silvus designs and develops software-defined high-speed mobile ad-hoc network technology that enables highly secure data, video and voice communications without the need for fixed infrastructure.
Aloft Technologies, a leading provider of uncrewed aircraft systems (UAS) fleet and airspace management solutions, and uAvionix, a pioneer in command, navigation and surveillance systems for UAS, today announced the integration of uAvionix’s FlightLine ADS-B surveillance network and Casia G ground-based optical detect-and-avoid (DAA) system into Aloft’s Air Boss platform for enterprise UAS Traffic Management (UTM).
Aerospace technology provider Sagetech Avionics has selected AI sensing system innovator MatrixSpace to support its advanced airspace solutions. Sagetech Avionics empowers safe flight in crewed and uncrewed aircraft with certifiable situational awareness solutions, serving military, public and commercial organizations.
The Association for Uncrewed Vehicle Systems International (AUVSI) announced the launch of the Trusted UMS Operator Program, a groundbreaking initiative designed to establish standardized training and certification for operators of uncrewed maritime systems (UMS) in both commercial and defense missions.
uAvionix, a leader in low-SWaP aviation-grade communications and surveillance technologies for Uncrewed Aircraft Systems (UAS), announced a significant software update to its muLTElink product family, enabling advanced link management for assured Command and Control (C2) and payload during UAS operations.
At XPONENTIAL 2025, the Association for Uncrewed Vehicle Systems International (AUVSI) announced the election of new leaders and members to its Board of Directors. The incoming Board represents a cross-section of experienced industry voices who will help guide AUVSI’s strategic priorities and strengthen its role as the leading advocate for uncrewed and autonomous systems innovation.
General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI) has moved into the ground testing phase of development on the YFQ-42A production-representative test vehicle for the Collaborative Combat Aircraft (CCA) program in preparation for its planned first flight later this summer. Ground testing began May 7.
C-Astral Aerospace and Auterion announced their collaboration at AUVSI Xponential 2025. This partnership showcases the Red Dot: Best of the Best Design Award-winning SQA2 eVTOL blended wing body UAS, enhanced by Auterion’s trusted software platform for robotics and autonomous systems, alongside a revolutionary high-speed, radar-invisible MWT (Medi Wing Tactical) delivery drone.
Pierce Aerospace announced that it has executed a memorandum of understanding with MITRE to advance research and the state of the art of unmanned aircraft system (UAS) remote identification. The new collaboration between Pierce Aerospace and MITRE will see Pierce Aerospace’s Remote ID sensors installed at the MITRE National Range for remote identification and UAS-related research purposes.
MatrixSpace, a leader in AI-enhanced radar sensing technology, announced that MatrixSpace 360 Radar is using Dell Technologies AI-powered edge computing to enhance its radar sensor solutions.
The Federal Aviation Administration’s two proposed rules – Beyond Visual Line of Sight Operations (BVLOS) and restricting UAS operations at a fixed site facility – were recently submitted to the Office of Information and Regulatory Affairs, which is a key step towards making these regulatory improvements a reality.
WarrenUAS has registered another major win for their program with word this week that the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has granted the WarrenUAS program permission to operate larger (above 55 pounds) UAS in the National Airspace, as well as the ability to train students operators to fly such aircraft.
Leadership at the University of North Dakota and the Space Development Agency officially signed an Educational Partnership Agreement, showcasing the pivotal role the university and Grand Forks play in space development and the security of the nation.
Amniscient, a B2B SaaS company revolutionizing computer vision AI, announced the official launch of AmniSphere, a computer vision AI platform designed to help businesses harness the power of AI without complexity. It provides companies of all sizes and various industries a platform to create and deploy custom computer vision models in days and with 99.9% accuracy in visual intelligence, enhancing production and efficiencies.
The Association for Uncrewed Vehicle Systems International (AUVSI) applauds the Federal Aviation Association and the Department of Transportation for unveiling their plan for a modernized air traffic control system.
uAvionix Launches skyAlert: Wearable Aircraft Alerting Device for UAS Operators and Visual Observers
uAvionix announced the release of skyAlert, a portable, wearable ADS-B receiver specifically designed for professional Uncrewed Aircraft Systems (UAS) operators and their supporting visual observers. By audibly alerting users whenever an ADS-B equipped aircraft enters a user-configurable proximity zone, skyAlert significantly increases situational awareness and safety.
The Association for Uncrewed Vehicle Systems International (AUVSI) strongly supports the House Select Committee on the Chinese Communist Party’s request of federal agencies to open an investigation into Unitree Robotics.
Northrop Grumman Corporation successfully completed two test flights of its Advanced Hypersonic Technology Inertial Measurement Unit at hypersonic speed, leveraging Stratolaunch’s reusable hypersonic airplane, Talon-A.
Stratolaunch announced the successful completion of its second hypersonic flight and recovery with the Talon-A2 fully autonomous vehicle in March 2025. It also shared that this significant accomplishment followed the successful first hypersonic flight of Talon-A2 in December 2024 confirming the demonstrated reusability of the vehicle.
FlyAlchemy announced a new reseller agreement with Skyfront. This partnership authorizes FlyAlchemy to sell Skyfront’s Perimeter 8–based drone platform and MagniPhy airborne magnetometer solutions and integrate them with FlyAlchemy’s proven commercial workflows, comprehensive training, and expert consulting.
DAF Begins Ground Testing for Collaborative Combat Aircraft, Selects Beale AFB as Preferred Location
The Department of the Air Force (DAF) has begun ground testing for the Collaborative Combat Aircraft program, marking a major milestone in its effort to integrate autonomous systems into the future force.
UAS Magazine, with support from the Grand Forks Chamber of Commerce, announced this week the launch of a seven-part national webinar series highlighting North Dakota’s rising influence in Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS), defense innovation, and aerospace research and development.
Zing Drone Solutions, an innovative leader in aerial security technology, revealed that it secured the $100,000 grand prize at the Proven in Pendleton Counter-UAS Challenge, organized by the Oregon UAS Accelerator.
General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI) delivered an MQ-9A Reaper® Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) to the U.S. Marine Corps (USMC). The new MQ-9A Block 5 Extended Range (ER) UAS was delivered on April 22, 2025, and will be operated by Marine Operational Test and Evaluation Squadron 1 (VMX-1), a USMC operational test squadron based at Marine Corps Air Station, Yuma, Arizona.
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