UAV & Counter-Drone News
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DARPA X-Plane Designed To Maneuver With Just Bursts Of Air Finally Gets Its Wings
Aurora Flight Sciences and DARPA hope to see the X-65 drone fly next year after suffering delays and cost growth. The post DARPA X-Plane Designed To Maneuver With Just Bursts Of Air Finally Gets Its Wings appeared first on TWZ .
FCC Drone Exemption List Offers Clues to Trusted Supplier Requirements
Six months of conditional approvals reveal a broad range of accepted drone applications, while key details of the review process remain undisclosed The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) has granted conditional approval to two additional drone platforms, continuing a steady expansion of…
China’s Export Restrictions on Red Cat Highlight a Bigger Challenge for U.S. Drone Manufacturing
Recent Chinese export controls targeting Red Cat may have limited immediate impact, but they underscore why U.S. drone manufacturers are under pressure to understand every layer of their supply chains. China’s decision to place drone manufacturer Red Cat Holdings and their subsidiary, Teal Drones…
Leonardo et Baykar associent l’avion d’attaque léger M346 au drone de combat collaboratif Kizilelma
Début juin, le gouvernement italien a donné son feu vert à la création d’une coentreprise par le groupe Leonardo et le constructeur turc de drones Baykar… mais sous condition. Ainsi, celle-ci ne devra s’adresser qu’aux alignés sur l’Union européenne et l’Otan et les technologies qu’elle…
Electro Optic Systems secures US$124 million UAE counter-drone order and advances Gen5 laser weapons joint venture
Electro Optic Systems Holdings Limited has secured a US$124 million order for its Slinger Counter-Drone Remote Weapon System.
FAA Modernizes Airspace Management as Demand Grows Across Aviation Sectors
New FAA planning platform aims to improve management of an increasingly complex National Airspace System The Federal Aviation Administration has selected Air Space Intelligence (ASI) to support a major modernization effort designed to improve how the National Airspace System (NAS) handles growing…
Behind Hegseth’s European posture review, plus a big CCA program update
This week on The Break Out, we look at why Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth is reviewing the American troop posture in Europe before we see what’s new in the race to develop a drone wingman for military pilots.
Leonardo and Baykar complete test flights for manned-unmanned teaming
“The programme is aimed at designing and developing interoperability between crewed and uncrewed aircraft,” the companies said.
Frustrating Israel, fiber-optic killer drone technology has arrived in southern Lebanon
Analysts believe that any military engaged in conflict will, in one form or another, encounter technologies first seen in Ukraine.
Frustrating Israel, fiber-optic killer drone technology has arrived in southern Lebanon
Analysts believe that any military engaged in conflict will, in one form or another, encounter technologies first seen in Ukraine.
La Direction générale de l’armement s’intéresse au drone tactique d’aérocombat S301, développé par Schiebel et Thales
Dans un entretien accordé à La Tribune, en marge du salon de l’armement aéroterrestre EuroSatory 26, le chef d’état-major de l’armée de Terre [CEMAT], le général Pierre Schill, a réaffirmé que l’hélicoptère, qu’il soit de manœuvre ou d’attaque, demeurera essentiel au combat de haute intensité. Et…
7,000 Dutch troops practice stopping Russian-style invasion
Dutch soldiers are training with anti-drone tunnels, the netted covered routes first developed by Ukrainian forces to shield vehicles from kamikaze drone strikes, after the Netherlands became one of the first NATO armies to integrate Ukrainian battlefield lessons directly into its largest military…
Le ministère des Armées commande 5 000 drones DELCO supplémentaires auprès du français Harmattan AI
En juillet 2025, six mois après l’expression d’un besoin par l’armée de Terre en vue de l’exercice interarmées Orion 26, la Direction générale de l’armement [DGA] fit savoir qu’elle venait de commander 1 000 drones d’entraînement «Sonora» auprès de l’entreprise française Harmattan AI, à l’issue…
DroneShield invites industry collaborations for its supply chain campaign in Poland
DroneShield has launched a strategic supply chain campaign in Poland, which the company says is “aimed at strengthening local industry engagement and supporting the delivery
China “develops man-portable C-UAS laser”
Chinese defence tech company, Harbin Xinguang Optic-Electronics Technology has presented a man-portable counter-drone laser at an industry exhibition in Beijing. According to an article in
Cheap drones are beating Russia’s billion-dollar air defenses
Cheap, mass-produced Ukrainian long-range one-way attack drones are breaking through one of the most expensive air defense networks ever assembled, with a 20 to 30 percent penetration rate that is proving sufficient to systematically dismantle Russia’s oil refining industry and degrade its…
M-tron receives follow-on order to support US C-UAS radar programmes
M-tron Industries Inc. has received a follow-on order for USD 6.8 million from a US Department of Defense contractor in support of several counter-uncrewed aerial
Ondas announces USD40M in new orders
Ondas Inc. has announced that it has secured more than USD 40 million in aggregate new orders during June for autonomous defence systems, including counter-uncrewed
Eurosatory 2026: Wartime iteration gives Ukraine an edge as future UAV exporter
As industrial-scale drone production proves its battlefield worth in Ukraine, what happens to that production capacity and knowhow once the guns fall silent – and is Ukraine about to become one of the world’s most credible UAV export partners?
Naval Research Laboratory demonstrates dual-use laser for C-UAS and power beaming
US Naval Research Laboratory (NRL) scientists have successfully demonstrated a dual-use laser system capable of wirelessly transmitting power over long distances and rapidly transitioning to
This AI-Powered Shield Is Built for the Age of FPV Drones and Swarms
The growing variety of drone threats is creating a new challenge for air-defense operators. Modern battlefields can include everything from commercial quadcopters and first-person-view drones to autonomous swarms and larger unmanned aircraft. Detecting, identifying, tracking, and responding to…
A New Robot Submarine Built for Stealth Strike Missions
As unmanned systems expand across air and land domains, underwater autonomy is becoming an increasingly important area of military development. Traditional submarines remain highly effective but are costly to operate and require trained crews for long-duration missions. At the same time, naval…
Turkey’s ‘Fighter Drone’ Teamed With M-346 Fighter-Trainer In Autonomy Trials
The demonstrations put Turkey among a small group flight-testing advanced crewed-uncrewed teaming as air forces race to field collaborative combat aircraft. The post Turkey’s ‘Fighter Drone’ Teamed With M-346 Fighter-Trainer In Autonomy Trials appeared first on TWZ .
Capacity is the new capability
[Sponsored] Production speed is combat power, and industry must meet today’s threats while accelerating and adapting capabilities to keep the edge.
Otan : Le Parlement finlandais a levé l’interdiction totale des armes nucléaires
Fin mai, après la Suède, en signant l’arrangement dit de Narvik, la Norvège a fini par souscrire au concept de dissuasion avancée que le président Macron avait défini lors d’un discours prononcé à l’Île-Longue, quelques semaines plus tôt. Pour rappel, il ne s’agit nullement de «partager» l’arsenal…
US Army tests autonomous boats during Philippine exercise
Autonomous boats helped escort a U.S. Army vessel during a military exercise, in a demonstration of how uncrewed assets are changing maritime operations.
SPH Engineering and Vets to Drones Partner to Expand Career Paths for Military Veterans
New training initiative focuses on advanced flight planning skills for surveying, mapping, and inspection work The commercial drone industry continues to face a demand for skilled operators who can manage complex missions. A new partnership between SPH Engineering and Vets to Drones aims to help…
U.S. Marines get unmanned ship-killer missiles in Okinawa
The U.S. Marines stationed on Okinawa, Japan, can now sink enemy warships from land and shoot down drones from the back of a truck, after the 12th Marine Littoral Regiment formally received both the Navy-Marine Expeditionary Ship Interdiction System and the Marine Air Defense Integrated System in…
Eurosatory 2026: Pearson Engineering to send AI mine detecting systems into Ukraine
Pearson Engineering’s Threat-Sense system is designed to use imaging from drones to geolocate scattered mines and support uncrewed systems in defeating the threats.
FAA Clarifies World Cup Drone Restrictions, Creates Path for Authorized Flights
Commercial Drone Alliance says Part 107 and Part 135 operators now have a path to request approval The FAA is updating FIFA World Cup 2026 Temporary Flight Restriction NOTAMs to clarify that some drone operations may be allowed inside restricted airspace with authorization from the Department of…
Drone Scoreboard Debuts Above Seattle World Cup Match
SkyElements displays first drone scoreboard at World Cup By DRONELIFE Features Editor Jim Magill As World Cup fever grips the U.S., fans in Seattle are being treated to a new way to share in the excitement, with the final scores of the matches played there displayed in lights, as part of a drone…
Le Canada fait l’acquisition d’un radar transhorizon auprès de l’Australie pour renforcer la défense de l’Arctique
Pour surveiller les approches maritimes et aériennes situées entre le sud des îles Cocos [océan Indien] et le nord-est de la Papouasie-Nouvelle-Guinée [mer de Bismarck comprise], les forces de défense australiennes exploitent le réseau de radars trans-horizon bistatiques JORN [pour Jindalee…
Automation vs autonomy: What will shape the future of battlefield drones?
[Sponsored] While humans must stay in the loop for kinetic decisions, empowering drones to operate autonomously is a force multiplier.
Drone Operators Can Now Carry Their Entire Control Station on Their Vest
First-person-view (FPV) drones have become increasingly important for reconnaissance and strike missions, but controlling them often requires bulky ground equipment. Traditional ground control stations can involve separate cases, large antenna assemblies, or vehicle-mounted setups that limit…
Hypercraft and Fortem team up on uncrewed C-UAS vehicle
Hypercraft will integrate Fortem’s TrueView radar and tactical mitigation systems directly onto its recently launched Razorback hybrid uncrewed ground vehicle (UGV). The collaboration introduces a
Ukrainian-Estonian team to create mobile robotic drone defence systems
Frontline Robotics of Ukraine and Milrem Robotics of Estonia signed a Memorandum of Understanding at Eurosatory 2026 last week, creating a framework for deeper collaboration
Grupo Oesia and Shield AI sign Hivemind agreement
Shield AI has signed a strategic integration partnership with Spain’s UAV Navigation-Grupo Oesía, which specialises in guidance, navigation and control systems for uncrewed aerial systems
EOS inks UAE counter-drone deal and plans HELW joint venture
EOS has secured a USD 124 million order for its Slinger Counter-Drone Remote Weapon System (RWS), to be supplied to Generation 5 Holding L.L.C (Gen5).
Netherlands joins US marketplace for UAS and C-UAS
The Netherlands plans to participate in a US virtual and centralised platform offering drones and anti-drone systems. The platform currently has eight international participants. The
Combating FPV Drones with a Standard Assault Rifle: Fiocchi and CSG Unveil a New Generation of Anti-Drone Ammunition
The widespread deployment of FPV drones is changing the nature of the battlefield and forcing armies to find new ways to protect their soldiers. The Italian company Fiocchi, part of the CSG Group, has therefore developed special anti-drone ammunition designed for standard assault rifles.
L’Arme Blindée Cavalerie pourrait renouer avec les blindés médians chenillés pour «percer» les lignes ennemies
Avec l’omniprésence des drones, la généralisation de l’intelligence artificielle [IA], la précision des feux dans la profondeur et l’accélération de la prise de décision due à l’importance prise par la connectivité en matière de commandement et de contrôle [C2], le champ de bataille est désormais…
Drone vs. Drone: A New Layer of Battlefield Protection
The drone threat continues to evolve at a rapid pace. Explosive drones and loitering munitions have become some of the most significant threats facing ground forces, particularly during maneuver operations. While conventional air defense systems are capable of engaging larger threats, maneuvering…
Pentagon Confirms AI Role in Iran Operations
As the volume of information flowing into military headquarters continues to grow, decision-making becomes increasingly complex. Satellites, drones, reconnaissance aircraft, intelligence systems, and other sources generate vast amounts of real-time data. For modern militaries, the challenge is no…
RC-135 Rivet Joints Could Control Drones To Drastically Expand Collection Capabilities
Teaming with drones could be a path to new operational possibilities for the Rivet Joint, and other developments are on the horizon. The post RC-135 Rivet Joints Could Control Drones To Drastically Expand Collection Capabilities appeared first on TWZ .
Army’s Newest Unit Aims To “Overwhelm” Adversary With Drones In Pacific Fight
The new 7th Infantry Division Multi-Domain Command – Pacific will meld drone warfare with the maneuver capabilities of Stryker brigades. The post Army’s Newest Unit Aims To “Overwhelm” Adversary With Drones In Pacific Fight appeared first on TWZ .
Eurosatory 2026: Locally produced loitering munition destined for UAE Navy, says MBDA
The contract signed between MBDA and Fly-R will see diamond-shaped loitering munitions developed and prepared in the UAE. How does this move fit into wider market trends in the region?
More Than 50 Drones Seized Near World Cup Events
Federal officials warn that careless drone operators can face fines, charges, and confiscated aircraft More than 50 drones have been seized near FIFA World Cup events in the United States since the tournament began, according to federal officials. The reports suggest that the largest current drone…
Beyond the Primes: Drone Dominance’s First Order Highlights a New Generation of Defense Drone Manufacturers
As the Pentagon’s Drone Dominance Program moves from competition to procurement, emerging drone companies are taking center stage The Department of War announced this week that its Drone Dominance Program has received its first order and launched Gauntlet II, marking a new phase for an initiative…
Fort Worth Takes a Vendor-Neutral Approach to Building Its DFR Program
Fort Worth PD ‘test drives’ vendors’ DFR systems By DRONELIFE Features Editor Jim Magill As police departments across the country are increasingly adding drones as first responder programs to their arsenal of law enforcement tools, each agency has to make decisions as to what set of DFR systems…
Japan joins the global craze to field interceptor drones
The interceptor drone systems are expected to be installed by 2027 near radar sites, bases, vessels and other critical locations, the agency stated.
Japan joins the global craze to field interceptor drones
The interceptor drone systems are expected to be installed by 2027 near radar sites, bases, vessels and other critical locations, the agency stated.
Eurosatory 2026: Schiebel’s frigate-first strategy indicates a shift in UAV competition
Schiebel is pursuing opportunities in the UK and France while leveraging its integration with Naval Group’s FDI frigate programme to create new naval business across Europe.
Eurosatory 2026: GDELS and Thales combine proven tech to create reduced-risk CUAS
Both Thales and GDELS shone a spotlight on their uncrewed and counter-drone efforts at Eurosatory 2026, highlighting the integration of mature technologies with stable C2 systems that are open to agnostic additions and expansion.
Extraordinary Footage From Moscow Under Heavy Ukrainian Aerial Attack
Ukraine's large-scale strike on Moscow, triggering massive explosions and fires, may indicate a new phase in the long-range air war. The post Extraordinary Footage From Moscow Under Heavy Ukrainian Aerial Attack appeared first on TWZ .
US Air Force awards first CCA production contracts to General Atomics, Anduril
The U.S. Air Force has cleared its first Collaborative Combat Aircraft to enter production.
MQ-9 Getting Airborne Early Warning Radar Is A Huge Deal
Radar pod-toting MQ-9s present an economical and highly-flexible persistent airborne early warning solution that is needed now more than ever. The post MQ-9 Getting Airborne Early Warning Radar Is A Huge Deal appeared first on TWZ .
Taiwan’s Green UAS Milestone Highlights a Potential Path for Trusted Foreign Drone Suppliers
New assessment partnership could help allied manufacturers access the U.S. market while supporting trusted supply chain goals As the United States works to reduce dependence on Chinese drone manufacturers, a new partnership between Taiwan and AUVSI’s Green UAS program may offer a model for how…
Ukraine attacks the Moscow region
Ukrainian forces launched a massive drone strike on a refinery in Moscow and other targets in the Moscow region.
USAF Orders Both General Atomics’ FQ-42 And Anduril’s FQ-44 Into Production
Buying both Collaborative Combat Aircraft designs instead of just selecting one has a number of big advantages to what is still a high-risk program. The post USAF Orders Both General Atomics’ FQ-42 And Anduril’s FQ-44 Into Production appeared first on TWZ .
Poland weighs joining X-BAT autonomous vertical-takeoff fighter program
The announcement comes as the Polish government is mulling plans to acquire up to 32 new fighter jets.
Alleged Plot On White House UFC Fight Puts Drone Threat In The Spotlight
Whether those arrested could have feasibly pulled off such a complex attack is unknown, the threat is very real and growing. The post Alleged Plot On White House UFC Fight Puts Drone Threat In The Spotlight appeared first on TWZ .
Renault teams up with Thales to boost France’s drone production
The carmaker will build Thales’ Toutatis remotely operated loitering munitions at one of its factories, with estimated production of 1,000 units a month.
Renault teams up with Thales to boost France’s drone production
The carmaker will build Thales’ Toutatis remotely operated loitering munitions at one of its factories, with estimated production of 1,000 units a month.
China’s Big R6000 Tiltrotor Drone Has Entered Full Flight Testing
New footage confirms the R6000 uncrewed tiltrotor has moved on from tethered hover trials. The post China’s Big R6000 Tiltrotor Drone Has Entered Full Flight Testing appeared first on TWZ .
As Europe rearms, ‘wingman’ aircraft take center stage
European and U.S. defense forces are rapidly developing their own AI-powered drones to complement their fighter jets and carry extra battlefield tech.
As Europe rearms, ‘wingman’ aircraft take center stage
European and U.S. defense forces are rapidly developing their own AI-powered drones to complement their fighter jets and carry extra battlefield tech.
Rheinmetall pitches shipping container that can spit out swarms of attack drones
One container can hold 18 of the company’s FV-014 munitions, meant to plop out of the container by way of rocket-assisted start.
Rising Demand for Directed Energy C-UAS as Drone Threat Spreads Beyond Battlefield
A recent decision by the Pentagon to deploy high-energy laser and high-powered microwave counter-drone weapon systems to five U.S. military bases by the end of the year is a major …
Ukraine’s demand for tiny drone laser-targeting systems spurs new product launches
Companies rush to miniaturize the technology for marking targets on the battlefield, making it suitable to ride on small unmanned aerial vehicles.
Ukraine’s demand for tiny drone laser-targeting systems spurs new product launches
Companies rush to miniaturize the technology for marking targets on the battlefield, making it suitable to ride on small unmanned aerial vehicles.
Coast Guard is providing key counter-drone defense for World Cup
The U.S. Coast Guard is using specialized C-UAS to defend no-fly zones above World Cup games and other domestic events.
The IP Extraction: Why Washington is Bypassing Ukraine’s Drone Deal
Ukrainian enterprise drones demonstrated to Volodymyr Zelenskyy and Friedrich Merz. Source: The Presidential Office of Ukraine Ukraine is establishing a larger presence in the drone market, as it has initiated …
French army shows Leclerc tank with once-mocked anti-drone cage
Once derided as primitive, roof-mounted armor variants have been adopted by both Russian and Ukrainian forces as drone threats proliferate.
US Army commissions second cohort of tech executives into innovation unit
This week, the Army added three more technology executives to Detachment 201, a unit intended to bridge the gap between the commercial sector and military.
‘They got very lucky,’ Trump says of downed Apache helicopter’s crew
After a U.S. Army Apache helicopter was downed by an Iranian drone, President Donald Trump said the rescued aviators “got very lucky.”
Safeguarding the World Cup: The Critical Role of Counter-Drone Systems
The Tournament & The Task Beginning June 11, 2026, millions of fans from around the world will travel to 16 North American cities across the United States, Mexico, and Canada …
The US usually sells weapons to Taiwan – with drones, expect the reverse
Taiwan's biggest appeal is the lack of China in the manufacturing supply chain, one analyst said.
The US usually sells weapons to Taiwan – with drones, expect the reverse
Taiwan's biggest appeal is the lack of China in the manufacturing supply chain, one analyst said.