AUSA 2024: Quantum-Systems targets big 2025 with UAS developments
Quantum-Systems has been upgrading its UAS family, with new versions of the Vector, Reliant and Twister drones set for release throughout 2025.
UAV Solutions launched its new Phoenix 15 micro UAS during a simulated law enforcement operation demonstration on 20 October, the company has confirmed.
During the ‘Patriot Games’ testing at the Historic Armory, Pennsylvania National Guard Headquarters, Philadelphia, the system provided live streaming video of simulated police encounters during the law enforcement games.
The VTOL UAV weighs some 5lb and can be deployed in minutes and boasts an endurance of five minutes, according to the company. The UAS consists of an EO-equipped aircraft, an IR-equipped aircraft and a tablet-based GCS, which all fit into a backpack.
An undisclosed military
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Quantum-Systems has been upgrading its UAS family, with new versions of the Vector, Reliant and Twister drones set for release throughout 2025.
The service has been using a Directed Requirement (DR) approach to speed up the deployment of a Medium Range Reconnaissance capability.
AeroVironment’s portfolio will grow thanks to the eVTOL P550 aimed at battalion-level tactical forces.
The Royal Australian Air Force is advancing its unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) capabilities across three key programmes as it works with the likes of Boeing and Northrop Grumman to reshape Australia’s defence strategy.
Prototypes from Griffon Aerospace and Textron Systems recently passed through MOSA conformance trials and flight tests.
Funds for the second phase of this effort will be allocated in the US Department of Defense (DoD) FY2026 budget request.