Category Archives: UAV

FLIGHT ADVISORY – GPS Interference Testing – Fort Benning, GA

Posted on Thursday, 7 August, 2025 by twobirdsflyingpub

u​ FLIGHT ADVISORY – GPS Interference Testing – Fort Benning, GANotice Number: NOTC4549 FLIGHT ADVISORY GPS INTERFERENCE TESTING FORT BENNING GEORGIA (FTBNGA) 25-60 11 – 22 August Fort Benning, GA Centered at    322350N0845143W  or the LGC155043 The entire flight advisory … Continue reading →

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FAA: Notice of proposed rulemaking (NPRM) FAA Part 108

Posted on Wednesday, 6 August, 2025 by twobirdsflyingpub

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is actively working to integrate Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS), commonly known as drones, into the National Airspace System (NAS). This complex undertaking aims to allow drones to operate safely alongside traditional manned aircraft, unlocking their … Continue reading →

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Denmark Buys Four MQ-9B SkyGuardians from GA-ASI

Posted on Thursday, 24 July, 2025 by twobirdsflyingpub

DENMARK BUYS FOUR MQ-9B SKYGUARDIANS® FROM GA-ASI NSPA Supports Denmark and European Countries in MQ-9B Acquisition and Sustainment SAN DIEGO – 23 July 2025 – Denmark and the NATO Support and Procurement Agency (NSPA) have announced the procurement of four … Continue reading →

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Lightweight Interceptor Drone Promises Fast UAV Neutralization Without Explosives

Posted on Monday, 21 July, 2025 by twobirdsflyingpub

Lightweight Interceptor Drone Promises Fast UAV Neutralization Without Explosives Jul 18, 2025 (Source: iHLS) Representational image of a UAS. This post is also available in: עברית (Hebrew) A new drone interceptor has been unveiled that aims to counter hostile UAVs … Continue reading →

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Belgian Aircrew Completes MQ-9B Training

Posted on Friday, 18 July, 2025 by twobirdsflyingpub

BELGIAN AIRCREW COMPLETES MQ-9B TRAINING GA-ASI’s MQ-9B SkyGuardian® Training Was Conducted at Multiple Sites,Including Flight Test & Training Center and Desert Horizon SAN DIEGO – 17 July 2025 – The first Belgian aircrew has completed training to operate the world’s … Continue reading →

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Latest GA Autonomous Jet Demo Features Live Air-to-Air Engagement Capability

Posted on Friday, 18 July, 2025 by twobirdsflyingpub

LATEST GA AUTONOMOUS JET DEMO FEATURES LIVE AIR-TO-AIR ENGAGEMENT CAPABILITY Autonomous Tasking With TacACE and Optix.C2 Showcase Maturity and Operational Readiness SAN DIEGO – 17 July 2025 – General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI) and General Atomics Integrated Intelligence, Inc. … Continue reading →

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A New Transatlantic Partnership for European CCA

Posted on Friday, 18 July, 2025 by twobirdsflyingpub

A NEW TRANSATLANTIC PARTNERSHIP FOR EUROPEAN CCA General Atomics announces plans for rapid international uncrewed fighter development RAF FAIRFORD, UK – 17 July 2025 – General Atomics is taking a bold step toward rapidly delivering a European Collaborative Combat Aircraft … Continue reading →

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XQ-67A Demonstrates Autonomy and Datalink Interoperability During High Desert Flight Test

Posted on Thursday, 17 July, 2025 by twobirdsflyingpub

XQ-67A DEMONSTRATES AUTONOMY AND DATALINK INTEROPERABILITY DURING HIGH DESERT FLIGHT TEST HIGH DESERT TEST RANGE, Calif. – 16 July 2025 – AFRL’s XQ-67A, a second-generation Autonomous Collaborative Platform (ACP), successfully demonstrated integration of government reference autonomy during a recent flight … Continue reading →

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GA-ASI – Changing the Game Once Again

Posted on Tuesday, 15 July, 2025 by twobirdsflyingpub

GA-ASI: Displaying the Future of UAS at RIAT25 At this year’s Royal International Air Tattoo (RIAT), General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI) is presenting its vision for the future of unmanned aviation — one that’s already taking shape today. From … Continue reading →

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FLIGHT ADVISORY – GPS Interference Testing

Posted on Friday, 4 July, 2025 by twobirdsflyingpub

FLIGHT ADVISORY – GPS Interference Testing – Avon Park, FLNotice Number: NOTC4497 FLIGHT ADVISORY GPS INTERFERENCE TESTING AVON PARK FLORDIA (AVPKFL) 25-01 08 July – 08 August Avon Park, FL Centered at 273858N0812035W the LAL118041 The entire flight advisory may … Continue reading →

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Ukraine Unveils New Drone to Intercept Shahed UAVs

Posted on Thursday, 3 July, 2025 by twobirdsflyingpub

Ukraine Unveils New Drone to Intercept Shahed UAVs (Source iHLS) Jul 1, 2025 This post is also available in: עברית (Hebrew) Ukraine has developed a new unmanned aerial system (UAS) designed to counter the growing threat of Iranian Shahed UAVs, … Continue reading →

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VIP Movement Notification – Ochopee, FL

Posted on Monday, 30 June, 2025 by twobirdsflyingpub

VIP Movement Notification – Ochopee, FLNotice Number: NOTC4488 1 JUL, 2025 Ochopee, FL 30/10 NMR; SFC –17,999 MSL Specific instructions and restrictions are available at http://tfr.faa.gov once the NOTAM has been issued. *Depicted TFR data may not be a complete … Continue reading →

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VIP Movement Notification – Palm Beach, FL

Posted on Monday, 30 June, 2025 by twobirdsflyingpub

VIP Movement Notification – Palm Beach, FLNotice Number: NOTC4489 1 JUL, 2025 Palm Beach, FL 30/10 NMR; SFC –17,999 MSL Specific instructions and restrictions are available at http://tfr.faa.gov once the NOTAM has been issued. *Depicted TFR data may not be … Continue reading →

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GA-ASI Announces Investment in Dutch Technology Innovator Arceon

Posted on Monday, 30 June, 2025 by twobirdsflyingpub

GA-ASI ANNOUNCES INVESTMENT IN DUTCH TECHNOLOGY INNOVATOR ARCEON Selection Follows Successful Pitch During Blue Magic Netherlands Event SAN DIEGO – 26 June 2025 – General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI) announces an investment in another Dutch business, Arceon, following the … Continue reading →

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GA-ASI Teams With Nominal for Enterprise Software

Posted on Monday, 30 June, 2025 by twobirdsflyingpub

GA-ASI TEAMS WITH NOMINAL FOR ENTERPRISE SOFTWARE SAN DIEGO – 27 June 2025 – General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI), the world leader in unmanned aircraft systems (UAS), announces a new partnership with Nominal Inc. to implement an enterprise software … Continue reading →

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Just Launched: Premium Case for DJI Mavic Series

Posted on Monday, 30 June, 2025 by twobirdsflyingpub

New Release: The Ultimate Case for Drone Professionals Whether you’re a hobbyist or commercial drone operator, why settle for less than military-grade protection for your UAV and accessories? For over nine decades, Zarges Cases have been protecting what matters most, … Continue reading →

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UK MOD Signs Protector Support Contract with GA-ASI

Posted on Tuesday, 10 June, 2025 by twobirdsflyingpub

UK MOD SIGNS PROTECTOR SUPPORT CONTRACT WITH GA-ASI SAN DIEGO – 09 June 2025 – 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 … Continue reading →

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GA-ASI Team Members Receive AIAA San Diego Section Awards

Posted on Friday, 30 May, 2025 by twobirdsflyingpub

GA-ASI TEAM MEMBERS RECEIVE AIAA SAN DIEGO SECTION AWARDS SAN DIEGO – 29 May 2025 – General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI) is thrilled to salute its team members who were recognized by the San Diego section of the American … Continue reading →

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Aloft Partners with UAS Sentry for Real-Time Drone Detection

Posted on Wednesday, 21 May, 2025 by twobirdsflyingpub

Aloft Partners with UAS Sentry for Real-Time Drone Detection At Aloft, our mission is to deliver the most comprehensive, secure, and operationally-ready airspace management platform for public safety and enterprise UAS operations. Today, we’re proud to announce a new partnership … Continue reading →

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Small Drones are a Rising Threat to Large Tanks, Changing the Battlefield

Posted on Tuesday, 20 May, 2025 by twobirdsflyingpub

Small Drones are a Rising Threat to Large Tanks, Changing the Battlefield May 16, 2025 (Source: iHLS) This post is also available in: עברית (Hebrew) In recent times, small, inexpensive, commercially available drones have become some of the deadliest pieces … Continue reading →

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GA-ASI Moves Into Ground Testing of New YFQ-42A CCA

Posted on Tuesday, 20 May, 2025 by twobirdsflyingpub

GA-ASI MOVES INTO GROUND TESTING OF NEW YFQ-42A CCA SAN DIEGO – 19 May 2025 – General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI) is pleased to move into the ground testing phase of development on the YFQ-42A production-representative test vehicle for … Continue reading →

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GA Integrates Software for USMC Common Intelligence Picture WTI Course

Posted on Tuesday, 20 May, 2025 by twobirdsflyingpub

GA INTEGRATES OPTIX SOFTWARE FOR USMC COMMON INTELLIGENCE PICTURE WTI COURSE SAN DIEGO – 19 May 2025 – General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI) has successfully integrated the advanced Optix software—developed by General Atomics Integrated Intelligence, Inc. (GA-i3)—into the U.S. … Continue reading →

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FLIGHT ADVISORY – GPS Interference Testing – Pinto Island, AL"

Posted on Thursday, 15 May, 2025 by twobirdsflyingpub

FLIGHT ADVISORY – GPS Interference Testing – Pinto Island, ALNotice Number: NOTC4412 FLIGHT ADVISORYGPS INTERFERENCE TESTING GULF AREA FREQUENCY COORDINATORALABAMA (GAFCAL) 25-03 (REVISION 1) 17 May – 03 JunePinto Island, AL Centered at  304015N0880117W or the SJI096018 The entire flight … Continue reading →

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Flare Bright: GPS-Free Drone Navigation Solutions

Posted on Tuesday, 13 May, 2025 by twobirdsflyingpub

Flare Bright: GPS-Free Drone Navigation Solutions Tactera is Flare Bright’s high accuracy, strike-grade absolute navigation system. In keeping with our already established GPS-free navigation offerings, Tactera provides exceptional navigational accuracy with small, light off-the-shelf components plus our advanced software. This … Continue reading →

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UK Certifies Protector As First of Its Kind Remotely Piloted Aircraft

Posted on Friday, 9 May, 2025 by twobirdsflyingpub

UK CERTIFIES PROTECTOR AS FIRST OF ITS KIND REMOTELY PILOTED AIRCRAFT SAN DIEGO – 08 May 2025 – The UK’s Military Aviation Authority has issued a Military Type Certificate to the Royal Air Force’s Protector RG Mk1 uncrewed aircraft, also … Continue reading →

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DAY 2 Of SOF WEEK 2025

Posted on Thursday, 8 May, 2025 by twobirdsflyingpub

Sig Sauer’s Weaponized Drone SIG SAUER’s foray into weaponized drone technology likely hinges on a combination of SIG’s expertise in firearms and emerging capabilities in unmanned aerial systems. Their approach involves integrating a highly stabilized small unmanned aerial vehicle (SUAV) … Continue reading →

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Helix Defense Launches with STING: A Game-changer in Last-Mile Counter-Drone Defense

Posted on Tuesday, 6 May, 2025 by twobirdsflyingpub

  Helix Defense Launches with STING: A Game-changer in Last-Mile Counter-Drone Defense Tampa, FL — May 5, 2025 — A new player has entered the tactical defense market. Helix DefenseTM today announced its official launch, unveiling STINGTM, a programmable, scalable, … Continue reading →

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GA-ASI’s MQ-1C Gray Eagle(r) ER Featured at U.S. Army’s PC-C5

Posted on Friday, 2 May, 2025 by twobirdsflyingpub

GA-ASI’S MQ-1C GRAY EAGLE® ER FEATURED AT U.S. ARMY’S PC-C5 SAN DIEGO – 01 May 2025 – General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI) supported the U.S. Army’s Project Convergence Capstone 5 (PC-C5), which ran throughout March and featured an MQ-1C … Continue reading →

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GA-ASI Statement on USAF CCA Program Updates

Posted on Friday, 2 May, 2025 by twobirdsflyingpub

GA-ASI STATEMENT ON USAF CCA PROGRAM UPDATES SAN DIEGO – 01 May 2025 – The CCA program represents a groundbreaking new era in combat aviation, and we remain on schedule to test and fly YFQ-42 in the coming months. Over … Continue reading →

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GA-ASI Delivers MQ-9A Block 5 Extended Range UAS to USMC

Posted on Wednesday, 30 April, 2025 by twobirdsflyingpub

    GA-ASI DELIVERS MQ-9A BLOCK 5 EXTENDED RANGE UAS TO USMC New UAS Delivered to VMX-1 SAN DIEGO – 29 April 2025 – General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI) delivered an MQ-9A Reaper® Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) to the … Continue reading →

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VIP Movement Notification – Tuscaloosa, Alabama

Posted on Monday, 28 April, 2025 by twobirdsflyingpub

VIP Movement Notification – Tuscaloosa, ALNotice Number: NOTC4383 01 May, 2025 Tuscaloosa, AL 30/10 NMR – 17,999 MSL Specific instructions and restrictions are available at http://tfr.faa.gov once the NOTAM has been issued. *Depicted TFR data may not be a complete … Continue reading →

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VIP Movement Notification – Palm Beach, FL

Posted on Monday, 28 April, 2025 by twobirdsflyingpub

VIP Movement Notification – Palm Beach, FLNotice Number: NOTC4386 01-04 May 2025 Palm Beach, FL 30/10 NMR – 17,999′ MSL Specific instructions and restrictions are available at http://tfr.faa.gov once the NOTAM has been issued. *Depicted TFR data may not be … Continue reading →

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Marines Surpass 1,000 MQ-9A Flight Hours As Capabilities Expand

Posted on Thursday, 24 April, 2025 by twobirdsflyingpub

MARINES SURPASS 1,000 MQ-9A FLIGHT HOURS AS CAPABILITIES EXPAND SAN DIEGO – 23 April 2025 – General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. is proud to announce that the U.S. Marine Corps has passed more than 1,000 flight hours with MQ-9A unmanned … Continue reading →

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FLIGHT ADVISORY GPS INTERFERENCE TESTING ROBINS AIR FORCE BASE (RAFBGA) 25-32

Posted on Friday, 18 April, 2025 by twobirdsflyingpub

FLIGHT ADVISORY GPS INTERFERENCE TESTING ROBINS AIR FORCE BASE (RAFBGA) 25-32Notice Number: NOTC4363 FLIGHT ADVISORY GPS INTERFERENCE TESTING FLIGHT ADVISORY GPS INTERFERENCE TESTING ROBINS AIR FORCE BASE (RAFBGA) 25-32 22 – 29 April Robins Air Force Base, GA Centered at … Continue reading →

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GA-ASI Announces Technology Investments From Blue Magic Netherlands

Posted on Thursday, 17 April, 2025 by twobirdsflyingpub

GA-ASI ANNOUNCES TECHNOLOGY INVESTMENTS FROM BLUE MAGIC NETHERLANDS SAN DIEGO – 16 April 2025 – General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI) is pleased to announce two businesses that it will invest in from the inaugural Blue Magic Netherlands (BMN) event … Continue reading →

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FAA Drone Safety Day Quickly Approaching

Posted on Thursday, 17 April, 2025 by twobirdsflyingpub

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is inviting the drone community to be part of its 2025 Drone Safety Day on Saturday, April 26. The FAA launched the annual campaign in 2019 to bring attention to drone safety and best practices. … Continue reading →

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MKS Announces Ophir MWIR Folded Zoom Lens for Drone and Small Gimbals

Posted on Wednesday, 16 April, 2025 by twobirdsflyingpub

MKS Announces Ophir® MWIR Folded Zoom Lens with Disruptive Low-SWaP and Long-range Capabilities for Drone and Small Gimbal Applications Innovative folded optics zoom lens addresses market shift towards low-SWaP 15µm VGA FPA detectors with fittings for 5″ (127mm) gimbals April … Continue reading →

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Join the Smart Munitions & Autonomous Strike Drones e-Conference

Posted on Wednesday, 9 April, 2025 by twobirdsflyingpub

The Future of Warfare is here Are You Ready? If you’ve already registered for the conference, please ignore this message. The Future of Warfare is Here – Are You Ready? Artificial Intelligence and autonomous systems are revolutionizing military operations, redefining … Continue reading →

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GA-ASI Expands Targeting Capability for MQ-9B SeaGuardian(r)

Posted on Tuesday, 8 April, 2025 by twobirdsflyingpub

GA-ASI EXPANDS TARGETING CAPABILITY FOR MQ-9B SEAGUARDIAN® New Software Will Provide In-Flight Target Updates SAN DIEGO – 7 April 2025 – General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI) has demonstrated software that will provide in-flight target updates that will enable the … Continue reading →

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VIP Movement Notification – Miami, FL

Posted on Tuesday, 8 April, 2025 by twobirdsflyingpub

VIP Movement Notification – Miami, FLNotice Number: NOTC4353 April 12, 2025 Miami, FL 10/30 NMR – 17,999′ MSL Specific instructions and restrictions are available at http://tfr.faa.gov once the NOTAM has been issued. *Depicted TFR data may not be a complete … Continue reading →

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