Category Archives: UAV
VIP Movement Notification – Greensboro, NC
VIP Movement Notification – Greensboro, NCNotice Number: NOTC4658 24 September 2025 Greensboro, NC 5 NMR; SFC – 4,999 AGL Specific instructions and restrictions are available at http://tfr.faa.gov once the NOTAM has been issued. *Depicted TFR data may … Continue reading
GA-ASI Line of UAS Passes 9 Million Flight Hours
GA-ASI LINE OF UAS PASSES 9 MILLION FLIGHT HOURS SAN DIEGO – 21 September 2025 – Ongoing flight operations of the new YFQ-42A Collaborative Combat Aircraft helped General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc., set a new company record this week, pushing … Continue reading
RAFAEL & IMOD FINALIZE DEVELOPMENT OF IRON BEAM 450, SET FOR IDF DELIVERY
RAFAEL & Israel MOD: IRON BEAM 450 Development Completed, Delivery to IDF Soon The R&D Unit within the Israel Ministry of Defense (IMOD) Directorate of Defense Research & Development (DDR&D), the Israeli Air Force (IAF), and Rafael Advanced Defense … Continue reading
Second Blue Magic Netherlands Event Set for November 18
SECOND BLUE MAGIC NETHERLANDS EVENT SET FOR NOVEMBER 18 Registration Site Is Open and Dutch Innovators Are Encouragedto Attend and Apply to Present Capabilities SAN DIEGO – 16 September 2025 – General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI), in collaboration with … Continue reading
GA-ASI and AeroVironment Complete First-Ever Air Launch of Switchblade 600 from MQ-9A UAS
GA-ASI AND AEROVIRONMENT COMPLETE FIRST-EVER AIR LAUNCH OF SWITCHBLADE 600 FROM MQ-9A UAS Release of Smaller Loitering Munition Further Validates Large UAS as Motherships SAN DIEGO – 10 September 2025 – General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI) and AeroVironment (“AV”) … Continue reading
GA-ASI’s MQ-9B SeaGuardian(r) Showcased in NAS Whidbey Island Open House
GA-ASI’S MQ-9B SEAGUARDIAN® SHOWCASED IN NAS WHIDBEY ISLAND OPEN HOUSE SAN DIEGO – 04 September 2025 – General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI) deployed an Anti-Submarine Warfare (ASW)-configured MQ-9B SeaGuardian® Unmanned Aircraft System (UAS) to Naval Air Station Whidbey … Continue reading
High-Powered Energy Weapon Neutralized Dozens of Drones Simultaneously
High-Powered Energy Weapon Neutralized Dozens of Drones Simultaneously Sep 3, 2025 (Source: iHLS) Representational image of drones This post is also available in: עברית (Hebrew) A recent live demonstration by the U.S. Army has highlighted the growing role of directed … Continue reading
GA-ASI Acquires Assets of Achates Power, Inc.
GA-ASI ACQUIRES ASSETS OF ACHATES POWER, INC. SAN DIEGO – 19 August 2025 – General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI), a global leader in unmanned aircraft systems and cutting-edge aerospace technologies, today announced the acquisition of key assets, including a … Continue reading
VIP Movement Notification – Atlanta, GA
VIP Movement Notification – Atlanta, GANotice Number: NOTC4563 21 AUGUST 2025 Atlanta, GA 5 NMR; SFC – 4,999 AGL Specific instructions and restrictions are available at http://tfr.faa.gov once the NOTAM has been issued. *Depicted TFR data may … Continue reading
FLIGHT ADVISORY – GPS Interference Testing – Fort Benning, GA
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
FAA: Notice of proposed rulemaking (NPRM) FAA Part 108
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
Denmark Buys Four MQ-9B SkyGuardians from GA-ASI
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
Lightweight Interceptor Drone Promises Fast UAV Neutralization Without Explosives
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
Belgian Aircrew Completes MQ-9B Training
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
Latest GA Autonomous Jet Demo Features Live Air-to-Air Engagement Capability
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
A New Transatlantic Partnership for European CCA
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
XQ-67A Demonstrates Autonomy and Datalink Interoperability During High Desert Flight Test
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
GA-ASI – Changing the Game Once Again
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
FLIGHT ADVISORY – GPS Interference Testing
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
Ukraine Unveils New Drone to Intercept Shahed UAVs
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
VIP Movement Notification – Ochopee, FL
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
VIP Movement Notification – Palm Beach, FL
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
GA-ASI Announces Investment in Dutch Technology Innovator Arceon
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
Just Launched: Premium Case for DJI Mavic Series
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
GA-ASI Teams With Nominal for Enterprise Software
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
UK MOD Signs Protector Support Contract with GA-ASI
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
GA-ASI Team Members Receive AIAA San Diego Section Awards
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
Aloft Partners with UAS Sentry for Real-Time Drone Detection
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
Small Drones are a Rising Threat to Large Tanks, Changing the Battlefield
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
GA-ASI Moves Into Ground Testing of New YFQ-42A CCA
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
GA Integrates Software for USMC Common Intelligence Picture WTI Course
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
FLIGHT ADVISORY – GPS Interference Testing – Pinto Island, AL"
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
UK Certifies Protector As First of Its Kind Remotely Piloted Aircraft
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
DAY 2 Of SOF WEEK 2025
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
Helix Defense Launches with STING: A Game-changer in Last-Mile Counter-Drone Defense
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
GA-ASI’s MQ-1C Gray Eagle(r) ER Featured at U.S. Army’s PC-C5
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
GA-ASI Statement on USAF CCA Program Updates
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
GA-ASI Delivers MQ-9A Block 5 Extended Range UAS to USMC
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
VIP Movement Notification – Tuscaloosa, Alabama
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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