The Initiative Aims to Improve Force Protection by Addressing Threats from Small Uncrewed Aerial Systems The Pentagon’s Replicator program is shifting its focus to a pressing concern for modern warfare: countering small uncrewed aerial systems (C-sUAS). According to recent announcements from Department of Defense (DoD) leadership, the second phase of the Replicator initiative, … [Read more...] about Pentagon’s Replicator 2 to Focus on Countering Small Drones
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U.S. Army Selects New Small Uncrewed Aircraft Systems for Company-Level Use
Two UAS Platforms Chosen to Meet Directed Requirement for Brigade Combat Teams The U.S. Army has selected two small uncrewed aircraft systems (UAS) platforms as part of its effort to enhance the capabilities of its Brigade Combat Teams. The Army announced the selection of the Ghost X from Anduril Industries and the C-100 from Performance Drone Works to meet the Company-Level … [Read more...] about U.S. Army Selects New Small Uncrewed Aircraft Systems for Company-Level Use
Commission on the National Defense Strategy Issues Somber Report
The Commission on the National Defense Strategy has issued their 2024 Report, which calls for increased investment in security innovation and industrial base. The report says that current geopolitical pressures mean that the US faces unprecedented threats - and calls for big changes in defense strategy. From the Executive Summary: The United States confronts the most … [Read more...] about Commission on the National Defense Strategy Issues Somber Report
Drones on the “Blue sUAS” List Won’t Necessarily Stay There: DIU to Hold “Competitive Refresh”
An article in National Defense reports that the Defense Innovation Unit (DIU), the entity responsible for the development and maintenance of the Blue sUAS list, will hold a "competitive refresh" of the list later this year. The DIU's Blue sUAS list is a critical certification for drone manufacturers. The list indicates a "secure platform" suitable for use in Department … [Read more...] about Drones on the “Blue sUAS” List Won’t Necessarily Stay There: DIU to Hold “Competitive Refresh”
Ascent AeroSystems Spirit on Blue UAS Cleared List
Ascent AeroSystems Spirit Platform Added to DIU Blue UAS Cleared List by DRONELIFE Staff Writer Ian M. Crosby The Defense Innovation Unit (DIU) has announced the addition of Ascent AeroSystems’ Spirit platform to the Blue UAS Cleared List of approved small unmanned aerial systems (UAS). Continue reading below or listen: DroneLife · Ascent - AeroSystems - Spirit - … [Read more...] about Ascent AeroSystems Spirit on Blue UAS Cleared List
