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Belgium marks first fight of MQ-9B

Posted on March 27, 2025March 27, 2025 by alert5

The MQ-9B SkyGuardian has taken a crucial step towards operational service with the Belgian Air Force as the first of four ordered aircraft completed its inaugural flight, which took place on Feb. 20th. The flight originated from General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc.’s (GA-ASI) Desert Horizon Flight Operations Facility in El Mirage, California. This event marks a crucial step in Belgium’s acquisition of a fleet of four MQ-9B aircraft.

Photo: General Atomics
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South Korean KUH-1 destroyed by Heron UAV

Posted on March 18, 2025March 18, 2025 by alert5

A South Korean Army Heron unmanned air vehicle collided with a parked KAI KUH-1 Surion helicopter at an Army aviation base in Yangju, Gyeonggi Province, on Mar. 17th, at approximately 1 p.m.. The collision ignited a fire that completely destroyed both the drone and the helicopter. Fortunately, no casualties were reported as a result of the incident. This event occurred a mere 11 days after a South Korean Air Force KF-16 fighter jet bombing mishap in Pocheon.

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Sikorsky successfully flies Rotor Blown Wing UAS

Posted on March 11, 2025 by alert5

Sikorsky, a Lockheed Martin company, has successfully validated the advanced control laws for its ‘rotor blown wing’ uncrewed aerial system (UAS) in both helicopter and aeroplane modes. This innovative prototype, weighing 115 pounds (52kg) and powered by batteries, has demonstrated operational stability and manoeuvrability across all flight regimes, showcasing its potential for scaling to larger sizes with hybrid-electric propulsion.

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NATO member invests $60 million in Elbit’s ReDrone Anti-Drone System

Posted on January 7, 2025 by alert5

Elbit Systems has secured a significant $60 million contract with a NATO European country to supply its advanced ReDrone counter-unmanned aerial system (C-UAS). This deal highlights the growing concern amongst NATO members regarding the increasing threat of unmanned aerial systems (UAS), and their potential misuse by terrorists and smugglers. Elbit Systems, a leading global defence technology company, is set to deliver the ReDrone system over a three-year period.

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One injured in drone crash at Hubei’s Jingzhou Olympic Sports Center

Posted on December 12, 2024December 12, 2024 by alert5

An unmanned aircraft has crashed at the Jingzhou Olympic Sports Centre in Hubei province while undergoing tests. The incident, which occurred around 11:10 local time on Dec. 12, was first reported via WeChat by the Hubei Jingzhou Economic Development Zone. Images circulating on Chinese social media depict the aftermath, showing a large drone engulfed in flames. One person was reported to be injured in the crash and is currently receiving medical treatment. Authorities have launched an investigation to determine the cause of the accident.

Photos: Chinese Internet
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