BAE Systems Acquires Electronic Warfare Company Kirintec

– BAE Systems has acquired Kirintec, an innovative UK cyber and electromagnetic activities (CEMA) company, which specialises in counter-Improvised Explosive Devices (IED), counter-Uncrewed Air Systems (UAS) and electronic warfare products and solutions. Kirintec’s battle-proven technology protects military platforms and personnel from cyber and electromagnetic attacks. The open architecture of the products enables them to work […]

EASA Launches Public Consultation for Proposals on Drone Airworthiness and Certification

The European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) has published Notice of Proposed Amendment (NPA) 2024-06 to consult aviation stakeholders and citizens on draft proposals for the initial and continuing airworthiness of certified unmanned aircraft systems (UAS). EASA proposes amendments to the existing acceptable means of compliance and guidance material (AMC & GM) to the UAS Regulations and […]

MARSS Celebrates 8-Year Partnership with Echodyne

At the SOFEX exhibition, MARSS celebrated its long partnership with Echodyne – one of the world’s most trusted radar providers for CUAS, situational awareness and safer solutions. MARSS has worked with Echodyne for over eight years, being one of its original test partners for its first commercial products. In the years since, the partnership has […]

Ukraine Develops New Combat Drone for Precision Bombing

A Ukrainian development team has developed a new combat drone designed to enhance the capabilities of the country’s defense forces. The unmanned aerial vehicle, named REX, was created by Armadrone in response to the operational needs and combat experience of Ukrainian military personnel, according to a Facebook post by the Brave Inventors platform. The REX […]

FAA Proposed $341,413 in Civil Penalties Against Drone Operators

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) proposed $341,413 in civil penalties against 27 people who violated federal drone regulations. The FAA issued the fines between October 2022 and June 2024. Drone operators who conduct unsafe or unauthorized operations face fines up to $75,000 per violation, an increase included in the FAA Reauthorization Act of 2024. The FAA […]