Long-Endurance UAVs Set to Enhance Defense Capabilities

As part a joint venture with AGI and Trident Aerospace, Astra Systems will provide its BE-45 and BE-50 long-endurance UAVs, aiming to revolutionize technologies for defense By William Mackenzie / 21 Aug 2024

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Astra Systems is collaborating with Adelanto Group Inc. (AGI) and Trident Aerospace to deliver innovative unmanned systems for defense applications. 

As part of the joint venture, Astra Systems will offer the BE-45, a Group 3 unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) with a 12-hour endurance and 120 km operational radius. The company will also provide the BE-50 (ASU-50), an enhanced version boasting a 14-hour flight endurance and larger payload capacity. 

The Astra Systems product lineup also includes the Havoc attack UAS, the Ninja free-falling guided munition, and the Spear loitering munition, each designed to meet specific mission requirements with precision and reliability.

Trident Aerospace will bring its expertise in UAS manufacturing and AI development. This expertise will be supported by a partnership with Neuralio, with the company’s advanced AI technologies set to be integrated into Astra’s systems. Neuralio technology will enhance autonomous operations and decision-making capabilities, providing efficiency and effectiveness in mission-critical tasks.

AGI’s involvement provides Astra Systems with significant advantages through its 8(a) designation, enabling the company to access unique government opportunities and benefits. This status allows Astra to conduct operations more effectively in the defense sector, leveraging AGI’s experience as a commercial conduit to drive growth.

By harnessing the combined strengths of advanced UAS technology and cutting-edge AI, Astra aims to provide innovative and reliable solutions to meet modern defense challenges.

Todd Van Dahlen, CEO of Astra Systems, commented, “We are thrilled to launch Astra Systems and bring together the strengths of Adelanto Group Inc. and Trident Aerospace. This joint venture positions us to deliver innovative, reliable, and cost-effective defense solutions that meet the evolving needs of our clients. With our comprehensive range of UAS and munitions, combined with advanced AI capabilities, we are set to revolutionize the defense industry.”

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