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General Atomics Expands International Collaborations and Partnerships With Japan in Critical and Emerging Technologies

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Monday, February 19, 2024
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These partnerships will complement the company's existing relationships as a long-term partner collaborating with Japanese industry and government agencies.

Key Points: 
  • These partnerships will complement the company's existing relationships as a long-term partner collaborating with Japanese industry and government agencies.
  • "General Atomics is committed to collaborating with its Japanese partners to advance the development of cutting-edge technologies in the maritime security, nuclear energy, and rare earth elements sectors," said Dr. Vivek Lall, chief executive at General Atomics Global Corporation.
  • These engagements have laid the foundation for future partnerships aimed at advancing the development of critical and emerging technologies."
  • Currently, the Japan Coast Guard (JCG) and Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force (JMSDF) are testing and deploying the MQ-9B SeaGuardian(R) Remotely Piloted Aircraft (RPA) built by General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI).

Government of Canada Orders the MQ-9B SkyGuardian RPAS From GA-ASI

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Wednesday, December 20, 2023
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GA-ASI and Team SkyGuardian Canada are honored by this opportunity to become a key partner to Canada for the very long term in delivering these no-fail defence and security outcomes."

Key Points: 
  • GA-ASI and Team SkyGuardian Canada are honored by this opportunity to become a key partner to Canada for the very long term in delivering these no-fail defence and security outcomes."
  • Canada's investments in the RPAS Project and Team SkyGuardian Canada are a direct reflection of Canada's vested domestic interest in pursuing leading-edge RPAS technologies.
  • CAE, MDA Ltd., L3Harris, and GA-ASI are committed to delivering the world's premier RPAS capability to Canada while creating domestic economic benefits and work opportunities.
  • "We look forward to working with our Team SkyGuardian Canada partners to deliver our industry-leading RPAS for Canada's dynamic mission requirements.

GA-ASI Demonstrates Short Takeoff/Landing of UAS on UK Carrier

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Sunday, November 19, 2023
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The demonstration included takeoff, circuits, and approaches and ended with a landing back onto the carrier.

Key Points: 
  • The demonstration included takeoff, circuits, and approaches and ended with a landing back onto the carrier.
  • "We knew our STOL capability would enable a UAS to safely take off and land on the Prince of Wales.
  • Mojave is a short takeoff and landing UAS demonstrator originally developed to prove STOL operations at unprepared landing sites.
  • Equipping UAS with STOL capability provides greater versatility and allows the aircraft to operate in areas previously deemed unsuitable for UAS operations, including landing onto and taking off from an aircraft carrier.

GA-ASI Partners With EDGE to Integrate Smart Weapons Onto MQ-9B

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Monday, November 13, 2023
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Under the agreement announced at the Dubai Airshow, the two companies will work together to integrate precision-guided munition (PGM) and guided-glide weapon (GGW) solutions from EDGE onto GA-ASI's MQ-9B SkyGuardian.

Key Points: 
  • Under the agreement announced at the Dubai Airshow, the two companies will work together to integrate precision-guided munition (PGM) and guided-glide weapon (GGW) solutions from EDGE onto GA-ASI's MQ-9B SkyGuardian.
  • "We're excited to work with EDGE on this initiative," said GA-ASI President David R. Alexander.
  • Hamad Al Marar, President of EDGE Group's Missiles & Weapons cluster, said, "We are proud to be working with General Atomics Aeronautical.
  • The opportunity to integrate our smart weapons on the MQ-9B SkyGuardian will offer the end user multiple dynamic, highly accurate, and cost-effective ground strike solutions.

GA-ASI Selects ScioTeq to Support Detect and Avoid Program

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Tuesday, June 20, 2023
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ScioTeq is a proven avionics supplier that was identified as a possible strategic partner at GA-ASI's Blue Magic Belgium event in 2020.

Key Points: 
  • ScioTeq is a proven avionics supplier that was identified as a possible strategic partner at GA-ASI's Blue Magic Belgium event in 2020.
  • Certification of GA-ASI's DAA capability is an important milestone for its new MQ-9B certifiable UAS.
  • ScioTeq's unique MOSArt(R) software platform facilitates the integration of GA-ASI's DAA application on the ScioTeq hardware.
  • GA-ASI is striving to obtain the first ever TSO-C211/212 authorization by the end of 2025 using the latest guidance published in RTCA/DO-365/366, Minimum Operational Performance Standards for Detect and Avoid Systems.

General Dynamics Mission Systems-Canada Launches Distributed Acoustics Processing Suite

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Tuesday, May 23, 2023
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OTTAWA, ON, May 23, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- General Dynamics Mission Systems–Canada has officially launched its most advanced suite of distributed acoustics processing solutions, including the UYS-506 Sonobuoy Processor, at Combined Naval Event 2023 in Farnborough, United Kingdom.

Key Points: 
  • OTTAWA, ON, May 23, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- General Dynamics Mission Systems–Canada has officially launched its most advanced suite of distributed acoustics processing solutions, including the UYS-506 Sonobuoy Processor, at Combined Naval Event 2023 in Farnborough, United Kingdom.
  • This launch positions General Dynamics among the first globally to offer and field a distributed acoustics processing system that can be hosted on autonomous vehicles enabling real-time data relay with other airborne or shipborne platforms and ground stations.
  • General Dynamics is now providing the acoustics processing technology necessary for GA-ASI's SeaGuardian to conduct various tests to review adaptability for crewed-uncrewed teaming missions.
  • The full suite being fielded includes small form factor on-board processing, distributed acoustics technology, quality of service data management, and field-proven intelligence exploitation software.

General Dynamics Mission Systems-Canada Launches Distributed Acoustics Processing Suite

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Tuesday, May 23, 2023
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OTTAWA, ON, May 22, 2023 /PRNewswire/ - General Dynamics Mission Systems–Canada has officially launched its most advanced suite of distributed acoustics processing solutions, including the UYS-506 Sonobuoy Processor, at Combined Naval Event 2023 in Farnborough, United Kingdom.

Key Points: 
  • OTTAWA, ON, May 22, 2023 /PRNewswire/ - General Dynamics Mission Systems–Canada has officially launched its most advanced suite of distributed acoustics processing solutions, including the UYS-506 Sonobuoy Processor, at Combined Naval Event 2023 in Farnborough, United Kingdom.
  • This launch positions General Dynamics among the first globally to offer and field a distributed acoustics processing system that can be hosted on autonomous vehicles enabling real-time data relay with other airborne or shipborne platforms and ground stations.
  • General Dynamics is now providing the acoustics processing technology necessary for GA-ASI's SeaGuardian to conduct various tests to review adaptability for crewed-uncrewed teaming missions.
  • The full suite being fielded includes small form factor on-board processing, distributed acoustics technology, quality of service data management, and field-proven intelligence exploitation software.

Protector Training for First RAF Cohort Begins at GA-ASI's FTTC

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Thursday, May 4, 2023
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The FTTC is owned and operated by General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI), which has begun deliveries of Protector RPAS to the RAF.

Key Points: 
  • The FTTC is owned and operated by General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI), which has begun deliveries of Protector RPAS to the RAF.
  • Protector is a derivative of the MQ-9B SkyGuardian(R) and is initially being flown in the USA for training.
  • GA-ASI is training the first four Operational Conversion Units (OCUs), each comprising eight crews, including pilots, sensor operators (SOs), and mission intelligence coordinators (MICs).
  • "The training services performed at our Grand Forks center for the RAF represent an important benchmark for future MQ-9B training for other partners," said GA-ASI President David R. Alexander.

GA-ASI Performs Cold Weather Validation Using MQ-9B SkyGuardian

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Friday, February 24, 2023
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SAN DIEGO, Feb. 24, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI) successfully performed Cold Weather Validation (CWV) using a company-owned MQ-9B SkyGuardian® Remotely Piloted Aircraft System (RPAS) in late Jan./early Feb. 2023, adding to the cold weather experience of the MQ-9 family of systems.

Key Points: 
  • SAN DIEGO, Feb. 24, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI) successfully performed Cold Weather Validation (CWV) using a company-owned MQ-9B SkyGuardian® Remotely Piloted Aircraft System (RPAS) in late Jan./early Feb. 2023, adding to the cold weather experience of the MQ-9 family of systems.
  • The CWV flight test widens and accelerates the global operational implementation for SkyGuardian, especially for countries that need to operate in cold conditions.
  • To prepare for the CWV, SkyGuardian was put in a "cold soak" that kept the aircraft at a temperature well below -21°C/-5°F for 12 hours, then prepared for ground maneuvers and flight through a de-icing process using de-icing and anti-icing fluids.
  • The UK Ministry of Defence selected MQ-9B SkyGuardian for its Protector program, and the Belgian Ministry of Defense signed a contract for SkyGuardian .

Global UAV Propulsion System Market Report 2023 to 2033: Featuring Rotron Power, Suter Industries, UAV Engines and Advanced Innovative Engineering Among Others - ResearchAndMarkets.com

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Monday, February 20, 2023
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The global UAV propulsion system market is estimated to reach $10.76 billion in 2033 from $8.36 billion in 2022, at a CAGR of 2.33% during the forecast period 2023-2033 in terms of value.

Key Points: 
  • The global UAV propulsion system market is estimated to reach $10.76 billion in 2033 from $8.36 billion in 2022, at a CAGR of 2.33% during the forecast period 2023-2033 in terms of value.
  • The global UAV propulsion system market is expected to be driven by defense and government applications due to the high capital investment involved in the development of the propulsion system.
  • The majority of the UAV market was initially dominated by the military, who primarily used them.
  • Such developments have encouraged players operating in the market to focus on the development of UAV propulsion systems with a simultaneous push for improving UAV production.