Tag: MQ-9
France’s Block 5 Reapers reach FOC after first operational airstrike
The French Air Force's Block 5 MQ-9 Reapers have reached full operational capability after completing their first operational airstrike.
US Air Force proves it can control its Reapers from anywhere...
Until now, all MQ-9 takeoffs and landings required a specialized launch and recovery crew located wherever the Reaper intended to land.
First Dutch MQ-9 Reaper makes public debut
The Royal Netherlands Air Force is expected to receive all four MQ-9 Reapers by the end of 2021, a year later than planned.
Italian Air Force MQ-9s set for upgrade to Block 5 configuration
The Block 5 system includes increased electrical power capability, improved landing gear and new multi-mode radars and electro-optical sensors.
US Air Force begins tests of 3 different pods for Reaper...
A US Air National Guard MQ-9 Reaper is testing three different pods during the Pacific Command’s premier exercise, Northern Edge 2021.
Australia requests 12 MQ-9B Sky Guardians for around $1.65B
Australia has requested to buy up to 12 MQ-9B Sky Guardian MALE RPAS under a potential $1.65 billion deal.
US Air Force proceeding with major upgrade for MQ-9 fleet
MQ-9s are getting improved anti-jamming capability, an upgraded electro-optical/infra-red sensor and the ability to carry new types of weapons.
UAE signs for F-35, armed UAVs in final hour of Trump...
The United Arab Emirates has reportedly signed an agreement for the purchase of F-35 fifth-generation fighters and MQ-9B armed UAVs.
GA-ASI, Leonardo to integrate Seaspray maritime ISR radar on SeaGuardian
Unmanned systems developer General Atomics Aeronautical Systems (GA-ASI) and Italian defense technology company Leonardo are working on the integration of the Leonardo...
Dutch Air Force receives SATCOM terminals ahead of first MQ-9 Reaper...
The Royal Netherlands Air Force has received Satcom earth terminal subsystems (SETSS), which will be essential for the operation of MQ-9 Reaper...
