Hoverfly Whitelisted on AeroVironment's Command and Control Software Ecosystem

Rhea-AI Summary

Hoverfly Technologies (NASDAQ:AVAV) announced on December 3, 2025 that its tethered unmanned aerial systems (TeUAS) have been whitelisted and are natively supported and immediately deployable on AeroVironment's AV_Halo COMMAND software platform.

The integration enables operators to control Hoverfly TeUAS through the same common UI used for over 20 other uncrewed systems, leverages AV_Halo's KINESIS control architecture, and promises enhanced AI-driven autonomy, secure open-architecture connectivity, faster ISR-to-kinetic mission execution, and interoperability with CUAS capabilities.

Positive

• Natively supported and immediately deployable on AV_Halo COMMAND
• Control through the same UI as over 20 other uncrewed systems
• Persistent 200-foot tethered surveillance capability integrated
• Enhanced AI-driven autonomy and data fusion across the tactical network
• Enables dispatching kinetic effects from one unified interface
• Strengthens network by linking ground, air, and surface assets

Negative

• None.

Insights

Systems Integration Analyst

Hoverfly's tethered drones are now natively supported and immediately deployable within AeroVironment's AV_Halo C2 on Dec 3, 2025

What it does: Native whitelisting on AV_Halo COMMAND creates a single control interface for Hoverfly TeUAS alongside over 20 other unmanned systems, enabling operators to command Hoverfly platforms through the same unified C2 environment. The release states this integration follows months of iterative software development, validation, and joint testing and is ship-ready for immediate deployment.

Key dependencies and risks: Operational benefit depends on fielding within the AV_Halo network, secure open‑architecture protocol adoption, and sustained compatibility with AV's KINESIS control architecture. The announcement cites enhanced AI-driven autonomy, CUAS interoperability, and linkage via Hoverfly NEXUS, but it does not provide metrics on operational performance, user acceptance, or formal government procurement actions.

Concrete items to watch (near-term): the stated immediate deployability as of Dec 3, 2025, further integration across the AV_Halo network, and any public government or prime‑contract awards that reference use of AV_Halo with Hoverfly platforms.

The tethered drone is now natively supported and immediately deployable with AV_Halo Command.

SANFORD, Fla., Dec. 3, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Hoverfly Technologies, the global leader in tethered unmanned aerial systems (TeUAS), is proud to announce that its systems have been officially whitelisted on AV_Halo, a hardware-agnostic software platform developed by AeroVironment, Inc. ("AV") (NASDAQ: AVAV) that provides a modular, mission-ready suite of AI-powered software tools, including battle management with command and control (C2) for unmanned vehicles.

Hoverfly tethered drones are now natively supported and immediately deployable with AV_Halo Command.

This milestone marks a critical step forward in warfighter-ready interoperability and networked autonomy. With AV_Halo COMMAND – powered by AV's KINESIS tactical universal control architecture – operators can now control Hoverfly's tethered drones through the same common user interface used to command over 20 other uncrewed systems, creating a unified control environment across the tactical network.

Following months of iterative software development, validation, and joint testing, Hoverfly TeUAS platforms are now natively supported and immediately deployable within AV_Halo COMMAND. This integration delivers:

• Seamless interoperability across manned and unmanned assets
  
  
• Enhanced AI-driven autonomy and data fusion
  
  
• Faster mission execution from ISR to kinetic effects
  
  
• Secure network connectivity through open-architecture protocols
  
  
• Interoperability with CUAS capabilities throughout the AV_Halo network

"This whitelisting represents more than software compatibility—it's the realization of true cross-domain command and control," said Bruce Tuftie, Chief Strategy Officer at Hoverfly. "By combining Hoverfly's persistent, 200-foot eye-in-the-sky with AV_Halo COMMAND's common UI, we're equipping warfighters to make faster, smarter decisions across the entire battlespace."

The whitelisting of Hoverfly on AV_Halo COMMAND is a perfect marriage of open architecture technologies that enhances C2 performance and rapid decision making. Both Hoverfly and AV_Halo are designed for the warfighter first, exemplifying next-generation innovation that seamlessly connects the human-machine team across the tactical network.

"AV_Halo was developed as an open architecture software core and built for industry integration, connecting best-in-class capabilities to give warfighters on the edge a single, common picture of the battlespace with the ability to distribute control of the assets across the tactical network," said Scott Bowman, AV Chief Technology Officer & Vice President of Global Engineering. "The whitelisting of Hoverfly platforms gives operators full access to the surveillance, communication, and safety capabilities of these leading tethered drone systems through the AV_Halo software suite."

Coupled with Hoverfly NEXUS—Network Extension of Unmanned Systems, the integration strengthens the tactical network by linking ground, air, and surface assets through AV_Halo. Warfighters can now transition from extended situational awareness to decisive action within seconds—operating Hoverfly's TeUAS and dispatching kinetic effects and munitions from one unified interface.

The Hoverfly–AV collaboration embodies the U.S Department of War's vision for open-architecture, modular, and interoperable systems, ensuring U.S. and allied forces maintain an edge in contested environments.

For more information about Hoverfly Technologies and Spectre TeUAS, visit www.hoverflytech.com.

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SOURCE Hoverfly Technologies Inc.

FAQ

What did Hoverfly announce on December 3, 2025 regarding AV_Halo and AVAV?

Hoverfly announced its TeUAS were whitelisted and are natively supported and immediately deployable on AV_Halo COMMAND.

How does the AV_Halo integration affect Hoverfly (AVAV) operators?

Operators can control Hoverfly systems via the same common UI used for over 20 other uncrewed systems, enabling unified C2.

What tactical benefits does the Hoverfly–AV_Halo integration deliver for AVAV systems?

It provides AI-driven autonomy, faster ISR-to-kinetic execution, secure open-architecture connectivity, and CUAS interoperability.

Does the announcement specify Hoverfly's tether height for AVAV systems?

Yes; the release references Hoverfly's persistent 200-foot eye-in-the-sky capability.

Will Hoverfly (AVAV) systems be able to dispatch munitions through AV_Halo COMMAND?

The release says warfighters can operate Hoverfly TeUAS and dispatch kinetic effects from a unified interface.

What timeline did Hoverfly give for deployment with AV_Halo (AVAV)?

The company stated Hoverfly platforms are immediately deployable within AV_Halo COMMAND following validation and testing.