Draganfly Secures Strategic Military Order for Commander 3XL UAV Systems
Draganfly (NASDAQ: DPRO) has secured a strategic sale of its Commander 3XL Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV) systems to a major global defense contractor. The client, a leading provider of persistent surveillance platforms for U.S. and allied defense forces, will integrate these systems into their military operations.
The Commander 3XL UAV features modular payload architecture, extended endurance, and AI-enabled mission control. The systems will enhance perimeter security, early warning capabilities, and real-time situational awareness, working alongside existing surveillance platforms and ground-based command centers.
Draganfly (NASDAQ: DPRO) ha concluso una vendita strategica dei suoi sistemi di Veicoli Aerei Senza Pilota (UAV) Commander 3XL a un importante appaltatore globale nel settore della difesa. Il cliente, leader nella fornitura di piattaforme di sorveglianza persistente per le forze di difesa statunitensi e alleate, integrerà questi sistemi nelle proprie operazioni militari.
Il Commander 3XL UAV è dotato di architettura modulare per i carichi utili, autonomia estesa e controllo missione abilitato dall'intelligenza artificiale. I sistemi miglioreranno la sicurezza perimetrale, le capacità di allerta precoce e la consapevolezza situazionale in tempo reale, operando in sinergia con le piattaforme di sorveglianza esistenti e i centri di comando a terra.
Draganfly (NASDAQ: DPRO) ha asegurado una venta estratégica de sus sistemas de Vehículos Aéreos No Tripulados (UAV) Commander 3XL a un importante contratista global de defensa. El cliente, un proveedor líder de plataformas de vigilancia persistente para las fuerzas de defensa de EE. UU. y sus aliados, integrará estos sistemas en sus operaciones militares.
El UAV Commander 3XL cuenta con arquitectura modular de carga útil, autonomía extendida y control de misión habilitado por IA. Los sistemas mejorarán la seguridad perimetral, las capacidades de alerta temprana y la conciencia situacional en tiempo real, trabajando junto con las plataformas de vigilancia existentes y los centros de comando terrestres.
Draganfly (NASDAQ: DPRO)는 주요 글로벌 방위 계약자에게 Commander 3XL 무인항공기(UAV) 시스템의 전략적 판매를 성사시켰습니다. 이 고객은 미국 및 동맹군을 위한 지속 감시 플랫폼의 선도적인 제공업체로, 이 시스템들을 군사 작전에 통합할 예정입니다.
Commander 3XL UAV는 모듈식 페이로드 아키텍처, 확장된 비행 지속 시간, AI 기반 임무 제어 기능을 갖추고 있습니다. 이 시스템들은 기존 감시 플랫폼 및 지상 지휘 센터와 함께 작동하며 주변 보안, 조기 경보 능력, 실시간 상황 인식을 향상시킬 것입니다.
Draganfly (NASDAQ : DPRO) a conclu une vente stratégique de ses systèmes de véhicules aériens sans pilote (UAV) Commander 3XL à un important contractant mondial de la défense. Le client, un fournisseur de premier plan de plateformes de surveillance persistante pour les forces de défense américaines et alliées, intégrera ces systèmes dans ses opérations militaires.
Le Commander 3XL UAV est doté d’une architecture modulaire pour la charge utile, d’une endurance prolongée et d’un contrôle de mission assisté par intelligence artificielle. Ces systèmes amélioreront la sécurité périmétrique, les capacités d’alerte précoce et la connaissance situationnelle en temps réel, en travaillant en complément des plateformes de surveillance existantes et des centres de commandement terrestres.
Draganfly (NASDAQ: DPRO) hat einen strategischen Verkauf seiner Commander 3XL unbemannten Luftfahrzeugsysteme (UAV) an einen großen globalen Verteidigungsauftragnehmer gesichert. Der Kunde, ein führender Anbieter von dauerhaften Überwachungsplattformen für die US-amerikanischen und verbündeten Streitkräfte, wird diese Systeme in seine militärischen Operationen integrieren.
Das Commander 3XL UAV verfügt über eine modulare Nutzlastarchitektur, verlängerte Ausdauer und KI-gestützte Missionssteuerung. Die Systeme werden die Perimetersicherheit, Frühwarnfähigkeiten und die Echtzeit-Lageerkennung verbessern und zusammen mit bestehenden Überwachungsplattformen und bodengestützten Kommandostellen arbeiten.
- Strategic sale to a globally recognized defense contractor
- Integration into advanced military surveillance platforms
- Expansion of presence in the defense sector
- Validation of Commander 3XL's capabilities for military applications
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Draganfly's Commander 3XL sale marks strategic defense sector expansion, validating its UAV technology for military surveillance applications.
Draganfly's procurement deal with an established defense contractor represents a significant market validation for the company's Commander 3XL drone system. The client's description as a "globally recognized defense contractor" with existing relationships across U.S. and allied defense forces suggests this deal could potentially open doors to a substantial customer base.
The Commander 3XL's selection for military-grade surveillance indicates its technical capabilities meet rigorous defense standards. Key differentiating features include its modular payload architecture, extended endurance, and AI-enabled mission control – critical specifications for military surveillance applications where adaptability and reliability are paramount.
This contract positions Draganfly to potentially capture market share in the rapidly growing military drone segment, which is seeing increased adoption for perimeter security, early warning systems, and real-time situational awareness. The integration capability with existing surveillance platforms adds significant value, as military clients typically prefer solutions that enhance rather than replace existing infrastructure investments.
While the press release doesn't disclose the financial terms or unit quantities, this sale represents more than just immediate revenue. It establishes Draganfly's credentials in the defense sector, where contract momentum often builds after initial validation. The Commander 3XL's demonstrated versatility across "both static and dynamic ISR environments" suggests potential for deployment across various military applications, possibly leading to follow-on orders if performance meets expectations.
Tampa Bay, Florida, July 22, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Draganfly Inc. (NASDAQ: DPRO; CSE: DPRO; FSE: 3U8A) (“Draganfly” or the “Company”), an award-winning developer of drone solutions and systems developer, today announced the sale of Commander 3XL Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV) systems to a globally recognized defense contractor specializing in persistent surveillance technologies for military operations.
A trusted partner to U.S. and allied defense forces for decades, the client is one of the world’s leading providers of persistent surveillance platforms. Its systems are deployed across key Department of Defense (DoD) and allied installations, delivering reliable, persistent intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance (ISR) capabilities.
The Commander 3XL’s modular payload architecture, extended endurance, and AI-enabled mission control make it an ideal asset for military-grade surveillance programs. The systems will support perimeter security, early warning, and real-time situational awareness, operating seamlessly alongside and integrated with persistent platforms and ground-based command centers.
“This sale marks a significant milestone for Draganfly as we expand our presence in the defense sector,” said Cameron Chell, CEO of Draganfly. “We are honored that the Commander 3XL has been chosen for integration into one of the world’s most advanced and enduring persistent surveillance platforms. This integration enhances capabilities for military and border surveillance systems, providing greater reach and effectiveness.”
This purchase further underscores the Commander 3XL’s versatility in both static and dynamic ISR environments, enabling defense clients to adapt swiftly to evolving threat landscapes.
About Draganfly
Draganfly Inc. (NASDAQ: DPRO; CSE: DPRO; FSE: 3U8A) is a leader in cutting-edge drone solutions and software that are transforming industries and serving stakeholders globally. Recognized for innovation and excellence for over 25 years, Draganfly delivers award-winning technology to the public safety, agriculture, industrial inspection, security, mapping, and surveying markets. The Company is driven by passion, ingenuity, and a mission to provide efficient solutions and first-class services to customers worldwide, saving time, money, and lives.
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