AgEagle Aerial Systems eBee VISION Drone Receives Blue UAS Cleared Status
AgEagle Aerial Systems (NYSE:UAVS) has announced that its eBee VISION drone has received Blue UAS certification, following the recent certification of its eBee TAC model. This prestigious designation enables direct procurement by the U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) and other federal agencies.
The certification confirms the drone's compliance with DoD security and performance standards. The eBee VISION features up to 100 minutes of flight time, advanced imaging capabilities, and secure data transmission, weighing only 3.3 pounds. The certification aligns with Executive Order 14307 and supports the DoD's strategy for acquiring NDAA-compliant Group 1 and 2 drones.
AgEagle Aerial Systems (NYSE:UAVS) ha annunciato che il suo drone eBee VISION ha ottenuto la certificazione Blue UAS, dopo la recente certificazione del modello eBee TAC. Questa prestigiosa designazione consente l'acquisto diretto da parte del Dipartimento della Difesa degli Stati Uniti (DoD) e di altre agenzie federali.
La certificazione conferma la conformità del drone agli standard di sicurezza e prestazioni del DoD. L'eBee VISION offre fino a 100 minuti di autonomia di volo, capacità avanzate di imaging e trasmissione dati sicura, con un peso di soli 1,5 kg. La certificazione è in linea con l'Ordine Esecutivo 14307 e supporta la strategia del DoD per l'acquisizione di droni di Gruppo 1 e 2 conformi al NDAA.
AgEagle Aerial Systems (NYSE:UAVS) ha anunciado que su dron eBee VISION ha recibido la certificación Blue UAS, tras la reciente certificación de su modelo eBee TAC. Esta prestigiosa designación permite la adquisición directa por parte del Departamento de Defensa de los EE. UU. (DoD) y otras agencias federales.
La certificación confirma que el dron cumple con los estándares de seguridad y rendimiento del DoD. El eBee VISION ofrece hasta 100 minutos de tiempo de vuelo, capacidades avanzadas de imagen y transmisión segura de datos, con un peso de solo 3,3 libras. La certificación se alinea con la Orden Ejecutiva 14307 y respalda la estrategia del DoD para adquirir drones de Grupo 1 y 2 compatibles con la NDAA.
AgEagle Aerial Systems (NYSE:UAVS)는 최근 eBee TAC 모델 인증에 이어 eBee VISION 드론이 Blue UAS 인증을 획득했다고 발표했습니다. 이 권위 있는 인증은 미국 국방부(DoD) 및 기타 연방 기관이 직접 구매할 수 있도록 합니다.
이 인증은 드론이 DoD의 보안 및 성능 기준을 충족함을 확인합니다. eBee VISION은 최대 100분의 비행 시간, 고급 영상 기능, 안전한 데이터 전송을 제공하며 무게는 단 3.3파운드에 불과합니다. 이 인증은 행정명령 14307과 일치하며 NDAA 준수 그룹 1 및 2 드론을 획득하려는 DoD의 전략을 지원합니다.
AgEagle Aerial Systems (NYSE:UAVS) a annoncé que son drone eBee VISION a obtenu la certification Blue UAS, suite à la récente certification de son modèle eBee TAC. Cette distinction prestigieuse permet un achat direct par le Département de la Défense des États-Unis (DoD) et d'autres agences fédérales.
La certification confirme la conformité du drone aux normes de sécurité et de performance du DoD. L'eBee VISION offre jusqu'à 100 minutes de temps de vol, des capacités d'imagerie avancées et une transmission sécurisée des données, avec un poids de seulement 3,3 livres. Cette certification est conforme au décret exécutif 14307 et soutient la stratégie du DoD pour l'acquisition de drones de groupe 1 et 2 conformes à la NDAA.
AgEagle Aerial Systems (NYSE:UAVS) hat bekannt gegeben, dass seine eBee VISION Drohne die Blue UAS-Zertifizierung erhalten hat, nach der kürzlichen Zertifizierung des Modells eBee TAC. Diese prestigeträchtige Auszeichnung ermöglicht den direkten Einkauf durch das US-Verteidigungsministerium (DoD) und andere Bundesbehörden.
Die Zertifizierung bestätigt die Einhaltung der Sicherheits- und Leistungsstandards des DoD durch die Drohne. Die eBee VISION bietet bis zu 100 Minuten Flugzeit, fortschrittliche Bildgebungsmöglichkeiten und sichere Datenübertragung bei einem Gewicht von nur 3,3 Pfund. Die Zertifizierung entspricht der Exekutivverordnung 14307 und unterstützt die Strategie des DoD zum Erwerb NDAA-konformer Drohnen der Gruppen 1 und 2.
- Achieved Blue UAS certification, enabling direct DoD and federal agency procurement
- Second AgEagle drone (after eBee TAC) to receive certification within a week
- Streamlined acquisition process for government contracts
- Advanced features including 100-minute flight time and secure data transmission capabilities
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AgEagle's dual Blue UAS certifications unlock expedited defense procurement, positioning them favorably in the growing tactical drone market.
AgEagle has achieved a significant milestone with its eBee VISION drone receiving Blue UAS certification, just one week after its eBee TAC obtained similar clearance. This dual certification represents a strategic breakthrough for the company in the defense sector. The Blue UAS designation enables direct, expedited procurement by the Department of Defense and other federal agencies without lengthy approval processes.
The timing is particularly advantageous, aligning with recent policy developments including Executive Order 14307 and Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth's July 10 memorandum prioritizing rapid deployment of NDAA-compliant small drones. This policy environment creates a favorable procurement landscape for AgEagle's newly certified products.
The eBee VISION's technical specifications make it particularly suited for tactical ISR missions. At just 3.3 pounds with up to 100 minutes of flight time, it offers an impressive capability-to-weight ratio. The drone's rapid three-minute deployment, advanced imaging capabilities, and secure data transmission address specific operational needs highlighted by the DoD for low-cost, scalable, and expendable drone systems.
The progression from Green UAS certification to Blue UAS status demonstrates AgEagle's strategic approach to navigating defense procurement pathways. This certification removes significant barriers to government sales, potentially accelerating revenue generation from defense contracts while establishing AgEagle as a qualified provider in the sensitive but lucrative defense and security markets.
Designation Allows for Direct, Expedited U.S. Government Procurement
WICHITA, Kan., July 22, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- AgEagle Aerial Systems Inc. (NYSE: UAVS), a leading provider of advanced drone and aerial imaging solutions, is proud to announce that its eBee VISION is now Blue UAS certified. This designation comes just a week after the Company’s eBee TAC received Blue UAS certification. The Blue UAS certification makes the AgEagle drone eligible for procurement by the U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) and other federal agencies and recognizes the drone as compliant with security and performance standards required by the DoD.
“This is very welcome news, and we are so proud that now the eBee VISION joins our eBee TAC on the Blue UAS Cleared list for the Department of Defense,” said Bill Irby, CEO of AgEagle Aerial Systems. “This is another pivotal achievement for AgEagle and will allow for fast acquisition and delivery of this much-needed capability into the hands of our Defense community to address swiftly evolving battlefield and security scenarios.”
These inclusions enable AgEagle to market the platform as Blue UAS Cleared, reinforcing their suitability for sensitive missions requiring secure, reliable, and scalable uncrewed aerial systems.
This platform’s certification previously had Green UAS-certification, which is now qualified as a direct on-ramp for Blue UAS classification. The DoD Defense Innovation Unit (DIU) adopted the Green UAS certification as a pathway to Blue UAS Cleared status. This marks a significant step forward in streamlining secure drone acquisition across government applications. This achievement reflects months of collaboration between the Association for Uncrewed Vehicle Systems International (AUVSI), DIU, and federal stakeholders, aligning with Executive Order 14307 and the Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth’s July 10, 2025, memorandum to rapidly field NDAA-compliant Group 1 and 2 drones.
Weighing just 3.3 pounds, the eBee VISION UAS offers up to 100 minutes of flight time, advanced electro-optical and thermal imaging, and secure data transmission for real-time situational awareness in disconnected environments. Its compact design, low acoustic signature, rapid three-minute deployment by a single operator, and silent mission mode make it ideal for tactical Intelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance (ISR) missions, supporting the DoD’s need for low-cost, scalable, and expendable drones as emphasized by Secretary Hegseth.
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About AgEagle Aerial Systems Inc.
Through its three Centers of Excellence, AgEagle is actively engaged in designing and delivering best-in-class flight hardware, sensors and software that solve important problems for its customers. Founded in 2010, AgEagle was originally formed to pioneer proprietary, professional-grade, fixed-winged drones and aerial imagery-based data collection and analytics solutions for the agriculture industry. Today, AgEagle is a leading provider of full stack UAS, sensors and software solutions for customers worldwide in the energy, construction, agriculture, and government verticals. For additional information, please visit our website at www.ageagle.com.
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