XTI Aerospace Drone Nerds Business Adds ABZ Innovation L10 V2 Agricultural Drone for High Efficiency in Smaller Fields

Rhea-AI Summary

XTI Aerospace (NASDAQ: XTIA) announced on January 21, 2026 that its Drone Nerds subsidiary added the ABZ Innovation L10 V2 agricultural spraying drone to its enterprise lineup.

The Europe-built L10 V2 is a 10-liter professional UAS using Controlled Droplet Application (CDA), rotary atomization, optional RTK via EMLID over LoRa, and modular payloads (Trichogramma, granule, spreader). ABZ Innovation cites up to 80% water and 50% pesticide reductions versus conventional spraying. The platform is targeted at precision tasks in smaller or fragmented fields (up to 124 acres), orchards, vineyards, and high-value crops and is available now through Drone Nerds' enterprise sales team.

Positive

• Claims of up to 80% water reduction using CDA technology
• Claims of up to 50% pesticide reduction improving efficiency
• 10-liter integrated spraying system for precision agriculture
• RTK support with EMLID LoRa for centimeter-level positioning
• Available now through Drone Nerds' enterprise sales team

Negative

• Designed for fields up to 124 acres, limiting large-field applicability
• RTK requires compatible EMLID base stations, adding equipment needs
• Manufactured in Europe, which may affect some procurement constraints

News Market Reaction

-5.29%

10 alerts

-5.29% News Effect

-4.4% Trough in 3 hr 7 min

-$3M Valuation Impact

$62M Market Cap

0.8x Rel. Volume

On the day this news was published, XTIA declined 5.29%, reflecting a notable negative market reaction. Argus tracked a trough of -4.4% from its starting point during tracking. Our momentum scanner triggered 10 alerts that day, indicating notable trading interest and price volatility. This price movement removed approximately $3M from the company's valuation, bringing the market cap to $62M at that time.

Data tracked by StockTitan Argus on the day of publication.

Key Figures

Spraying system capacity: 10-liter Water usage reduction: up to 80 percent Pesticide usage reduction: up to 50 percent +1 more

4 metrics

Spraying system capacity 10-liter ABZ Innovation L10 V2 agricultural UAS spraying system

Water usage reduction up to 80 percent Reduction in water usage via CDA spraying technology

Pesticide usage reduction up to 50 percent Reduction in pesticide usage via CDA spraying technology

Field size suitability up to 124 acres Optimal for smaller or fragmented fields

Market Reality Check

Price: $1.88 Vol: Volume 4,005,758 is above...

high vol

$1.88 Last Close

Volume Volume 4,005,758 is above the 20-day average of 2,596,572, indicating elevated interest ahead of this update. high

Technical Shares at $1.89 are trading above the 200-day MA of $1.72, while still well below the $7.43 52-week high.

Peers on Argus

XTIA showed a modest 0.53% gain while peers were mixed: SIDU up 12.02%, but SIF,...

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XTIA showed a modest 0.53% gain while peers were mixed: SIDU up 12.02%, but SIF, CVU, PRZO, and KITT down between roughly 0.5–5.8%. Momentum scanner only flagged SIDU moving down, reinforcing a stock-specific narrative around XTIA’s drone-platform expansion.

Historical Context

5 past events · Latest: Dec 23 (Positive)

Pattern 5 events

Date	Event	Sentiment	Move	Catalyst
Dec 23	Regulatory positioning	Positive	-3.5%	Framed FCC restrictions on foreign UAS as opportunity for Drone Nerds.
Dec 02	Investor communication	Positive	-5.2%	Rescheduled investor town hall to January 2026 for broader program updates.
Nov 19	Earnings and update	Negative	-9.2%	Q3 2025 loss and cash burn details despite capital raises and milestones.
Nov 19	Investor event	Positive	-9.2%	Mar-a-Lago investor dinner highlighting TriFan 600 and Drone Nerds acquisition.
Nov 14	Town hall update	Positive	-5.0%	Announced rescheduled town hall on aircraft program and strategic investment.

Pattern Detected

Recent positive or strategic news has frequently been met with negative next-day price reactions, suggesting a pattern of skepticism toward announcements.

Recent Company History

Over the past six months, XTI Aerospace has focused on advancing its TriFan 600 VTOL program and integrating drone-centric acquisitions like Drone Nerds. Key events included a Q3 2025 update detailing cash of $32.2 million and subsequent Drone Nerds and Anzu Robotics deals, repeated town hall reschedulings, and positioning Drone Nerds as a compliant U.S. UAS provider after FCC actions on foreign platforms. Despite generally constructive strategic news, shares often declined following these announcements, framing today’s product-line expansion within a cautious market backdrop.

Regulatory & Risk Context

Active S-3 Shelf

Shelf Active

Active S-3 Shelf Registration 2026-01-15

An effective S-3 shelf was filed on 2026-01-15 covering resale of up to 18,031,466 existing-shareholder shares tied to prior financings and compensation. The company will not receive proceeds, but filings highlight potential stock price pressure from these resales and ongoing Nasdaq listing compliance risks.

Market Pulse Summary

The stock moved -5.3% in the session following this news. A negative reaction despite this product e...

Analysis

The stock moved -5.3% in the session following this news. A negative reaction despite this product expansion would fit a pattern where constructive updates preceded selling. The L10 V2 targets smaller, fragmented fields up to 124 acres and touts up to 80% lower water and 50% lower pesticide usage, extending Drone Nerds’ agricultural reach. Yet investors may remain focused on dilution overhang from registered resales and prior financing structures, limiting near-term confidence.

Key Terms

unmanned aircraft system, controlled droplet application, rotary atomization, real-time kinematic, +2 more

6 terms

unmanned aircraft system technical

"its comprehensive unmanned aircraft system ("UAS") platform for enterprise"

An unmanned aircraft system is a complete drone setup: the aircraft itself plus the ground controls, software, communications links and any support equipment needed to operate it—think of a remote‑controlled airplane combined with its pilot station and tools. Investors care because these systems create revenue and risk across industries (defense, delivery, agriculture, inspection), so changes in technology, regulations, safety record or production costs can quickly affect companies’ sales, liabilities and long‑term growth prospects.

controlled droplet application medical

"utilizes Controlled Droplet Application ("CDA") technology with rotary atomization"

Controlled droplet application is a manufacturing and laboratory technique that delivers tiny, precisely sized droplets of a liquid onto a surface or into a device to control dose, placement and drying. For investors it matters because this precision can improve product performance, reduce waste, lower manufacturing variability and help meet regulatory quality standards—think of it as using a fine-tipped paintbrush instead of a spray can, which can make products more reliable and scalable.

rotary atomization technical

"CDA technology with rotary atomization, enabling adjustable droplet sizes"

Rotary atomization is a manufacturing technique that turns molten metal or liquid material into fine, solid particles by flinging it off a rapidly spinning disk or cup so droplets form and cool into powder—think of a high-speed garden sprinkler turning liquid into many tiny drops that harden. For investors, the process matters because it determines the quality, size consistency, yield and cost of metal powders used in industries like 3D printing, thermal coatings and electronics, which affects product performance and supply-chain economics.

real-time kinematic technical

"supports plug-and-play real-time kinematic ("RTK") connectivity with"

Real-time kinematic (RTK) is a positioning technique that uses live correction signals from a nearby reference station to boost standard GPS accuracy from meters down to centimeters. Investors should care because RTK enables precise automated tasks — like drone delivery, autonomous vehicles, precision farming and construction — which can lower costs, open new services, and create competitive advantages for companies that adopt or sell RTK-enabled products.

trichogramma medical

"supports optional Trichogramma, granule, and spreading payloads"

Trichogramma are tiny, non-stinging parasitic wasps used as a biological pest control tool in agriculture; they lay their eggs inside the eggs of crop-damaging insects, preventing those pests from hatching. For investors, trichogramma matter because they represent a growing, lower-chemical alternative to traditional pesticides that can reduce crop losses, comply with stricter regulations, and open markets for companies offering sustainable farming solutions — think of them as natural, targeted pest “smart bombs.”

uas technical

"a professional agricultural UAS equipped with a 10-liter spraying system"

UAS stands for Unmanned Aircraft System, the complete setup that lets a remotely piloted aircraft (commonly called a drone) fly safely — including the aircraft itself, the ground controller, communications links and supporting equipment. Investors watch UAS because rules, technology and demand for tasks like surveying, delivery or aerial inspection directly affect companies’ sales and regulatory costs; think of it as a vehicle plus its keys, radio and support crew that together determine whether it can operate profitably.

AI-generated analysis. Not financial advice.

Advanced spraying system improves application efficiency while reducing water and pesticide usage for targeted agricultural operations

ENGLEWOOD, Colo., Jan. 21, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- XTI Aerospace, Inc. (Nasdaq: XTIA) ("XTI Aerospace," "XTI," or the "Company"), an aerospace technology company focused on building and scaling its newly acquired subsidiary, Drone Nerds, LLC ("Drone Nerds") and its comprehensive unmanned aircraft system ("UAS") platform for enterprise and government customers, has added the ABZ Innovation L10 V2 agricultural spraying drone to its product line. For targeted spraying and field operations that require maneuverability and precision delivery, such as high-value, smaller crop enterprises, the L10 V2 offers a compact, precision-focused solution.

"By adding the L10 V2 to our enterprise agriculture lineup, Drone Nerds reinforces its role as a trusted partner for agricultural teams seeking advanced solutions that support sustainable practices and real-world operational demands," said Jeremy Schneiderman, CEO of Drone Nerds.

Platform Overview
"The ABZ Innovation L10 V2 is built for agricultural operators who require higher efficiency across critical spraying missions," Schneiderman added.

The ABZ Innovation L10 V2 is a professional agricultural UAS equipped with a 10-liter spraying system and engineered as a fully integrated precision agriculture platform. Designed and manufactured in Europe, the L10 V2 combines advanced spraying technology, high positional accuracy, and autonomous safety features to support structured and repeatable agricultural workflows.

The system utilizes Controlled Droplet Application ("CDA") technology with rotary atomization, enabling adjustable droplet sizes while minimizing drift and maximizing active ingredient efficiency. According to ABZ Innovation, the L10 V2's spraying system can reduce water usage by up to 80 percent and pesticide usage by up to 50 percent, enhancing both operational efficiency and environmental sustainability across specialty crops, orchards, vineyards, and segmented field environments.

The L10 V2 supports plug-and-play real-time kinematic ("RTK") connectivity with compatible EMLID base stations via long range ("LoRa"), enabling centimeter-level positioning for highly precise row, spot, and variable-rate applications. The platform also supports optional Trichogramma, granule, and spreading payloads, allowing operators to deploy multiple biological and seasonal application workflows on a single modular platform.

"The L10 V2 reflects ABZ Innovation's focus on delivering efficient and precise agricultural technology to the U.S. market through our partnership with Drone Nerds," said Károly Ludvigh, CEO of ABZ Innovation. "Developed and manufactured in Europe, the ABZ Innovation L10 V2 is designed to support targeted applications, advanced precision workflows, and responsible resource use for modern agricultural operations."

Designed for Specialized and Structured Use Environments
The L10 V2 is engineered for agricultural operations where precision, agility, and rapid deployment are essential. We believe it is well suited for:

• Progressive farmers adopting precision agriculture technologies
• Agricultural service providers that require a reliable, quickly deployable, and transportable drone solution
• Research, trial, and R&D projects where centimeter-level accuracy and data security are critical

The platform excels in smaller or fragmented fields (up to 124 acres), hilly terrain, hard-to-reach areas, and high-value crops such as vegetables and vineyards. Its rapid setup and portability allow for immediate intervention after rainfall, when traditional equipment cannot access the field.

Designed for short treatment windows and localized applications, the L10 V2 supports fast-response disease control, differential and variable-rate treatments, and biological pest management tasks such as Trichogramma release, facilitating effective operation even in challenging environmental conditions.

European-Built Platform, Procurement Alignment, and Market Availability
The addition of the L10 V2 into Drone Nerds' enterprise agriculture lineup supports customers who require UAS platforms aligned with specific field environments, crop types, and mission profiles, including compact and segmented deployments. Developed and manufactured in Europe, the L10 V2 is built under CE-and ISO-certified manufacturing frameworks, reflecting ABZ Innovation's focus on quality, reliability, and disciplined production standards for enterprise agricultural operations.

For organizations operating under defined sourcing, procurement, or data-handling requirements, the L10 V2 provides an option that aligns with internal policies related to country-of-origin, compliance, and operational governance. By adding the L10 V2 to its portfolio, Drone Nerds expands its ability to support agriculture customers working within structured compliance and procurement frameworks while maintaining flexibility across diverse operational needs.

The ABZ Innovation L10 V2 agricultural spraying drone is now available through Drone Nerds' enterprise sales team. For more information, visit enterprise.dronenerds.com.

About XTI Aerospace
XTI Aerospace, Inc. (Nasdaq: XTIA) is an aerospace technology company focused on the advancement of vertical flight. Through its Drone Nerds business, acquired in November 2025, XTIA is a premier provider of unmanned aircraft systems ("UAS"), solutions, services and hardware. Through its XTI Aircraft business, the Company is engaged in the development of advanced vertical takeoff and landing ("VTOL") aircraft with the range and speed of planes and the take-off and landing capability of helicopters.

For more information about XTI, please visit xtiaerospace.com and follow XTI on LinkedIn, Instagram, X, and YouTube.

About Drone Nerds
Drone Nerds, LLC, a subsidiary of XTI Aerospace, Inc. (Nasdaq: XTIA), provides comprehensive drone solutions for enterprise, private, and recreational needs. Established in 2014, Drone Nerds focuses on ensuring that its customers have the right UAS solution for their unique operational requirements. Through its proprietary Always Flying™ program, Drone Nerds delivers enhanced reliability and assurance for enterprise implementations across industry verticals, including public safety, government, agriculture, construction, insurance, energy, inspection, and more. For more information, visit www.dronenerds.com. 

About ABZ Innovation
ABZ Innovation is a European manufacturer specializing in professional drone solutions for agriculture and industrial applications. The company focuses on engineering quality, operational efficiency, and reliability across its UAS platforms, supporting precision workflows and professional field operations.

Cautionary Statement Regarding Forward-Looking Statements
This press release contains certain "forward-looking statements" within the meaning of the United States Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995, Section 27A of the Securities Act, and Section 21E of the Exchange Act. All statements other than statements of historical fact contained in this press release are forward-looking statements.

Forward-looking statements may be identified by words such as "believe," "continue," "could," "would," "will," "expect," "intend," "plan," "target," "estimate," "project," or similar expressions. These statements are subject to risks, uncertainties, and other factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from those expressed or implied. Such risks include, but are not limited to, market adoption, regulatory requirements, supply chain conditions, technological development, and changes in applicable laws or regulations. XTI undertakes no obligation to update any forward-looking statements to reflect subsequent events or circumstances. Readers are encouraged to review the risk factors described in XTI's filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission, including its most recent Annual Report on Form 10-K and subsequent filings.

Contacts:

General inquiries:
Email: contact@xtiaerospace.com
Web: https://xtiaerospace.com/contact
Drone Nerds: marketing@dronenerds.com

Investor Relations:
Dave Gentry, CEO
RedChip Companies, Inc.
Phone: 1-407-644-4256
Email: XTIA@redchip.com

 

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FAQ

What did XTI Aerospace (XTIA) announce on January 21, 2026 about Drone Nerds?

XTI Aerospace added the ABZ Innovation L10 V2 10-liter agricultural spraying drone to Drone Nerds' enterprise lineup.

How much water and pesticide reduction does the ABZ Innovation L10 V2 claim?

ABZ Innovation cites up to 80% water reduction and up to 50% pesticide reduction using CDA rotary atomization.

What field size is the L10 V2 targeted for and when is it available?

The L10 V2 is aimed at smaller or fragmented fields (up to 124 acres) and is available now via Drone Nerds' enterprise sales team.

Does the L10 V2 support high-precision positioning for variable-rate applications?

Yes; the platform supports RTK connectivity with compatible EMLID base stations over LoRa for centimeter-level positioning.

What payload options does the L10 V2 offer for specialized agriculture tasks?

The L10 V2 supports modular payloads including Trichogramma, granule dispensers, and spreader options.

Will the L10 V2 meet procurement or sourcing requirements for enterprise customers?

The Europe-built L10 V2 is produced under CE and ISO frameworks and is positioned to align with certain sourcing and compliance policies.