Draganfly names ex-RCAF colonel to defense role

Draganfly Inc. (DPRO) reported the appointment of Colonel (Ret’d) Kevin Leblond as Vice-President, Canadian Defence and Security, to lead its Canadian military initiatives and broader defence and security business.

Rhea-AI Filing Summary

Draganfly Inc. (DPRO) reported the appointment of Colonel (Ret’d) Kevin Leblond as Vice-President, Canadian Defence and Security, to lead its Canadian military initiatives and broader defence and security business. Leblond brings 29 years of Royal Canadian Air Force experience spanning unmanned systems, continental defence, NATO, NORAD and coalition operations.

His background includes roles as Battle Director at the Combined Air Operations Centre with U.S. Central Command in Qatar, Canada’s lead defence negotiator at NATO in Brussels, Director of the NORAD Office in Ottawa, and Commanding Officer of 443 Maritime Helicopter Squadron overseeing more than 300 personnel. Draganfly states that his appointment strengthens its Canadian defence leadership as it expands engagement with the Canadian Armed Forces, Department of National Defence, defence industry partners and allied governments.

Key Figures

Service experience: 29 years Squadron personnel led: More than 300 personnel NATO delegation tenure: Four years

3 metrics

Service experience 29 years Leblond’s service with the Royal Canadian Air Force

Squadron personnel led More than 300 personnel As Commanding Officer of 443 Maritime Helicopter Squadron

NATO delegation tenure Four years With the Canadian Delegation to NATO in Brussels

Key Terms

unmanned systems, ISR, counter-UAS, Combined Air Operations Centre, +2 more

6 terms

unmanned systems technical

"experience across unmanned systems, continental defence, defence procurement"

Unmanned systems are machines that operate without a person on board, such as drones, robotic vehicles, or stationary automated platforms controlled remotely or operating autonomously. Investors care because these systems can open new markets, cut labor and operating costs, and face unique regulatory, safety and technology risks—think of them as robotic helpers that can boost productivity but whose value depends on rules, reliability and customer adoption.

ISR technical

"where unmanned systems, autonomy, ISR and counter-UAS capabilities"

ISR stands for socially responsible investing (from the French phrase Investissement Socialement Responsable) and means choosing stocks, bonds or funds based on environmental, social and governance criteria in addition to financial return. Like picking a brand that matches your values, ISR matters to investors because it helps align portfolios with personal or institutional priorities, can reduce exposure to companies with regulatory or reputational risks, and can influence demand and valuation for firms deemed more sustainable.

counter-UAS technical

"including integrated air defence, counter-UAS and UAS/ISR employment"

Counter-UAS (counter-unmanned aircraft systems) are tools and tactics used to detect, track, and disable or divert drones that pose a threat to people, property, or operations. Think of them as a combination of a security camera, alarm system, and net that can find an unwanted flying device and stop it before it causes harm. Investors care because demand, regulation, and deployment of these systems affect revenue, contract opportunities, legal risk, and the valuation of companies that build or use them.

Combined Air Operations Centre military

"serving as Battle Director at the Combined Air Operations Centre"

NORAD military

"served as Director of the NORAD Office in Ottawa"

Norad (short for noradrenaline, also called norepinephrine) is a naturally occurring hormone and drug that tightens blood vessels and raises heart rate to support blood pressure, commonly used in emergency and critical care. Investors watch developments involving norad because approvals, supply, pricing, or new clinical evidence can change demand and costs for hospitals and drugmakers — like a medical ‘throttle’ that affects how patients are stabilized and how much care costs.

domain awareness technical

"including airspace surveillance, sensor integration and emerging domain awareness"

FAQ

What leadership change did Draganfly Inc. (DPRO) announce in this 6-K?

Draganfly announced the appointment of Colonel (Ret’d) Kevin Leblond as Vice-President, Canadian Defence and Security, where he will lead the Company’s Canadian military initiatives and broader defence and security engagement.

What experience does Kevin Leblond bring to Draganfly (DPRO)?

Kevin Leblond brings 29 years of Royal Canadian Air Force service, including work in unmanned systems, continental defence, defence procurement, NATO, NORAD and joint coalition operations, as well as leadership of 443 Maritime Helicopter Squadron with more than 300 personnel.

What will be Kevin Leblond’s focus at Draganfly Inc. (DPRO)?

As Vice-President, Canadian Defence and Security, Leblond will lead Draganfly’s Canadian military initiatives and support the Company’s expanding engagement with the Canadian Armed Forces, Department of National Defence, defence industry partners and allied governments.

How does Draganfly describe the strategic context for this appointment?

Leblond states that Canada and its allies are adapting to a security environment where unmanned systems, autonomy, ISR and counter-UAS are increasingly central to operations, and that Draganfly has the technology and ability to move quickly in this environment.

What is Draganfly Inc. (DPRO)’s core business as described here?

Draganfly is described as a leader in cutting-edge drone solutions and software, providing technology to public safety, civil, military, agriculture, industrial inspection, security, mapping and surveying markets, with a mission to deliver efficient solutions and first-class services globally.

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UNITED STATES

SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION

Washington, D.C. 20549

FORM 6-K

REPORT OF FOREIGN PRIVATE ISSUER PURSUANT TO RULE 13a-16 OR 15d-16

UNDER THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934

For the month of September 2026

Commission File Number: 001-40688

DRAGANFLY INC.

(Translation of registrant’s name into English)

235 103^rd St. E.

Saskatoon, Saskatchewan S7N 1Y8

Canada

(Address of principal executive office)

Indicate by check mark whether the registrant files or will file annual reports under cover of Form 20-F or Form 40-F.

☐ Form 20-F ☒ Form 40-F

SIGNATURES

Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned, thereunto duly authorized.

	Draganfly Inc.
	(Registrant)
Date: September 9, 2026	By:	/s/ Paul Sun
	Name:	Paul Sun

Form 6-K Exhibit Index

Exhibit Number		Document Description
99.1		Press Release of the Registrant dated September 9, 2026.

Exhibit 99.1

Draganfly Appoints Colonel (Ret’d) Kevin Leblond to Lead Canadian Defence and Security Initiatives

Former Royal Canadian Air Force senior leader brings 29 years of operational, NORAD, NATO and unmanned systems experience to Draganfly’s growing Canadian defence business

Ottawa, ON, September 9, 2026 — Draganfly Inc. (NASDAQ: DPRO; CSE: DPRO; FSE: 3U8) (“Draganfly” or the “Company”), an award-winning, industry-leading developer of drone solutions and systems, today announced the appointment of Colonel (Ret’d) Kevin Leblond as Vice-President, Canadian Defence and Security, where he will lead the Company’s Canadian military initiatives.

Leblond joins Draganfly following 29 years of service with the Royal Canadian Air Force, bringing extensive experience across unmanned systems, continental defence, defence procurement, NATO, and joint coalition operations.

His operational experience includes serving as Battle Director at the Combined Air Operations Centre with U.S. Central Command in Qatar, where he helped direct coalition air operations across the Middle East, including integrated air defence, counter-UAS and UAS/ISR employment.

Leblond also served in the Strategic Joint Staff and was responsible for Canadian joint operations in Europe and Ukraine and spent four years with the Canadian Delegation to NATO in Brussels as Canada’s lead defence negotiator across defence policy, capability and burden-sharing files.

Most recently, Leblond served as Director of the NORAD Office in Ottawa providing leadership on NORAD operations, planning and continental defence modernization, including airspace surveillance, sensor integration and emerging domain awareness.

“Kevin brings a rare combination of operational credibility, strategic defence experience and a firsthand understanding of how military requirements move into procurement and deployment,” said Cameron Chell, CEO of Draganfly. “Canada is entering an important period of defence modernization, particularly in unmanned systems, domain awareness and autonomous capabilities. Kevin’s experience and leadership significantly strengthen our ability to support those requirements.”

As Commanding Officer of 443 Maritime Helicopter Squadron, Leblond led more than 300 personnel and was responsible for the readiness and operations of Canada’s frontline maritime helicopter force in direct support of the Canadian Armed Forces Pacific Fleet. He also holds Government of Canada Project Director and Project Manager qualifications and has direct experience with capability development, requirements definition, and major equipment acquisition.

“Canada and its allies are adapting quickly to a security environment where unmanned systems, autonomy, ISR and counter-UAS capabilities are increasingly central to operations,” said Leblond. “Draganfly has the technology, Canadian heritage and ability to move quickly that are increasingly important in this environment. I am excited to help expand the Company’s role in supporting Canada and its allies.”

Leblond holds a Master of Science in Leadership and Management from the University of Portsmouth, a Master of Defence Studies and a Bachelor of Arts from the Royal Military College of Canada. He has received commendations from the Minister of National Defence, the Chief of the Defence Staff, and Commander Canadian Joint Operations Command.

The appointment strengthens Draganfly’s Canadian defence leadership as the Company expands its engagement with the Canadian Armed Forces, Department of National Defence, defence industry partners and allied governments.

About Draganfly

Draganfly Inc. (NASDAQ: DPRO; CSE: DPRO; FSE: 3U8) 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, civil, military, 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.

For more information, visit www.draganfly.com.

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Media Contact

Erika Racicot

Email: media@draganfly.com

Company Contact

Cameron Chell

Chief Executive Officer

(306) 955-9907

Email: info@draganfly.com

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