Exhibit 99.1
RANTIZO
UNVEILS PROTOTYPE OF LONG-RANGE FIXED-WING SURVEILLANCE DRONE
New
unmanned aircraft designed for border security, forestry, wildfire monitoring and critical infrastructure surveillance; commercial availability
anticipated in mid-2027
HOUSTON,
TX – October 28, 2026 Rantizo, Inc. (NASDAQ: RNTZ) (“Rantizo” or the “Company”), an emerging provider
of advanced drone technologies and services, today announced the unveiling of its new fixed-wing surveillance drone prototype, expanding
the Company’s unmanned aircraft portfolio into aerial intelligence, surveillance, reconnaissance and monitoring applications. Rantizo
anticipates that the aircraft will be commercially available in mid-2027, subject to completion of testing and manufacturing preparations.
Designed
to support operations across diverse environments, the new aircraft combines long-range flight capabilities, high-speed performance and
advanced imaging technology in a compact, electrically powered platform. The system is designed to address demand for aerial surveillance
solutions across border security, forestry and wildfire management, critical infrastructure inspection, environmental monitoring and
public safety operations.
The
prototype introduction represents another step in Rantizo’s strategy to develop and commercialize specialized drone technologies
that address operational challenges across government and commercial markets.
Expanding
the Role of Unmanned Aerial Surveillance
Rantizo’s
fixed-wing platform is designed to provide operators with an efficient means of monitoring large geographic areas, accessing remote locations
and collecting actionable aerial intelligence.
Built
for rapid deployment and operational flexibility, the aircraft is designed to cover wide geographic areas, with a targeted range of up
to 130 miles, a maximum speed of 75 miles per hour and an altitude capability exceeding 12,000 feet.
Its
compact 43.9-inch wingspan and 45.4-inch fuselage length provide a portable platform capable of supporting a variety of surveillance
and monitoring missions.
The
aircraft was developed with camera and target-recognition capabilities to support the identification, observation and monitoring of objects,
terrain and activities across multiple operating environments.
Potential
applications include:
| ● | Border
Security and Surveillance: Supporting aerial monitoring of remote border regions, transportation
corridors and geographically challenging terrain. The aircraft is designed to provide an
additional surveillance capability for situational awareness, observation and reconnaissance
missions. |
| ● | Forestry
and Wildfire Management: Supporting forestry agencies, land managers and emergency response
organizations with aerial monitoring of forested areas, wildfire risk assessment, vegetation
observation and post-fire damage evaluation. |
| ● | Critical
Infrastructure Monitoring: Providing aerial observation capabilities for pipelines, utility
corridors, energy infrastructure, transportation networks and other critical assets where
routine monitoring and situational awareness are essential. |
| ● | Public
Safety and Emergency Response: Supporting search-and-rescue operations, disaster assessment,
emergency management and other missions where timely aerial intelligence can improve operational
coordination. |
| ● | Environmental
and Land Management: Enabling aerial monitoring of remote landscapes, natural resources,
agricultural regions and environmentally sensitive areas. |
Engineered
for Performance and Operational Flexibility
The
fixed-wing aircraft has been developed with a high-efficiency battery-powered propulsion system and an aerodynamic design intended to
support efficient flight operations.
The
prototype’s specifications and targeted performance capabilities include:
| Aircraft
Specification |
|
Targeted
Capability |
| Wingspan |
|
43.9
inches |
| Aircraft
Length |
|
45.4
inches |
| Maximum
Speed |
|
75
mph |
| Cruising
Speed |
|
43.4
mph |
| Climb
Rate |
|
2000
+ feet per minute |
| Altitude |
|
12,000
feet + |
| Payload
Capacity |
|
More
than 4 pounds |
| Range |
|
150
miles > |
| Detection
Profile |
|
Low |
| Maneuverability |
|
Full
spectrum |
| Power
Source |
|
High-efficiency
battery |
| Navigation |
|
GPS
/ LORAN |
| Camera
and Mission Recognition |
|
Yes |
Specifications
are subject to change as testing progresses.
The
aircraft’s combination of speed, range and payload capacity is designed to provide flexibility for mission-specific surveillance
and operational requirements.
Advancing
Rantizo’s Multi-Market Drone Strategy
The
new drone is intended to complement Rantizo’s existing initiatives in agricultural aviation, forestry, wildfire response and other
specialized unmanned aircraft applications.
“At
Rantizo, we believe the future of unmanned aviation will be defined by the ability to deliver practical solutions to challenges that
conventional aircraft and ground-based systems cannot efficiently address,” said Marianne McInerney, President of Rantizo.
“Our
new fixed-wing surveillance drone represents an important expansion of that vision. From monitoring remote border regions and protecting
critical infrastructure to helping forestry agencies assess wildfire threats, we are developing technologies that provide operators with
greater visibility, reach and operational flexibility. With commercial availability anticipated in mid-2027, this drone represents another
step toward bringing specialized unmanned aviation capabilities to markets where they can make a meaningful difference.”
Rantizo
plans to continue testing of the platform in preparation for anticipated commercial availability in mid-2027. The Company intends to
pursue opportunities with government agencies, commercial operators and industry partners seeking specialized aerial surveillance and
monitoring capabilities.
About
Rantizo
Rantizo
(NASDAQ: RNTZ), headquartered in Houston, Texas, develops drone-based technologies and services designed to address operational challenges
across agriculture, forestry, emergency response, infrastructure and commercial markets.
Through
its expanding portfolio of unmanned aircraft systems, Rantizo is focused on advancing drone technology, supporting domestic manufacturing
capabilities and delivering innovative aerial solutions for applications where efficiency, accessibility and operational performance
are critical.
Forward-Looking
Statements
This
press release contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. These statements
include, without limitation, statements regarding the Company’s plans to develop, test, manufacture, commercialize and market its
fixed-wing surveillance drone; anticipated commercial availability in mid-2027; expected product specifications and performance capabilities;
potential applications and customer demand; future government and commercial opportunities; and the Company’s broader business
strategy. There can be no assurance that development and testing will be completed as anticipated, that the aircraft will achieve its
targeted specifications or that commercial availability will occur within the expected timeframe, however.
Forward-looking
statements are subject to risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ materially from those expressed or implied.
These risks include product development and testing, manufacturing readiness, regulatory approvals and operating restrictions, market
acceptance, competition, supply chain conditions, capital requirements and other factors described in the Company’s filings with
the Securities and Exchange Commission. You can identify some of these forward-looking statements by words or phrases such as “may,”
“will,” “expect,” “anticipate,” “aim,” “estimate,” “intend,”
“plan,” “believe,” “is/are likely to,” “potential,” “continue” or other similar
expressions. We have based these forward-looking statements largely on our current expectations and projections about future events.
These forward-looking statements involve various risks and uncertainties. Except as required by law, we undertake no obligation to update
or revise publicly any forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise, after the date
on which the statements are made or to reflect the occurrence of unanticipated events. We qualify all of our forward-looking statements
by these cautionary statements.
The
Company undertakes no obligation to update any forward-looking statements except as required by applicable law.
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