GA-ASI and Saab Complete First Flight of MQ-9B With Early Warning Radar Written 25 May 2026
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MQ-9B Reaper | Credit: United States Air Force; Wikimedia Commons; Public Domain
Unmanned Systems Technology reports, “General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI) has conducted the first validation flight of its MQ-9B Remotely Piloted Aircraft using Airborne Early Warning radar pods. The AEW capability is being provided through a partnership with Saab. Once the AEW sensor, named LoyalEye, is made available to MQ-9B operators and new customers, it will deliver persistent and cost-effective air surveillance capabilities in regions where it is currently unavailable.”
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