Draganfly Outrider(TM) Border Drone Demonstrates Mission Success on the Southern Border with U.S. Law Enforcement - Drives Multi-Agency Procurement Interest

Executive Summary

• Draganfly successfully completed live border‑security demonstration missions of its Outrider™ Border Drone at the Cochise County Drone Summit (Nov 16‑17, 2025).
• The demonstrations showcased 7‑hour flight endurance, 100 lb payload capacity and integration with AI‑enabled sensors, drawing strong interest from federal, state, local and military agencies.
• CEO Cameron Chell highlighted the milestone as validation of Draganfly’s NDAA‑compliant platform and a catalyst for capturing growing U.S. homeland‑security drone demand.

Key Details

• Demonstration Scope: Two‑day live flight missions across complex terrain along the U.S.–Mexico border, illustrating surveillance, emergency response, apprehension support and secure communications capabilities.
• Platform Specs:
• Payload capacity up to 100 lb
• Continuous flight time up to 7 hours
• Compatible with advanced imaging, AI‑enabled remote‑sensing payloads and a range of logistics accessories
• Seamless integration with Draganfly’s Flex FPV, Apex, Commander III and Heavy Lift systems.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Federal, state, local law‑enforcement and U.S. military representatives attended; media coverage emphasized heightened public‑government focus on unmanned aerial solutions for border security.
• Agency Feedback: Positive direct feedback on mission‑critical design, interoperability with existing border‑management architectures, and potential procurement interest.
• Strategic Outlook: Anticipated acceleration of federal and state investment in NDAA‑compliant drone infrastructure positions Draganfly to expand market share in border security, defense and public‑safety sectors.

Notable Quotes

“This demonstration validated system performance in one of the most challenging operating environments in North America,” – Cameron Chell, CEO, Draganfly.
“Seeing multiple agencies experience our platform firsthand reinforces Draganfly’s position as a trusted domestic supplier of UAS technology built to protect lives and secure borders.” – Cameron Chell

Materiality Assessment: Material – Positive (the successful demonstration represents a significant validation milestone that could materially influence future contract opportunities and revenue growth).