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Production / Operations

Draganfly Secures Second Major Order from Fortune 50 Telecommunications Company to Expand NDAA-Compliant Heavy Lift Drone Fleet

By The Northwire Desk — AI Analysis Nov 13, 2025 · 08:30 DPRO · 10.98 Draganfly Inc.
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Executive Summary

  • Draganfly announced a second purchase order from a Fortune 50 telecommunications company for multiple Commander 3XL drones integrated with USaS’s LEAP® tether system.
  • The order expands and standardizes the customer’s NDAA‑compliant drone fleet for emergency‑management and post‑disaster telecom support, representing a significant commercial win.
  • The partnership highlights Draganfly’s continued focus on mission‑critical, long‑endurance aerial solutions for public‑safety and infrastructure markets.

Key Details

  • Customer: Unnamed Fortune 50 telecommunications company (NDAA‑compliant drone fleet).
  • Product: Commander 3XL platform equipped with USaS LEAP® tethered power and communications system.
  • Order Scope: Multiple units (exact quantity not disclosed) – second purchase order from the same customer, indicating repeat business and fleet expansion.
  • Purpose: Enable persistent aerial operations for emergency response, telecommunications infrastructure restoration, and first‑responder support in disrupted environments.
  • Technology Benefits: Continuous power via tether, high‑bandwidth data connectivity, extended mission endurance, and secure communications.
  • Strategic Impact: Validates Draganfly’s NDAA‑compliant multi‑mission drone solution; strengthens market position in disaster‑recovery and telecom infrastructure sectors.
  • Executive Comments:
  • Cameron Chell (President & CEO, Draganfly) emphasized the order as validation of performance and reliability for disaster‑recovery missions.
  • Paul Corry (CEO, USaS) highlighted the synergy of LEAP® tether technology with Draganfly’s platform to deliver extended‑duration aerial assets.

Notable Quotes

  • “This second order validates the performance and reliability of Draganfly’s NDAA‑compliant Drone Systems for disaster recovery, logistics, and communications support.” – Cameron Chell, President & CEO, Draganfly
  • “Our LEAP® tethered system was built for agencies and operators who require extended‑duration aerial assets. Partnering with Draganfly allows us to bring this capability to a proven, mission‑ready platform…” – Paul Corry, CEO, USaS
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