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Draganfly to supply Flex FPV drones to U.S. Army

By The Northwire Desk — AI Analysis Sep 30, 2025 · 15:36 DPRO · 9.57 Draganfly Inc
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Executive Summary

  • Draganfly Inc. has been selected by the U.S. Army to supply Flex FPV drone systems under an initial order.
  • The agreement includes on‑site manufacturing at overseas U.S. Forces facilities, flight and manufacturing training for army personnel, and logistics management to ensure a secure, NDAA‑compliant supply chain.
  • This contract represents a strategic milestone that brings advanced drone capabilities closer to the theatre of operations, enhancing force readiness and reducing logistical vulnerabilities.

Key Details

  • Contract Scope: Delivery of Flex FPV drones plus establishment of on‑site manufacturing capability within overseas U.S. Forces facilities.
  • Training & Support: Draganfly will provide both flight training and manufacturing training to Army personnel; it will also manage logistics for a secure, NDAA‑compliant supply chain.
  • Operational Impact: Enables rapid deployment of drone systems, reduces supply‑chain timelines, and supports decentralized innovation in forward‑deployed forces.
  • Recent Operational Context: Cited examples include the Swift Response 2025 exercise in Lithuania (FPV drones used against autonomous targets) and the first air‑to‑air kill with an armed FPV drone in August 2025.
  • Strategic Significance: Aligns with U.S. Army’s shift toward agile, forward‑deployed drone capabilities and embedded manufacturing to sustain operations near the front lines.

Notable Quotes

“We are honoured to support the U.S. Army as it moves critical drone capabilities closer to front lines,” said Cameron Chell, President and CEO of Draganfly. “By combining advanced Flex FPV drone systems, embedded manufacturing, training and secure logistics, we are helping reinforce operational agility and sustainment for forward‑deployed forces.”

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