Saab and GA-ASI successfully flight-tested the LoyalEye radar on the MQ-9B drone, marking a significant advancement in unmanned airborne early warning capabilities for global defense applications.
Saab has successfully demonstrated the integration of its LoyalEye radar system with General Atomics' MQ-9B remotely piloted aircraft. This milestone validates the technical feasibility of Saab's airborne early warning technology in unmanned platforms, potentially opening new market segments within the global defense sector.
The test aimed to demonstrate the integration and operational capability of Saab's LoyalEye radar system on the MQ-9B remotely piloted aircraft.
The project is a collaboration between Saab and General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI).
Successful integration of LoyalEye AEW with the MQ-9B expands GA-ASI's unmanned aircraft capability offerings.
Saab and General Atomics Aeronautical Systems have successfully completed flight tests integrating the LoyalEye airborne early warning radar with the MQ-9B remotely piloted aircraft. This milestone enhances the surveillance capabilities of unmanned platforms, positioning both companies to capture increased demand in the global defense market for advanced airborne early warning systems.
The test demonstrates the successful integration of advanced airborne early warning radar technology into an unmanned platform, significantly increasing the surveillance range and capability of the MQ-9B drone.