Airbus' helicopters unit wins drone contract from French Navy
Airbus and Naval Group have secured a significant contract to build six VSR700 drones for the French Navy. These advanced uncrewed aerial systems will enhance the navy's capabilities for intelligence and surveillance. The drones are slated for ope...
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Airbus' helicopters division and defence firm Naval Group have won a contract from France's defence procurement agency to make six VSR700 drones for the French Navy, the aerospace group said on Friday.
Financial details of the deal, which follows a framework agreement signed last June, were not disclosed.
The six drones will be operated from 2028 by the French Navy, Airbus said in a statement.
The VSR700 is a dual-use uncrewed aerial system that complements ships for intelligence, surveillance, targeting and reconnaissance purposes.
Financial details of the deal, which follows a framework agreement signed last June, were not disclosed.
The six drones will be operated from 2028 by the French Navy, Airbus said in a statement.
The VSR700 is a dual-use uncrewed aerial system that complements ships for intelligence, surveillance, targeting and reconnaissance purposes.
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