MQ-9B Sky Guardian

MQ-9B Completes Flight Into Known Icing Tests to Boost All-Weather Ops

GA-ASI's MQ-9B drone has completed tests to certify it for Flight Into Known Icing (FIKI) conditions. 

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Canada’s Future MQ-9 Drone Fleet to Launch With Limited Capability

Canada’s first MQ-9 unmanned aerial systems are set to enter service in 2028 but will initially operate with limited functions.

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General Atomics Brings Long-Range Naval Punch to MQ-9B Drone

General Atomics is adapting its MQ-9B drones to strike from greater distances, preparing them for extended air and naval operations.

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Drone Becomes the Radar: MQ-9B Readies for AEW&C Upgrade

AEW&C is a critical capability that provides airborne early warning, simultaneous target tracking, and crucial aerial awareness to detect threats.

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Belgium’s First MQ-9B SkyGuardian Takes Maiden Flight

Belgium’s first of four MQ-9B SkyGuardians, made by General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI), has taken its maiden flight in the country. 

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Denmark Procures MQ-9B Drones to Enhance Maritime Surveillance

Denmark has signed an agreement to buy four MQ-9B SkyGuardian drones to beef up surveillance capability in the Baltic Sea.

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General Atomics Rolls Out Sidekick Drone for MQ-9B Missions

General Atomics has introduced a new drone designed to back up MQ-9B operations, handling high-risk tasks like scouting, jamming, and precision strikes.

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UK, General Atomics Strike Long-Term Support Deal for Protector Drone Fleet

The UK has signed a long-term logistics and sustainment contract with General Atomics to support the Royal Air Force’s fleet of Protector RG Mk1 remotely piloted aircraft.

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General Atomics, CAE Partner to Develop SkyGuardian Training System

General Atomics and CAE have partnered to develop the next-generation mission trainer for the MQ-9B SkyGuardian drone.

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Canadian SkyGuardian Drones Begin Assembly in California

Canada has announced the start of production for its MQ-9B SkyGuardian drones in San Diego, California.

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