Collaboration to Advance Military UAS & AI Technology

Astra Systems is working with AGI and Trident Aerospace to bring advanced UAS and AI solutions to the defense sector, leveraging AGI's 8(a) designation for unique opportunities By William Mackenzie / 20 Aug 2024

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Astra Systems has entered a joint venture between Adelanto Group Inc. (AGI) and Trident Aerospace, aiming to redefine the landscape of defense solutions. 

The partnership will combine AGI’s commercial acumen and 8(a) designation benefits with Trident Aerospace’s extensive experience in delivering unmanned aerial systems (UAS) and artificial intelligence (AI) technology.

AGI’s involvement provides Astra Systems with significant advantages through its 8(a) designation, enabling the company to access unique government opportunities and benefits. This status allows Astra to conduct operations more effectively in the defense sector, leveraging AGI’s experience as a commercial conduit to drive growth.

Astra Systems will offer its BE-45, a Group 3 unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) with a 12-hour endurance and 120 km operational radius, and the BE-50 (ASU-50), an enhanced version boasting a 14-hour flight endurance and larger payload capacity. 

Additionally, Astra Systems’ product lineup features the Havoc attack UAS, the Ninja free-falling guided munition, and the Spear loitering munition, each designed to meet specific mission requirements with precision and reliability.

Trident Aerospace will bring its expertise in UAS manufacturing and AI development. This expertise will be further bolstered by a partnership with Neuralio, with the company’s advanced AI technologies set to be integrated into Astra’s systems. Neuralio technology will enhance autonomous operations and decision-making capabilities, providing efficiency and effectiveness in mission-critical tasks.

Astra Systems aims to deliver next-generation defense solutions that ensure mission success and operational superiority. By harnessing the combined strengths of advanced UAS technology and cutting-edge AI, Astra is set to provide innovative and reliable solutions to meet modern defense challenges.

Todd Van Dahlen, CEO of Astra Systems, commented, “We are thrilled to launch Astra Systems and bring together the strengths of Adelanto Group Inc. and Trident Aerospace. This joint venture positions us to deliver innovative, reliable, and cost-effective defense solutions that meet the evolving needs of our clients. With our comprehensive range of UAS and munitions, combined with advanced AI capabilities, we are set to revolutionize the defense industry.”

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