Draganfly Secures USAF Special Ops Flex FPV Contract with Camp Pendleton Training
Draganfly won a contract to supply Flex FPV drones and training to U.S. Air Force Special Operations Command through DelMar Aerospace, with its first cohort starting at Camp Pendleton in mid-February. The modular Flex FPV platform covers assembly, repair, flight operations and advanced mission planning, enhancing scalable tactical UAS readiness.
1. Contract Award Details
Draganfly was awarded a contract to provide its Flex FPV unmanned aerial systems and comprehensive training services to U.S. Air Force Special Operations Command. The engagement is executed through a partnership with DelMar Aerospace and kicks off mid-February at Camp Pendleton’s UAS range.
2. Training Program Scope
The training curriculum encompasses first-person-view drone assembly, repair procedures, flight operations and advanced mission planning. The initial cohort will undergo hands-on instruction to ensure readiness for tactical deployment in real-world special operations scenarios.
3. Flex FPV Platform Features
The Flex FPV system offers a modular design capable of rapid configuration changes across diverse flight profiles and payloads. Its common hardware baseline supports streamlined logistics and maintenance, while delivering reliability and adaptability for evolving mission requirements.
4. Strategic Implications for Draganfly
Securing a U.S. Air Force Special Operations contract bolsters Draganfly’s defense sector credentials and provides a reference point for future military and federal opportunities. The revenue and visibility from this engagement could accelerate adoption of its tactical drone solutions across other branches and allied partners.