EagleNXT Delivers eBee VISION Drone Kits to U.S. Army Training Center
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EagleNXT has successfully delivered nine eBee VISION drone kits to the U.S. Army’s National Training Center located at Fort Irwin, California. This shipment fulfills an order announced in April 2026 and marks a significant step in the company's commitment to domestic production of drones and sensors in the United States.
The delivery is crucial as it supports the Army's training operations, particularly in opposing force exercises and counter-drone instruction. EagleNXT's CEO, Bill Irby, emphasized that establishing their headquarters in Allen, Texas, was aimed at achieving domestic production, which is now a reality. The eBee VISION drone is designed for intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance, boasting features such as a 90-minute flight time and a video link range of up to 12 miles.
Looking ahead, EagleNXT's operations in Allen are expanding, with the recent launch of the updated MicaSense RedEdge-MX sensor for commercial customers. This dual focus on defense and commercial markets indicates a strategic approach to enhance production capabilities while meeting diverse customer needs. No further timeline was disclosed at the time of publication.
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EagleNXT Ships U.S.-Built Drones to Army Training Center
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