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Investing.com -- AgEagle Aerial Systems Inc (NYSE:UAVS) stock surged 25% after the company announced its eBee TAC drone received Blue UAS certification, making it eligible for procurement by the U.S. Department of Defense and other federal agencies.
The certification confirms the drone meets security and performance standards required by the DoD, positioning AgEagle to supply military customers with technology for modern battlefield scenarios. The eBee TAC previously held Green UAS certification, which now serves as a direct pathway to the Blue UAS Cleared status.
"This is a transformative moment for AgEagle and places us in a position to supply our military with the equipment and technology needed to counter modern battlefield threat situations," said Bill Irby, CEO of AgEagle Aerial Systems.
The achievement follows months of collaboration between the Association for Uncrewed Vehicle Systems International, the Defense Innovation Unit, and federal stakeholders. The certification aligns with Executive Order 14307 and the Secretary of Defense’s memorandum aimed at rapidly deploying NDAA-compliant Group 1 and 2 drones.
The eBee TAC is a lightweight, hand-launched fixed-wing drone weighing 3.5 pounds, designed for tactical mapping and reconnaissance operations. It offers up to 90 minutes of flight time, can operate in disconnected environments, and supports secure data sharing for near real-time situational awareness. These capabilities align with Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth’s call for low-cost, expendable drones for squad-level operations.
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