Teledyne FLIR Defense Wins $91 Million Contract from U.S. Army for Black Hornet 4 Nano-Drones
Teledyne FLIR Defense, part of Teledyne Technologies Incorporated (NYSE:TDY), has secured a five-year contract worth up to $91 million from the U.S. Army for its Black Hornet® 4 Personal Reconnaissance Systems. This contract falls under the Soldier Borne Sensor (SBS) program, Phase II. The company has already received $25 million in initial orders for the first batch of Black Hornet 4 drones, controllers, spare parts, and training.
The U.S. Army has been acquiring Black Hornet systems since 2018, with orders totaling over $215 million to date. The Black Hornet 4, designed and built in Norway, is a nano-unmanned aerial system (UAS) used by soldiers for squad and small unit surveillance and reconnaissance. It provides situational awareness from protected positions, enhancing soldier safety. Currently, Black Hornet systems are utilized by more than 40 countries worldwide.
Teledyne FLIR Defense, parte di Teledyne Technologies Incorporated (NYSE:TDY), ha ottenuto un contratto di cinque anni del valore di fino a 91 milioni di dollari dall'Esercito degli Stati Uniti per i suoi Black Hornet® 4 Personal Reconnaissance Systems. Questo contratto rientra nel programma Soldier Borne Sensor (SBS), Fase II. L'azienda ha già ricevuto 25 milioni di dollari in ordini iniziali per il primo lotto di droni Black Hornet 4, controller, parti di ricambio e formazione.
L'Esercito degli Stati Uniti ha acquisito sistemi Black Hornet dal 2018, con ordini totali superiori a 215 milioni di dollari fino ad oggi. Il Black Hornet 4, progettato e costruito in Norvegia, è un sistema aereo senza pilota nano (UAS) utilizzato dai soldati per la sorveglianza e la ricognizione di squadre e piccole unità. Fornisce consapevolezza situazionale da posizioni protette, aumentando la sicurezza dei soldati. Attualmente, i sistemi Black Hornet sono utilizzati da oltre 40 paesi in tutto il mondo.
Teledyne FLIR Defense, parte de Teledyne Technologies Incorporated (NYSE:TDY), ha asegurado un contrato de cinco años por un valor de hasta 91 millones de dólares del Ejército de EE. UU. para sus Black Hornet® 4 Personal Reconnaissance Systems. Este contrato forma parte del programa Soldier Borne Sensor (SBS), Fase II. La empresa ya ha recibido 25 millones de dólares en pedidos iniciales para el primer lote de drones Black Hornet 4, controladores, piezas de repuesto y capacitación.
El Ejército de EE. UU. ha estado adquiriendo sistemas Black Hornet desde 2018, con órdenes que totalizan más de 215 millones de dólares hasta la fecha. El Black Hornet 4, diseñado y construido en Noruega, es un sistema aéreo no tripulado nano (UAS) utilizado por soldados para la vigilancia y la recogida de información de escuadras y pequeñas unidades. Proporciona conciencia situacional desde posiciones protegidas, mejorando la seguridad del soldado. Actualmente, los sistemas Black Hornet son utilizados por más de 40 países en todo el mundo.
Teledyne FLIR Defense는 Teledyne Technologies Incorporated(NYSE:TDY)의 일부로, 미국 육군으로부터 최대 9100만 달러 규모의 5년 계약을 체결했습니다. 이 계약은 Soldier Borne Sensor(SBS) 프로그램의 2단계에 해당합니다. 이 회사는 이미 첫 번째 배치의 Black Hornet 4 드론, 컨트롤러, 예비 부품 및 교육을 위해 2500만 달러의 초기 주문을 받았습니다.
미국 육군은 2018년부터 Black Hornet 시스템을 구매했으며, 현재까지 총 2억 1500만 달러 이상의 주문이 이루어졌습니다. 노르웨이에서 설계되고 제작된 Black Hornet 4는 군인들이 분대 및 소규모 부대의 감시와 정찰을 위해 사용하는 나노 무인 항공 시스템(UAS)입니다. 보호된 위치에서 상황 인식을 제공하여 군인의 안전성을 높입니다. 현재 Black Hornet 시스템은 40개국 이상에서 사용되고 있습니다.
Teledyne FLIR Defense, qui fait partie de Teledyne Technologies Incorporated (NYSE:TDY), a obtenu un contrat de cinq ans d'une valeur allant jusqu'à 91 millions de dollars de l'Armée des États-Unis pour ses Black Hornet® 4 Personal Reconnaissance Systems. Ce contrat fait partie du programme Soldier Borne Sensor (SBS), Phase II. L'entreprise a déjà reçu 25 millions de dollars de commandes initiales pour le premier lot de drones Black Hornet 4, de contrôleurs, de pièces de rechange et de formation.
L'Armée des États-Unis a acquis des systèmes Black Hornet depuis 2018, avec des commandes totalisant plus de 215 millions de dollars à ce jour. Le Black Hornet 4, conçu et fabriqué en Norvège, est un système aérien sans pilote nano (UAS) utilisé par les soldats pour la surveillance et la reconnaissance des escouades et des petites unités. Il offre une vigilance situationnelle depuis des positions protégées, augmentant ainsi la sécurité des soldats. Actuellement, les systèmes Black Hornet sont utilisés par plus de 40 pays dans le monde.
Teledyne FLIR Defense, Teil von Teledyne Technologies Incorporated (NYSE:TDY), hat einen Fünf-Jahres-Vertrag im Wert von bis zu 91 Millionen US-Dollar vom US-Militär für seine Black Hornet® 4 Personal Reconnaissance Systems gesichert. Dieser Vertrag fällt unter das Soldier Borne Sensor (SBS) Programm, Phase II. Das Unternehmen hat bereits 25 Millionen US-Dollar an Erstbestellungen für die erste Charge von Black Hornet 4 Drohnen, Controllern, Ersatzteilen und Schulungen erhalten.
Die US-Armee erwirbt seit 2018 Black Hornet Systeme, mit Bestellungen, die sich bis dato auf über 215 Millionen US-Dollar belaufen. Der Black Hornet 4, entworfen und gebaut in Norwegen, ist ein nano-unbemanntes Luftfahrzeugsystem (UAS), das von Soldaten für die Überwachung und Aufklärung von Truppen und kleinen Einheiten verwendet wird. Es bietet situative Wahrnehmung von geschützten Positionen aus und erhöht so die Sicherheit der Soldaten. Derzeit werden Black Hornet Systeme in mehr als 40 Ländern weltweit eingesetzt.
- Secured a $91 million contract with the U.S. Army for Black Hornet 4 systems
- Received $25 million in initial orders for the first tranche of drones and related equipment
- Total U.S. Army investment in Black Hornet likely to exceed $250 million by 2030
- Black Hornet systems are used by more than 40 countries globally
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The Black Hornet 4's adoption by over 40 countries highlights its market leadership in nano-UAS technology. This contract solidifies Teledyne FLIR's position in the defense sector and suggests strong future revenue potential. With total Army investment projected to exceed
Investors should note the strategic importance of nano-UAS in modern warfare and the potential for increased defense spending in this area. The contract's five-year duration provides revenue visibility and stability, which is particularly valuable in the current economic climate.
The Black Hornet 4 represents a significant advancement in soldier-level reconnaissance capabilities. Its compact size, ease of use and ability to provide real-time video and imagery make it a game-changer for small unit tactics. The system's rapid deployment and enhanced situational awareness can dramatically improve soldier safety and operational effectiveness.
The U.S. Army's continued investment in this technology, expanding from the Black Hornet 3 to the newer 4 model, indicates a strong commitment to integrating nano-UAS into standard military operations. This trend is likely to influence other military forces globally, potentially expanding Teledyne FLIR's market opportunities.
The widespread adoption by 40+ countries suggests that the Black Hornet system has become a de facto standard in nano-UAS for military applications. This market dominance positions Teledyne FLIR favorably for future contracts and international sales, potentially leading to additional revenue streams beyond this U.S. Army contract.
Total Army investment in Black Hornet likely to top
Teledyne FLIR Defense has won a five-year contract worth up to
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The Black Hornet 4 system is designed to be easy for the soldier to carry, launch quickly, and then provide video and images back to the operator. This capability provides soldiers with situational awareness more safely from a protected position.
“The Black Hornet 4 stands out as the world’s most capable nano-UAS for the world’s most high-risk missions,” said Dr. JihFen Lei, president of Teledyne FLIR Defense. “We are honored the Army continues to place its trust in us as drone-of-choice provider for Soldier Borne Sensor, and we’re proud to see our technology making a real difference for warfighters on the battlefield.”
Black Hornet systems are currently being used by more than 40 countries to provide a quick response when soldiers need to collect vital information about the areas they are operating in and moving into.
The award-winning Black Hornet 4 is designed and built by Teledyne FLIR Defense in
About Teledyne FLIR Defense
Teledyne FLIR Defense has been providing advanced, mission-critical technology and systems for more than 45 years. Our products are on the frontlines of the world’s most pressing military, security and public safety challenges. As a global leader in thermal imaging, we design and build sophisticated surveillance sensors for air, land and maritime use. We develop the most rugged, trusted unmanned air and ground platforms, as well as intelligent sensing devices used to detect chemicals, biological agents, radiation and explosives. At Teledyne FLIR Defense we bring together this expertise to deliver solutions that enable critical decisions and keep our world safe – from any threat, anywhere. To learn more, visit us online or follow @flir and @flir_defense.
About Teledyne Technologies
Teledyne Technologies is a leading provider of sophisticated digital imaging products and software, instrumentation, aerospace and defense electronics, and engineered systems. Teledyne's operations are primarily located in
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