General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI), has launched the latest advanced variant of the Gray Eagle line of Unmanned Aircraft Systems, the Gray Eagle 25M. The GE-25M brings a Modular Open Systems Approach (MOSA) to the Multi-Domain Operations (MDO)-capable system which ensures that incremental enhancements can be made at the speed of emerging threats. General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI) is a military contractor and subsidiary of General Atomics that designs and manufactures unmanned aerial vehicles and radar systems for the U.S. military and commercial applications around the globe.
The “M” in GE-25M stands for Modernized and incorporates open architecture aircraft and ground systems, advanced datalinks, and an upgraded propulsion system, significantly enhancing the ability to add new capabilities, provide resilience to electronic threats, and deliver expeditionary employment opportunities to austere locations. The new Gray Eagle 25M platform will provide critical Reconnaissance, Surveillance, Target Acquisition (RSTA) capability to Division Commanders, and will act as a quarterback providing a persistent, key communication node in the aerial tier network.