AIRO Group Holdings has received its first US government procurement order for its RQ-35 and RQ-70 unmanned aircraft systems, establishing a foothold in the US defence market. The order covers both aircraft for a specific mission requirement, but details regarding the government customer and the number of systems remain undisclosed. The contract follows the RQ-35’s inclusion on the Defense Contract Management Agency’s Blue UAS List in July 2026, clearing the platform for acquisition by US government agencies. While the RQ-35 has already seen service with NATO and allied military forces, the RQ-70 is designed for longer-range intelligence, surveillance and reconnaissance operations requiring greater endurance. The combined offering expands AIRO’s ability to address different operational needs and pursue opportunities across US, NATO and allied defence markets.
