Northrop Grumman has unveiled AiON, a new counter-drone system aimed at strengthening defenses against the growing threat posed by unmanned aerial vehicles. The next-generation C-UAS solution is designed to help operators identify and neutralize hostile drones early, improving protection for critical infrastructure and operational forces.
Built around artificial intelligence and a modular design, AiON allows users to customize system configurations based on mission needs. The platform is intended to support a broad customer base, including military forces, law enforcement agencies, and security organizations, offering flexibility across diverse operational scenarios.
AiON’s user interface incorporates AI-assisted decision-support tools that enable faster threat recognition and response planning. These features help teams manage multiple aerial contacts simultaneously, enhancing efficiency while reducing operator workload in time-sensitive situations.
According to Northrop Grumman, AiON represents a key step in the evolution of counter-UAS technologies, delivering scalable and adaptable capabilities as drone threats continue to grow in number and complexity. The system is positioned as part of a layered defense approach, ensuring improved readiness against current and future unmanned threats.
