In signal-denied territory, staying connected is half the battle.
AeroVironment has introduced the “Red Dragon,” a loitering munition engineered to thrive in challenging electronic warfare (EW) environments.
Equipped with the company’s SPOTR-Edge perception tech and a next-gen radio system, the Red Dragon enhances target classification and delivers real-time decision-making support, even in the most hostile conditions.
Thanks to the AVACORE framework, it combines autonomy, artificial intelligence, and advanced sensors, bringing next-level precision and adaptability to modern warfare.
Specifications
The Red Dragon spans 7 feet (2 meters) in length, with a wingspan of 12 feet (4 meters) and weighs in at 45 pounds (20 kilograms).
Ready for action in under five minutes, it boasts a 10-kilogram (22-pound) payload capacity, with the flexibility to scale up depending on the mission.
Its range stretches to 200 kilometers (124 miles) and it can reach speeds of up to 45 meters (147 feet) per second.
From the skies to the ground and even on the water, it is built for multi-domain operations.
‘Breakthrough Capability’
AeroVironment emphasized that the Red Dragon’s design is optimized for mass production, rapid deployment, and easy transport — ensuring battlefield effectiveness without sacrificing speed.
Company President Wahid Nawabi noted the drone’s potential to change how wars are fought, prioritizing the safety, survivability, and operational advantage of warfighters.
“Red Dragon represents the breakthrough capability that keeps US and allied forces ahead in an increasingly complex threat landscape,” he stated. “It’s not just about autonomy — it’s about delivering reliable, mission-defining technologies that protect lives and shape the future of defense.”
