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34th International Defence Industry Exhibition

8-11.09.2026



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General Atomics Aeronautical Systems

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Description
General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI) is a global leader in the design and
manufacture of unmanned aircraft systems (UAS), radars, and electro-optic mission
systems. For more than years, GA-ASI has delivered cutting-edge technologies that have
redefined modern warfare and advanced global security.
GA-ASI specializes in long-endurance, multi-mission UAS solutions that provide persistent
situational awareness and rapid strike capabilities. The company’s Predator series of UAS,
which includes the MQ-9A Reaper, MQ-1C Gray Eagle, MQ-9B SkyGuardian/SeaGuardian,
and FQ-42A, a new Collaborative Combat Aircraft, has logged over 9 million flight hours,
making it one of the most trusted and proven family of platforms in the defense industry.
GA-ASI’s systems are designed to meet the evolving needs of modern battlefields, from
intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance (ISR) to collaborative combat operations.
The company’s platforms have been at the forefront of advancements in MannedUnmanned Teaming, long-range targeting, Airborne Early Warning, and Anti-Submarine
Warfare, as well as the development of short takeoƯ and landing (STOL) capability for UAS.
These innovations have been demonstrated in exercises with over 25 partner nations,
showcasing their strategic impact worldwide.
GA-ASI operates over 8 million square feet of engineering, laboratory, and manufacturing
facilities across five continents. The company employs more than 12,000 people globally,
reflecting its significant role in the aerospace and defense sectors.
GA-ASI actively collaborates with international partners to expand the capabilities of
unmanned systems. This includes successful demonstrations, such as the Mojave STOL’s
flight from a South Korean Navy amphibious landing ship in 2024. In 2023, Mojave STOL
flew on and oƯ a Royal Navy aircraft carrier showcasing the UAS’s ability to take oƯ and
land from a naval carrier.
GA-ASI is dedicated to maintaining the highest industry standards in its products and
services. In addition to manufacturing advanced UAS platforms, the company oƯers pilot
training, support services, and sensor control/image analysis software. Its modular designs
enable rapid production and fielding, ensuring customers receive mission-ready solutions
tailored to their needs.
Business sector
Aviation, air defence armament and equipment
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