AeroParagon LLC is developing a Group 1 UAS capable of 140+ mph speeds, with the ability to carry 1 kg of modular lethal/nonlethal payload. Product is a small-business developed drone 10” by 10” in size with a weight of 1.5 lbs. Cost estimated at $3,000 per unit, range estimated at 3-5 nautical miles with flight times around 3-5 minutes based on payload size and flight speed. Goal to be ATAK integrated and also optionally support RF/GPS denied operating theaters. Swarm deployable (dependent on funding) or solo unit capable. Plan to implement a buy-back program for crashed/broken drones to increase sustainability, minimize troop training/testing cost, and decrease reliance on foreign raw materials.
