General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI) is thrilled to announce its new category of future-forward unmanned aircraft systems, focused on information dominance and airspace superiority. Leveraging three decades of experience across millions of successful combat flight hours, the new Evolution line of advanced UAS joins GA-ASI’s existing Predator-class and Major-class aircraft in delivering next-generation UAS technology that leads the pack in advanced, adaptable, and autonomous combat power.
The name Evolution refers to the evolutionary path GA-ASI has followed as it charters the realm of unmanned aircraft technology. Over the past thirty years, GA-ASI has launched more than 25 UAS variants, starting with the Gnat in 1992.
“We’re continuing to grow and respond to the rapidly changing world,” said GA-ASI President David R. Alexander. “As we celebrate our 30-year anniversary as a company, our new Evolution-series aircraft will merge our heritage of advanced and affordable UAS technology with innovative technologies for the future. We’re looking ahead to new concepts and never-before-seen aircraft technology that meets the needs of our customers today and tomorrow.”
Evolution establishes a third aircraft class within GA-ASI, joining the well-known Predator® line and recently announced Major line of expeditionary UAS featuring short-takeoff and landing (STOL) capability. Evolution includes the development of GA-ASI’s next-generation UAS solutions designed to meet the U.S. Air Force’s vision for its future force, as well as new UAS concepts such as Defender, Sparrowhawk, and the recently announced Gamut.
General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. is an affiliate of General Atomics, leading the design and manufacture of proven, reliable remotely piloted aircraft systems, radars, and electro-optic and related mission systems, including the Predator RPA series and the Lynx Multi-mode Radar. Avenger, Lynx, Predator, Sparrowhawk, and Skysurveillance are registered trademarks of General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. With more than seven million flight hours, GA-ASI provides long-endurance, mission-capable aircraft with integrated sensor and data link systems, delivering actionable intelligence to aircrews and ground forces worldwide. The company also produces a variety of ground control stations and sensor control/image analysis software and offers pilot training and support services.
