General Atomics has tested the Gray Eagle Extended Range (GE-ER) drone using the Proliferated Low Earth Orbit (PLEO) satellite network for aircraft communications under a US Army contract.
The company has completed two GE-ER flights and multiple ground tests focusing on aircraft control, sensors, and communication systems.
Future tests are being planned to cover extended flight operations.
Read the full story on our new publication, NextGen Defense: Gray Eagle Drone Breaks New Ground With PLEO Satellite Network Test
