The French defence procurement agency DGA has approved Airbus’ new version of the U010 Aliaca tactical drone, which can take off and land vertically.
The approval follows tests on land and at sea during May and June 2026. The first two systems were delivered to the French Navy in September. Of a total of 34 systems ordered, with two drones each, eight will be equipped with the new version.
The original model has been in operation since 2022.
