Drone manufacturer SYPAQ Systems secures CASA approval for Broad Area BVLOS program

“The outcome strengthens our ability to support customers with a fully self-reliant capability while accelerating the development, testing and sustainment of autonomous systems,” it said in a public statement.

“It also reflects the trust established with CASA through the safe and professional conduct of complex flight operations, and CASA's commitment to a progressive, risk-based regulatory framework for proven operators.

“A great achievement by the team and an important milestone in the continued growth of Australia's sovereign autonomous systems capability.

Earlier this year, the company announced successful delivery and entry into service of its Corvo X, military-grade SUAS capability under the Australian Army’s DEF129 Small Uncrewed Aerial System Program.

Designed, engineered and manufactured in Australia, Corvo X is a next generation military-grade SUAS, featuring an innovative, thrust vectored Vertical Take-Off and Landing configuration that delivers class leading endurance in extreme weather conditions.

The lightweight, man-packable system, coupled with advanced autonomy, payload, and encrypted mesh network capabilities, reduces the physical and cognitive load on the operator, enhancing mission safety, flexibility, and performance.

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The successful completion of the DEF129-SUAS Acquisition Program reinforces SYPAQ’s commitment to supporting the Australian Defence Force with sovereign, mission-ready UAS capabilities developed by Australian industry for Australian and allied operators.

SYPAQ now looks forward to its continued partnership with Defence to both support the Corvo X capability in operations and drive future innovation programs under the Corvo X Sustainment Program.

Robert Dougherty

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Robert is a senior journalist who has previously worked for Seven West Media in Western Australia, as well as Fairfax Media and Australian Community Media in New South Wales. He has produced national headlines, photography and videography of emergency services, business, community, defence and government news across Australia. Robert graduated with a Bachelor of Arts, Majoring in Public Relations and Journalism at Curtin University, attended student exchange program with Fudan University and holds Tier 1 General Advice certification for Kaplan Professional. Reach out via email at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or via LinkedIn.

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