Agilis Air to Pre-Build 55 Low-Cost UAS Systems for U.S. Defense in Ohio
Agilis Air, based in North Benton, Ohio, is set to pre-fabricate 55 Remora UAS systems with funding from multiple sources to enhance U.S. drone production. The initiative aims to address the Department of War's drone mandate by reducing delivery times from months to days. Current small UAS prices average $7,000, while the target is below $2,000 per unit. This project supports defense modernization and strengthens domestic supply chains.
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Agilis Air plans to pre-build 55 Remora UAS systems in North Benton, Ohio, to support the U.S. Department of War's 2026 drone mandate. With funding from the YBI ENGINE Tech Incubator, Youngstown Innovation Hub, and YBI Rising Tides Initiative, the project aims to decrease delivery times from months to days.
Current suppliers face challenges meeting the demand of 1,000 drones per month at under $2,000 per unit, with current costs near $7,000. Agilis Air's initiative focuses on scalable, low-cost production, enhancing national security and manufacturing capabilities in the U.S.
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