DF01 is where capability and scale meet to deliver maximum impact for the warfighter. PDW was recently awarded a $15.2M @USArmy contract for C100 systems in support of the sUAS Product Office. This award builds on multiple contracts in recent years supporting the Army's Transformation Initiative and MRR program. Production for this critical contract, among others, is underway now at our Huntsville, Alabama factory. Read more at the link below.

Mission success demands systems that perform when the environment doesn't cooperate. Last week at the 2026 Tough Stump Technologies Rodeo in Montana's Ruby Valley, PDW demonstrated the C100 across a series of realistic, mission-driven scenarios spanning more than 550 square miles of rugged terrain. From BVLOS search-and-rescue operations and precision medical payload delivery to over-water deployment of life-saving equipment, the C100 proved its versatility, endurance, and stability in challenging conditions. Events like Tough Stump bring together the technologies and partners shaping the future of autonomous operations. We're proud to collaborate with innovators across the industry and continue delivering capabilities that work where they matter most: in the field.

Excited to mark PDW’s first acquisition. PDW's agreement to acquire Vanteon is more than an expansion of our communications expertise, it's an investment in the future of our sUAS portfolio. We’ve worked closely with Vanteon for years. They bring deep RF design and SDR expertise, a strong engineering team, and capabilities that directly support our mission and the systems we’re building today. Proud of the team that brought this together. I put my thoughts to paper on how communications are the next competitive advantage in the article below.

Programs like FIRST Robotics play an important role in inspiring the next generation of engineers, innovators, and technology leaders. PDW's Chief Engineer in Huntsville, AL, Allen Bancroft, recently served as the Co-Judge Advisor for the 2026 FIRST Robotics World Championship in Houston, TX. A dedicated FIRST volunteer for the past 27 years, Allen helped lead the judging effort for more than 600 teams from around the world and supported the recognition of 112 student teams and achievements throughout this year's competition. We’re honored to have PDW team members who give back to the STEM community in such meaningful ways. Congratulations to the students, volunteers and FIRST Robotics on another incredible year of inspiring youth to pursue education and careers in STEM-related fields.

PDW is proud to welcome five exceptional leaders to our growing executive team as we continue delivering decisive airpower at the edge. • Kristie Rodenbush, Chief People Officer: Kristie is an experienced people and talent executive who has led HR strategy across high-growth technology, AI, healthcare, and enterprise organizations. Her experience spans executive HR leadership, advising emerging companies, and supporting organizations through periods of rapid scale and change. • Abigail Stock, Chief Marketing Officer: Former EVP and Head of Global Marketing & Communications at Axon, Abi brings deep expertise in global brand, growth, communications, and go-to-market strategy. As CMO she will lead strategy and execution for PDW's marketing, communications and brand efforts. • Brandon Pearce, Chief Engineer: Previously with SpaceX, Virgin Orbit, and Relativity Space, Brandon has extensive experience leading high-performance engineering teams and aerospace systems development in extreme environments. Brandon will lead PDW's new engineering hub in Denver, CO. • Jon Bennett, SVP of Government Affairs: Jon brings deep expertise across defense policy, government affairs, and national security, with leadership experience spanning the Department of War, Congress, and the private sector. Establishing PDW's presence in the Washington, D.C. area, Jon will lead the strategic integration of governmental policy and business objectives. • Brian Burke, SVP Engineering: Brian brings to PDW more than 25 years of experience building and scaling multidisciplinary teams across consumer products, robotics, and automation. Previously serving in senior leadership roles at SharkNinja, Symbotic, and Stanley Black & Decker, Brian has a proven track record of transforming innovative technologies into commercially successful products. We're also proud to announce the promotion of two PDW executives into new leadership roles: • Gustav Bahn, General Counsel: Gustav brings more than two decades of legal and corporate leadership experience to PDW, spanning public and private companies, securities and investments, and complex corporate transactions. Gustav previously served as PDW's Deputy General Counsel. • Michael Baileys, Chief of Staff: Mike brings more than 20 years of military leadership and national security experience to his role as Chief of Staff. Before assuming this position, he served as PDW’s General Counsel. Together, this team strengthens PDW’s ability to deliver next-generation autonomous systems for defense and public safety missions worldwide.

This Memorial Day, we honor the courage, sacrifice, and memory of those who never returned home. Their service will not be forgotten.

Three themes came through consistently in conversations with operators, customers, and partners at SOF Week 2026: 1. The conversation has shifted from drone features to integrated operational systems combining autonomy, connectivity, training, and rapid fielding. 2. GPS-denied and comms-contested operations are now the baseline, increasing demand for systems that reduce operator burden and remain reliable in degraded environments. 3. Scale and trusted domestic sourcing are becoming core operational requirements alongside capability itself. At our After-Hours Tech Demo with @FLYMOTIONmedia we demonstrated the C100 equipped with the @LeonardoDRSnews Stag 5 in the rain and wind, showcasing real-world operational relevance, portability, and reliability. We also kicked off the week at PDW’s Network with a Purpose event alongside the @rirvinefound. Thank you to Chef @RobertIrvine for supporting the SOF community. Appreciate the collaboration and partnership throughout the week from @SilvusTech, @doodlelabs, @OakGroveTech, and @BoozAllen for promoting PDW's capabilities, and everyone who spent time with the PDW team in Tampa.