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Leading the Future of Maritime Autonomy with Advanced Uncrewed Integration

At the heart of Textron Systems’ push for next-generation autonomy is the TSUNAMI^® family of autonomous maritime surface vessels—a breakthrough in modular autonomy designed to enhance the capabilities of both new and existing maritime platforms.

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TSUNAMI™ Demonstrates Advanced Autonomy Integration in FLEX25

Demonstrating advanced autonomy and seamless mission-system integration, the TSUNAMI^® USV participated in the FLEX25 exercise in El Salvador to target high-speed narcotics boats. This effort highlighted how our open, adaptable architecture and decades of uncrewed systems experience are shaping next‑generation capabilities for joint and coalition missions.

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Textron Systems’ Legacy in Uncrewed Aviation

With 50 years of breakthrough innovation in autonomous technologies, Textron Systems relentlessly advances the boundaries of what’s possible, delivering cutting-edge, mission-ready solutions. From the RQ-2A Pioneer to the Aerosonde® UAS next-generation technologies, we deliver reliable, versatile, and intelligent capabilities tailored to meet the ever-evolving demands of today’s operational environments.

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When it comes to drones, the Pentagon should mind the experience gap: Breaking Defense

In her Breaking Defense op-ed, Sara Willett, Textron Systems Vice President, explains why experience is critical to developing autonomous and uncrewed systems that warfighters depend on. Read more about bridging the gap between cutting-edge technologies and real-world application below.

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Trusting your autonomous system is nonnegotiable in a life or death situation. That’s why we believe in Autonomy at Work^TM, ensuring systems operate reliably when our U.S. military and allied customers need them most. We bring over 30 years of uncrewed systems expertise to create trust in autonomous solutions. Our Modular Open System Approach (MOSA) ensures mission readiness: seamless and reliable systems across air, land, sea and electronic systems. Scroll to learn more about how our systems bring trusted capability to the warfighter.

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Textron Systems Awarded Contract to Deliver Aerosonde^® VTOL UAS Systems to Tantita Security Services

December 29, 2025

Textron Systems announced today an award from Arco Worldwide Services (AWS), a Nigerian uncrewed aircraft systems (UAS) Solutions provider who will be providing contracted UAS services in support of Tantita Security Services.

Uncrewed Systems Elevate LCS Capabilities: Textron Systems' Aerosonde^® UAS and CUSV^® Craft in Action

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April 22, 2025

The LCSs are designed for the littoral environment and are highly modular, allowing the integration of Aerosonde UAS and CUSV to significantly enhance operational flexibility and force multiplication.

The Crucial Role of UAS in Evolving Maritime Mission Sets

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January 8, 2025

As military technologies continue to evolve, the U.S. Navy is increasingly turning to uncrewed aircraft systems (UAS) to enhance its operational capabilities across a range of missions. These systems are particularly effective for intelligence, surveillance and reconnaissance (ISR) operations, providing critical real-time information that allows military personnel to gather intelligence, monitor enemy movements and assess potential threats from a safe distance. UAS are invaluable for long-duration missions that require continuous monitoring of specific areas, both on land and at sea, thanks to their extended flight endurance, advanced sensors and real-time data transmission capabilities.

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First European RIPSAW^® M3 Robotic Ground Vehicle Sold To Sweden

December 2, 2025

Textron Systems announced today a sale of the RIPSAW® M3 robotic ground vehicle to the government of Sweden, the product’s first European customer.

Textron Systems, Howe & Howe and Teledyne Flir Defense Deliver Ripsaw® M3 Prototypes For U.S. Army Robotic Combat Vehicle (RCV) Program

October 3, 2024

HUNT VALLEY, Md., October 3, 2024 – Textron Systems Corporation, a Textron Inc. (NYSE:TXT) company, announced today that Team RIPSAW — Textron Systems, its subsidiary, Howe & Howe and Teledyne FLIR Defense — has delivered two RIPSAW® M3 prototype vehicles to the U.S. Army for the competitive Robotic Combat Vehicle (RCV) Phase I: Platform Prototype program. The vehicles were delivered to Aberdeen Proving Ground in Maryland. The RIPSAW M3 leverages a modular open systems architecture (MOSA) design and common chassis to support a variety of interchangeable payloads from a basic flat-top deck configuration. A rugged and reliable RCV platform, the vehicle is designed to meet Army requirements while preserving transportability and mission versatility. “The RIPSAW M3 exemplifies the innovative technology Howe & Howe develops to support our customers,” said Senior Vice President, Mike Howe. “Designed for ease of integration with a common robotic core, the prototypes delivered

Textron Systems And Kodiak Integrate Textron Systems' Fully Uncrewed RIPSAW^® M3 Vehicle With Kodiak's Self-Driving System

Textron Systems and Kodiak's RIPSAW M3 RCV

September 18, 2024

Textron Systems Corporation, a Textron Inc. (NYSE:TXT) company, a leading developer of crewed and uncrewed military ground vehicles, and Kodiak Robotics, Inc., a leading self-driving technology developer for the trucking and defense markets, announced today that they have integrated the Kodiak Driver, Kodiak’s self-driving system, into Textron Systems’ RIPSAW® M3 vehicle.

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Textron Systems Introduces Multi Mission Uncrewed Surface Vessel (MMUSV)

January 13, 2026

Textron Systems launched its Multi Mission Uncrewed Surface Vessel (MMUSV), expanding the U.S. Navy’s capacity for advanced mission capabilities. The MMUSV offers double the fuel and payload capacity of earlier craft while being a low-cost, rapid production solution.

Textron Systems' TSUNAMI™ Autonomous Maritime Surface Vessel Sold To NIWC PAC

December 17, 2025

Textron Systems has sold a 21-ft. TSUNAMI™ USV to the Naval Information Warfare Center Pacific to support the testing of the Maritime Digital Experimentation Federation. The award includes the TSUNAMI craft and engineering and training support.

TSUNAMI™ Demonstrates Advanced Autonomy Integration in FLEX25

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July 1, 2025

Recently, Textron Systems had the opportunity to showcase its groundbreaking unmanned maritime technologies during the Hybrid Fleet Campaign Event FLEX25 demonstration held in El Salvador, an event that united key stakeholders in the ongoing fight against illicit drug trafficking. At this event, Textron Systems played an essential role by successfully demonstrating advanced manned-unmanned teaming capabilities utilizing the innovative technology of the autonomous TSUNAMI™ vehicle, which are increasingly vital for the effectiveness of contemporary counter-narcotics operations.