Draganfly Inc. (NASDAQ: DPRO) shares surged 23.84% to trade at $4.47 as of the last check today, following the company’s announcement of a critical defense delivery order award involving its flagship drone platform.
Commander3 XL Chosen by U.S. Department of Defense
Draganfly (DPRO) announced that a major division of the US Department of Defense (DoD) has chosen its Commander3 XL (C3XL) unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV), commonly known as the “Swiss Army Knife” of drones. The DoD’s changing deployment tactics, which are focused on improved field-operational and reconnaissance capabilities, are supported by this milestone selection.
Draganfly maintained direct contact with military end users to tailor the UAV to particular mission needs, and the order was processed through a reputable prime contractor. This collaboration ensures the Commander3 XL meets operational expectations in real-world defense scenarios.
Increased Participation in ISR Missions
For intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance (ISR) missions that need flexible and dynamic UAV systems, the Commander3 XL is being used. Its participation in ongoing defense initiatives highlights the rising need for platforms that blend high-performance capabilities with tactical adaptability.
The C3XL is becoming more and more acknowledged as a dependable tool for critical military, security, and emergency response missions because of its great flight endurance, modular payload flexibility, and mission-specific customisation. The DoD’s choice solidifies Draganfly’s standing as a frontrunner in UAV defensive technology.
SMEX25 Success Demonstrates Advanced Logistics Capabilities
Alongside this accomplishment, Draganfly also took part in the Sustainment Modernization Experiment 2025 (SMEX25) of the U.S. Army, which was organized in collaboration with TB2 Aerospace. Autonomously deploying, retrieving, and recharging TB2’s tactical resupply pods during the exercise was 100% successful due to DPRO’s Commander3 XL’s flawless integration with the Drone Recharging Operational Payload System (DROPS).
This accomplishment demonstrated the DROPS system’s revolutionary potential for military logistics in disputed areas in addition to validating it under demanding field conditions. Defense assessors praised the demonstration, which furthered Draganfly’s expanding contribution to autonomous supply chain innovation for contemporary conflict.
