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Miami Herald
a day ago
- Business
- Miami Herald
Unusual Machines Signs Lease for 17,000 sq ft Orlando Drone Motor Factory
New facility for dedicated large volume U.S. motor production ORLANDO, FLORIDA / ACCESS Newswire / June 4, 2025 / Unusual Machines, Inc. (NYSE American:UMAC), a U.S.-based manufacturer of drones and NDAA-compliant components, today announced it has signed a lease for a 17,000-square-foot drone motor production facility in Orlando, Florida. The factory will significantly expand the company's domestic manufacturing capabilities. Motor deliveries from this facility are scheduled to begin in September 2025. The facility is designed to support the production of high-performance brushless motors for First-Person View (FPV) and commercial drones. Initially, it will focus on three core motor sizes: 2207, 2807, and 3220. In-house winding capabilities will support both standard and custom KV ratings and hybrid workcells will allow for both high-volume and small-batch production. The space is located near the company's existing headquarters and is an expansion of Unusual Machines' Orlando campus. The proximity to Rotor Riot's technical team and pilot community allows for rapid product feedback and alignment with end-user needs. The production system is designed to eventual scale to monthly production volumes exceeding 50,000 motors. "Our new facility will enable us to build at scale, while also supporting customer-specific variants through flexible workcells," said Brad Mello, Vice President of Manufacturing. "We're implementing best-in-class practices from day one - lean layouts, digital traceability, and automated quality control - to ensure we can deliver reliable motors at volume with the precision and accountability required for government and commercial customers." Unusual Machines is pursuing a dual-sourcing strategy for critical components such as magnets, bearings, and stators to insulate against supply chain disruptions. The company plans to offer both Made-in-USA and globally sourced motor variants to meet different regulatory and customer needs. "This factory is a major milestone in our strategy to rapidly onshore drone component manufacturing," said Allan Evans, CEO of Unusual Machines. "To go fast, we are doing things in parallel and have already placed the equipment orders. We are solving one of the major pain points in the American drone supply chain." About Unusual Machines Unusual Machines manufactures and sells drone components and drones across a diversified brand portfolio, which includes Fat Shark, the leader in FPV (first-person view) ultra-low latency video goggles for drone pilots. The Company also retails small, acrobatic FPV drones and equipment directly to consumers through the curated Rotor Riot e-commerce store. With a changing regulatory environment, Unusual Machines seeks to be a dominant Tier-1 parts supplier to the fast-growing multi-billion-dollar U.S. drone industry. According to the global drone accessories market is currently valued at $17.5 billion and is set to top $115 billion by 2032. For more information, please visit Safe Harbor Statement This press release contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. The words "believe," "may," "estimate," "continue," "anticipate," "intend," "should," "plan," "could," "target," "potential," "is likely," "will," "expect" and similar expressions, as they relate to us, are intended to identify forward-looking statements. These statements include: our expectation that we will expand enterprise sales throughout 2025, our ability to become cash flow positive and the timing, our ability to achieve rapid growth, our expectation concerning the impact from tariffs, our ability to anticipate market conditions, and the impact that the uncertain regulatory environment may have on our ability to accurately model for and grow our consumer business. The results expected by some or all of these forward-looking statements may not occur. Factors that affect our ability to achieve these results include the impact of and duration of the tariff policies, including (i) on the availability and cost of alternate supplies of drone parts, , (ii) on the economy, and (iii) the wars in Ukraine and Israel, as well as governmental delays, future interest rates, and our ability to enhance our existing products, develop new products and create new services for our customers and future customers, and the Risk Factors contained in our Form 10-Q, filed with the SEC on May 8, 2025, Prospectus Supplement filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission (the "SEC") on March 6, 2025 and in our Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2024. Factors or events that could cause our actual results to differ may emerge from time to time, and it is not possible for us to predict all of them. Any forward-looking statement made by us herein speaks only as of the date on which it is made. We undertake no obligation to update any forward-looking statement, whether as a result of new information, future developments or otherwise, except as may be required by law. Investor Contact:CS Investor Relationsinvestors@ SOURCE: Unusual Machines, Inc.
Miami Herald
14-05-2025
- Business
- Miami Herald
Unusual Machines to Exhibit at AUVSI XPONENTIAL 2025 in Houston, Showcasing U.S.-Made FPV Motors and Blue UAS Framework-Approved Components
ORLANDO, FLORIDA / ACCESS Newswire / May 14, 2025 / Unusual Machines, Inc. (NYSE American:UMAC) ("Unusual Machines" or the "Company"), a leading U.S. manufacturer of drone components, today announced it will exhibit at AUVSI XPONENTIAL 2025, the premier event for autonomy and uncrewed systems, taking place May 20-22, 2025, at the George R. Brown Convention Center in Houston, Texas. Unusual Machines will host a booth on the expo floor, where the Company will feature its new U.S.-made FPV motors and its growing portfolio of Blue UAS Framework-approved drone components. These offerings underscore Unusual Machines' commitment to delivering high-performance, NDAA-compliant drone technology for defense, commercial, and public safety applications. Attendees are invited to visit the booth for product demonstrations and to meet with representatives from Unusual Machines. The Company will be actively engaging with integrators, OEMs, and procurement professionals throughout the event and will be ready to take orders on-site. To schedule an appointment during the show, please contact us at investors@ About Unusual Machines Unusual Machines manufactures and sells drone components and drones across a diversified brand portfolio, including Fat Shark, the leader in FPV (first-person view) ultra-low latency video goggles for drone pilots. The Company also retails small, acrobatic FPV drones and equipment directly to consumers through the curated Rotor Riot e-commerce store. With a changing regulatory environment and rising demand for U.S.-compliant drone technology, Unusual Machines seeks to be a dominant Tier-1 parts supplier to the fast-growing, multi-billion-dollar U.S. drone industry. According to the global drone accessories market is currently valued at $17.5 billion and is set to top $115 billion by 2032. For more information, please visit Contact: CS Investor Relations917-633-8980investors@ SOURCE: Unusual Machines, Inc.
Yahoo
03-04-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Flock Safety Opens New Drone Manufacturing Facility
Safety technology solutions provider Flock Safety announced the opening of its new manufacturing facility in Smyrna, Georgia. The 97,000-square-foot facility will produce the company's advanced public safety tools, including Drone As First Responder (DFR) technology. It will also refurbish damaged devices and assemble solar panels. Most Read on 8 New Corvettes Were Stolen from a GM Plant in Kentucky WATCH: Flooring Manufacturer Raided for Alleged Labor Trafficking WATCH: Cleveland-Cliffs Laying Off Hundreds Amid 'Weak' Auto Market Trump Pardons Nikola Founder Flock Safety expects the location, which represents an investment of about $10 million, to meet full operations in 2027 and create 210 new jobs. Last year, the company launched DFR, a fully automated air support system that provides eyes-on-the-scene access for emergency responders. The system positions drones at automated, battery-swapping docks that can reach anywhere within a 3.5-mile radius in an average response time of 86 seconds. 'Drone as First Responder technology stands to transform emergency response, and these made-in-America, NDAA-compliant drones will have a transformative impact on the local communities we aim to serve," Flock Safety CEO and Founder Garrett Langle said. Founded in 2017, Flock Safety reportedly serves more than 4,800 law enforcement agency partners and over 1,000 business customers. Other company products include License Plate Reader cameras and gunshot detection sensors. Click here to subscribe to our daily newsletter featuring breaking manufacturing industry news.
Yahoo
12-03-2025
- Automotive
- Yahoo
Introducing HELIUS™ - a 249g Coaxial Nano UAV from Ascent AeroSystems
Ultra-portable, handheld drone All-new sub-250g Coaxial nano drone fills a durability and affordability gap in the <250g American-Made sUAS market A rugged, all-weather, NDAA-compliant option for law enforcement, emergency response and industrial enterprise operators WILMINGTON, Mass. & DALLAS, March 11, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Ascent AeroSystems, the world's leading manufacturer of compact, high-performance, aircraft-grade coaxial unmanned aerial systems, today introduced HELIUS™, the company's first entry into the sub-250g UAV sector. Debuted at VERTICON (formerly HAI Heli-Expo), in Dallas, Texas, HELIUS is designed to be an affordable AI-enabled, American-Made, NDAA-compliant option for law enforcement, emergency response, government, and industrial enterprise operators looking to upgrade or replace other systems."Bringing our coaxial propulsion technology to a sub-250g platform while maintaining the durability, performance, and reliability Ascent products are known for has been one of the most rewarding challenges we've undertaken," said Peter Fuchs, Co-founder and CEO of Ascent AeroSystems. "HELIUS delivers unmatched capability in its class at a competitive price. It is the drone we've wanted to make from the beginning; small enough to fit in your pocket but powerful enough to meet the rigorous demands of public safety, emergency response, and critical industrial missions." Ascent's HELIUS features: Ultra-portable, ultra-light weight airframe 4G/LTE connectivity AI-enabled obstacle avoidance & object tracking 4K, 12.3MB Electro Optical, Ultra-low-light sensor with digital tilt, pan and zoom Field-swappable, rechargeable batteries Up to 45mph max speed 30+ min endurance "We know that the future of aviation isn't about choosing between crewed and uncrewed systems—it's about teaming. Our acquisition of Ascent AeroSystems was a strategic move to lead that evolution, HELIUS is a key step in realizing that vision," said David Smith, CEO of Robinson Helicopter Company. With an MSRP of $4,499, HELIUS is available for pre-order now, with initial shipments expected to begin in Q4 2025. Customers can purchase directly from Ascent AeroSystems or through Robinson Helicopter Company dealers who are also authorized Ascent resellers. "HELIUS expands our growing product line and sets a new benchmark for compact UAVs," Fuchs added. "For operators demanding durability, portability, and next-gen technology in a secure, American-Made sub-250g platform, this is the solution." About Ascent AeroSystemsFounded in 2014, Massachusetts-based Ascent AeroSystems designs and manufactures rugged, coaxial unmanned aerial vehicle drone systems for defense, public safety, and industrial markets. Ascent's compact, all-weather, high-performance vehicles feature a unique cylindrical configuration that's far more portable and durable than conventional multirotors, ideally suited for mission-critical operations in the toughest environments. Torrance, CA-based Robinson Helicopter Company (RHC), a premier aerospace OEM with 50 years of manufacturing experience and more than 13,000 type-certificated aircraft delivered to date, acquired Ascent AeroSystems in April 2024. Ascent is now a wholly owned RHC subsidiary. For more information, visit Media ContactAmy Romano 617.845.3185 Photos accompanying this announcement are available at A video accompanying this announcement is available at
Associated Press
26-02-2025
- Automotive
- Associated Press
Red Cat Becomes First U.S.-Based Drone Manufacturer to Source Motors From Unusual Machines
ORLANDO, FL / / February 26, 2025 / Unusual Machines (NYSE:UMAC), a leading provider of NDAA-compliant drone components, has secured Red Cat Holdings (NASDAQ: RCAT) as a customer for motors. This marks the company's first partnership to develop motors built to a U.S. drone producer's specific requirements. Red Cat will use three motor variants from Unusual Machines for one of its platforms designed for government and commercial applications. Red Cat has placed its initial order, marking a significant milestone in Unusual Machines' efforts to become a Tier 1 supplier of drone motors for American manufacturers. The motors will be among the first produced in Unusual Machines' U.S.-based manufacturing facility, which is currently under development. In the interim, production will take place in a partnered facility, that we believe will result in a seamless supply chain transition. Unusual Machines expects to begin delivering on Red Cat's first order by the end of March. This order further strengthens the relationship between Unusual Machines and Red Cat, as the companies continue their collaborative work on the FANG™, a high-performance FPV drone designed for defense applications. 'Our goal is to provide American drone manufacturers with high-performance motors at cost parity with the Chinese-made alternatives currently in use,' said Allan Evans, CEO of Unusual Machines. 'Red Cat's decision to source motors from Unusual Machines underscores the demand for a domestic supply chain that supports national security and regulatory compliance.' As the U.S. government continues to tighten restrictions on Chinese drone technology, the demand for American-made alternatives is expected to grow. The recent addition of T-Motor to the U.S. Department of Treasury's Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) sanctions list highlights the urgency for domestic suppliers to fill the gap left by restricted foreign manufacturers. Unusual Machines remains committed to strengthening the American drone industry by producing essential components domestically, ensuring long-term supply chain stability and compliance with federal regulations. About Unusual Machines: Unusual Machines manufactures and sells drone components and drones across a diversified brand portfolio, which includes Fat Shark, the leader in FPV (first-person view) ultra-low latency video goggles for drone pilots. The Company also retails small, acrobatic FPV drones and equipment directly to consumers through the curated Rotor Riot e-commerce store. With a changing regulatory environment, Unusual Machines seeks to be a dominant Tier-1 parts supplier to the fast-growing multi-billion-dollar U.S. drone industry. According to the global drone accessories market is currently valued at $17.5 billion and is set to top $115 billion by 2032. For more information visit Unusual Machines at About Red Cat Holdings, Inc. Red Cat (Nasdaq: RCAT) is a drone technology company integrating robotic hardware and software for military, government, and commercial operations. Through two wholly owned subsidiaries, Teal Drones and FlightWave Aerospace, Red Cat has developed a Family of Systems. This includes the Black Widow™, a small unmanned ISR system that was awarded the U.S. Army's Short Range Reconnaissance (SRR) Program of Record contract. The Family of Systems also includes TRICHON™, a fixed wing VTOL for extended endurance and range, and FANG™, the industry's first line of NDAA compliant FPV drones optimized for military operations with precision strike capabilities. Learn more at Forward-Looking Statement This press release contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995 including our plans to become a Tier 1 supplier of drone motors for American manufacturers, our ability to deliver RedCat's first order by the end of March and our ability to achieve cost parity with Chinese made products. The words 'believe,' 'may,' 'estimate,' 'continue,' 'anticipate,' 'intend,' 'should,' 'plan,' 'could,' 'target,' 'potential,' 'is likely,' 'will,' 'expect' and similar expressions, as they relate to us, are intended to identify forward-looking statements. The results expected by some, or all these forward-looking statements may not occur. Factors that affect these forward-looking statements are described more fully in the section titled 'Risk Factors' contained in the Company's final Prospectus filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission and the Prospectus Supplement filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on December 17, 2024. In addition, other factors are the reaction of our potential customers to our new products and our ability to attract new customers. Factors or events that could cause our actual results to differ may emerge from time to time, and it is not possible for us to predict all of them. Any forward-looking statement made by us herein speaks only as of the date on which it is made. We undertake no obligation to update any forward-looking statement, whether because of new information, future developments or otherwise, except as may be required by law.
