France orders six U070/VSR700 systems
France awarded Airbus Helicopters and Naval Group a production contract for six U070/VSR700 uncrewed aircraft for French Navy operations from 2028.
Evidence notes
- The order launches serial production of six aircraft.
- The French Navy configuration combines surveillance radar, an electro-optical system and an AIS receiver.
- Naval Group will integrate the aircraft and Steeris mission system with ship combat systems.
Company context
Diversified aerospace group building commercial aircraft, helicopters, defence systems, satellites and uncrewed aircraft.