31 July 2020: US Air Force Life Cycle Management Centre (AFLCMC) has awarded an indefinite-delivery / indefinite-quantity (IDIQ) contract to General Atomics Aeronautical Systems (GA-ASI) for Skyborg Vanguard Program.
Skyborg is an autonomy-focused capability that aims to integrate attritable, autonomous unmanned aircraft with open mission systems to enable manned-unmanned teaming. This program will provide a ‘game-changing capability to the warfighter.’
“We appreciate the opportunity to continue work on the Skyborg Vanguard program,” said Linden Blue, CEO, GA-ASI. “We are always looking for innovative, affordable ways to significantly increase USAF capabilities that address new mission challenges.”
GA-ASI was one of four companies selected for further support to the program. These initial awards establish a vendor pool that will continue to compete for up to USD 400 million in subsequent delivery orders under the Skyborg Vanguard Program.
