Collapsible Fixed-Wing Low-Cost Unmanned Aerial System for Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance Missions
| Agency | Department of War (DoD) |
|---|---|
| Branch | NAVY |
| Program | SBIR |
| Phase | Phase I/II |
| Topic number | DON27BZ02-NV022 |
| Solicitation | 27.BZ |
| Status | pre-release |
| Released | November 4, 2026 |
| Opens | December 2, 2026 |
| Closes | January 6, 2027 |
Summary
The Navy has a growing need for a low-cost, portable, and rapidly deployable UAS to support ISR missions. Current systems are often expensive and bulky, and require significant logistical support. This SBIR topic seeks an innovative solution for a collapsible fixed-wing UAS that can be easily transported and deployed by a single operator.
Source: the official topic page on SBIR.gov. Read it, and the solicitation, for the full requirements and the exact deadline.