Aircraft
Eurosatory 2014: News Roundup
The Eurosatory defense show in Paris was the site of several important defense announcements.
A model of the Textron Shadow M2 is shown in front of the prototype Airbus DS Tanan Block 2. Airbus is offering the types for two French requirements, highlighting the commonality of their systems (Photo: David Donald)
A model of the Textron Shadow M2 is shown in front of the prototype Airbus DS Tanan Block 2. Airbus is offering the types for two French requirements, highlighting the commonality of their systems (Photo: David Donald)

Airbus Defence and Space has teamed with Textron to offer the Shadow M2 tactical UAV for a French army requirement that is expected to be launched in the coming weeks. France has been deliberating over a UAV for the army for some time, and has tested the Thales Watchkeeper extensively. Meanwhile, Sagem has offered the Patroller UAV. However, the ministry of defense has indicated it will shortly issue an open tender. Under the teaming agreement, Airbus D&S will install French mission equipment in the Shadow.

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