Hoverfly Technologies has announced its tethered drones are now officially integrated into AeroVironment’s AV_Halo Command software platform. This development allows operators to deploy Hoverfly’s unmanned aerial systems (TeUAS) seamlessly alongside other uncrewed vehicles within a unified command environment.
The integration, which was confirmed on December 3, 2025, enhances operational efficiency and interoperability for military applications. The AV_Halo platform is a hardware-agnostic software solution designed to provide a comprehensive suite of artificial intelligence-powered tools, including command and control (C2) for unmanned vehicles.
Significant Advancements in Military Technology
According to Hoverfly’s Chief Strategy Officer, Bruce Tuftie, this whitelisting signifies a major breakthrough in cross-domain command and control capabilities. “By combining Hoverfly’s persistent, 200-foot eye-in-the-sky with AV_Halo COMMAND’s common UI, we’re equipping warfighters to make faster, smarter decisions across the entire battlespace,” he stated.
The integration provides several critical benefits, including enhanced autonomy driven by artificial intelligence, improved data fusion, and faster mission execution. This means that military operators can perform tasks ranging from intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance (ISR) to kinetic operations more efficiently.
Scott Bowman, Chief Technology Officer and Vice President of Global Engineering at AeroVironment, emphasized the importance of open architecture in this integration. “AV_Halo was developed as an open architecture software core, connecting best-in-class capabilities to give warfighters on the edge a single, common picture of the battlespace,” he explained.
Enhanced Tactical Network Capabilities
Hoverfly’s TeUAS now benefits from secure network connectivity through open-architecture protocols and interoperability with counter-uncrewed aerial systems (CUAS) throughout the AV_Halo network. This collaboration not only strengthens the tactical network but also allows for a quick transition from extended situational awareness to decisive action.
With the integration of Hoverfly’s NEXUS—Network Extension of Unmanned Systems—warfighters can operate tethered drones and dispatch munitions from a single interface. This streamlined process enables a rapid response, which is essential in modern combat scenarios.
The partnership between Hoverfly Technologies and AeroVironment aligns with the U.S. Department of War’s vision for modular and interoperable systems, ensuring that U.S. forces and their allies maintain a technological edge in contested environments.
For further details on Hoverfly Technologies and its range of TeUAS, visit their official website at www.hoverflytech.com.
