Airbus Aliaca VTOL drone cleared for French Navy

The Airbus Helicopters U010 Aliaca vertical take-off and landing (VTOL) drone has been officially qualified by France’s Armament General Directorate (DGA). This clearance marks the system's entry into service with the French Navy following a rigorous qualification process. The extensive test campaign, spanning May and June of 2026, was conducted in collaboration with naval personnel. These tests took place both on land and at sea locations. Specifically, the DGA validated the Aliaca VTOL drone for operational use within the French Navy’s fleet.