Neros, founded by ex-drone-racing teens, wins up to $500M U.S. Army drone contract

Published Jul 16, 09:56 PM UTC

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Neros, a startup founded by former drone-racing teenagers, has secured a contract with the U.S. Department of Defense worth up to $500 million to supply first-person-view (FPV) drones to the Army. The company's drones are modeled after the Ukraine-style FPV drones used in modern warfare and are designed to be cost-competitive with popular Chinese drone models. This contract marks a significant milestone for the young company, highlighting the Pentagon's push to rapidly acquire low-cost, combat-proven drone technology from non-traditional defense contractors.

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Neros, a company founded by former drone-racing teenagers, is producing first-person-view (FPV) drones designed for Ukraine-style combat operations. The company's drones are priced competitively with popular Chinese models, offering a cost-effective alternative in the growing tactical drone market.

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Original headline: Neros, a startup started by former drone-racing teens, has secured a contract with the Defense Department worth up to $500 million to supply its drones to the Army

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