Operating Companies

Vertically Integrated Capabilities

Four specialized operating companies delivering mission-ready solutions across the complete unmanned systems lifecycle—from component manufacturing through operational deployment.

Complete Lifecycle Support

Each operating company maintains specialized expertise in its domain while leveraging shared infrastructure, intellectual property, and quality frameworks. This vertical integration eliminates external dependencies and ensures complete NDAA Section 848 compliance across the supply chain.

Forge and Flight Labs, LLC

Aircraft Design & Manufacturing

North Carolina-based advanced fabrication and autonomous aircraft development studio dedicated to pushing the boundaries of modern aerospace engineering. Specializes in Group 2/3 unmanned aircraft systems combining VTOL capability with extended endurance and advanced autonomy.

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Core Capabilities

  • End-to-end aircraft development from concept through field deployment
  • Advanced additive manufacturing and composite fabrication
  • Autonomous systems integration (ArduPilot, NVIDIA Jetson, BotBlox)
  • VTOL and fixed-wing platform design
  • Custom sensor and payload integration
  • Flight testing with FAA-certified pilot oversight

Platform Portfolio

  • AETHER Series: Electric-powered endurance platforms (2-5 hours)
  • VANGUARD Series: Hybrid VTOL platforms (6-12 hours)
  • TITAN Series: Heavy-lift gas-powered platforms

Forge and Flight Academy, LLC

Training & Professional Development

Professional training organization providing comprehensive operator development, technical education, and mission readiness programs. Delivers structured curricula designed by experienced aerospace professionals for government, commercial, and academic customers.

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Training Programs

  • FAA Part 107 commercial drone certification
  • Advanced UAS operations and mission planning
  • Platform-specific operator training
  • Field maintenance and sustainment
  • RF communications and spectrum management
  • Sensor operations and data interpretation

Customer Base

  • State and local government agencies
  • University aerospace programs
  • DoD operational units
  • Commercial operators

Forge and Flight Avionics, LLC

Electronics & Avionics Manufacturing

NDAA-compliant electronics manufacturing specializing in aerospace avionics, power distribution systems, and mission-critical electronics. Provides complete traceability documentation and domestic component sourcing for defense applications.

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Core Capabilities

  • Custom avionics design and integration
  • PCB fabrication with domestic sourcing
  • Power distribution and battery management systems
  • Communication systems and telemetry
  • Complete component traceability
  • NDAA Section 848 compliance verification

Supply Chain Security

  • 100% domestic component sourcing
  • Verified supply chain documentation
  • Blue UAS Framework eligibility
  • No foreign dependencies

Forge and Flight Test Systems, LLC

Flight Test & Validation Services

Dedicated flight test infrastructure providing developmental testing, mission validation, and operational demonstration services. Professional Range Safety Officer oversight and coordinated airspace management enable rapid development cycles.

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Test Services

  • Developmental flight testing
  • Performance validation and characterization
  • Mission profile demonstration
  • Operator training and familiarization
  • Customer acceptance testing
  • Regulatory compliance verification

Infrastructure

  • Dedicated test range facilities
  • Professional Range Safety Officer oversight
  • FAA airspace coordination
  • Proximate to Fort Liberty

Vertical Integration Advantages

Rapid Development

Internal test infrastructure eliminates 12-24 month facility access bottlenecks that constrain competitors.

Complete Solutions

Platform delivery includes operator training and field sustainment—mission readiness, not just hardware.

Supply Chain Security

Internal electronics manufacturing ensures NDAA compliance without external dependencies.

Cost Efficiency

Shared infrastructure and internal component sourcing enable competitive pricing for state and local customers.

Customer Journey Through Our Ecosystem

1. Requirements & Design

Forge and Flight Labs collaborates with customers to define mission requirements and develop custom platform configurations.

2. Electronics Integration

Forge and Flight Avionics designs and fabricates NDAA-compliant avionics and power systems specific to the mission profile.

3. Testing & Validation

Forge and Flight Test Systems conducts developmental testing, performance validation, and customer acceptance demonstrations.

4. Training & Deployment

Forge and Flight Academy provides operator training, mission planning instruction, and field sustainment education.

This seamless progression from concept through operational deployment—managed within a single corporate ecosystem—represents a unique capability in the American UAS industry.

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