Taiwan's Thunder Tiger showcases FPV drone at US Army expo

台灣雷虎科技在美國軍工展上展示第一視角自殺無人機（FPV）

TAIPEI (Taiwan News) — Thunder Tiger showcased its Overkill first-person view drone at an annual meeting and exposition hosted by the Association of the US Army as part of efforts to expand its presence in the global defense market, CNA reported.

Held from Monday to Wednesday in Washington, D.C., the event drew over 750 exhibitors and more than 44,000 attendees. The expo serves as a platform connecting military leaders, industry innovators, and policymakers, with a focus on US Army priorities and the latest defense technologies.

Overkill, which is fully manufactured in Taiwan, has a flight endurance of 30 minutes, a top speed of 120 kph, and a maximum payload capacity of three kilograms. It is capable of navigating through confined spaces such as rooftops and narrow alleyways.

The company said the Overkill drone is equipped with Auterion’s Skynode, an AI-powered flight controller that enables autonomous strike capabilities. It also features anti-jamming GPS to ensure reliable performance in high-risk missions, including precision attacks, reconnaissance, and border security.

In July, Auterion was awarded a NT$1.6 billion (US$50 million) contract by the US Department of Defense to supply 33,000 drones equipped with its Skynode system to Ukraine. Thunder Tiger said Auterion’s strong expertise in drone flight control systems supports the company’s efforts to advance its UAV technologies.

In September, the Overkill drone was added to the US Blue UAS Cleared List, making it the first Taiwanese-made UAV to receive this cybersecurity and military-grade certification. This means the drone has passed strict checks for security, supply chain integrity, and operational performance, allowing US military and government agencies to procure it without extra approvals.

At the event, the company also showcased a video highlighting its FPV drone attack test conducted with the National Chung Shan Institute of Science and Technology. The footage demonstrated the drone’s ability to detect and track moving targets within a one-kilometer range, even in electromagnetic environments.