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Greece orders more Shield AI V-Bat VTOL drones, building on Hellenic Navy operations

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Greece has placed a follow-on order for Shield AI’s V-Bat uncrewed aerial system, which is already operated by the Hellenic Navy. The ducted-fan aircraft can take off and land vertically, operate without a runway and remain airborne for up to 12 hours, offering flexible basing for military missions.

Discovered 2026-11-11T04:05:36.150767-08:00 | 2026-11-11T04:05:36.150767-08:00

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  • The follow-on order extends Greece’s use of the V-Bat beyond its existing Hellenic Navy operations, signaling continued procurement of the system.
  • Vertical takeoff and landing removes the need for a runway, while the stated 12-hour endurance provides operating flexibility for missions from dispersed locations.

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