Draganfly Inc.

Draganfly Inc. has announced an exclusive strategic partnership with the Small & Rural Law Enforcement Executives Association (SRLEEA) to launch the SRLEEA Drone Implementation & Readiness Program. This initiative is designed to help small, rural, and tribal law enforcement agencies successfully implement, operate, and sustain professional drone programs. Draganfly was chosen for its comprehensive offerings, including technology, training, policies, and long-term support, aiming to enhance operational capabilities and officer safety for these agencies.

Draganfly Inc. has announced an exclusive strategic partnership with the Small & Rural Law Enforcement Executives Association (SRLEEA) to launch the SRLEEA Drone Implementation & Readiness Program. This initiative is designed to help small, rural, and tribal law enforcement agencies successfully implement, operate, and sustain professional drone programs. Draganfly was selected for its comprehensive offering of technology, training, policies, and long-term support, aiming to enhance officer safety, emergency response, and operational capabilities for these agencies.

Draganfly Inc. announced a partnership with the International Association of Campus Law Enforcement Administrators (IACLEA) to launch a national Campus Drone Implementation & Readiness Program. This initiative will help colleges and universities establish compliant drone programs to enhance campus safety, improve critical incident response, and build community trust. Draganfly was chosen as the strategic partner following a competitive evaluation, providing a turnkey solution that includes policy, training, and equipment guidance.

Draganfly Inc. has completed its previously announced acquisition of Skip Dynamix Corporation for an aggregate purchase price of up to US$7,525,000. The transaction involved a cash payment of US$2,525,000 at closing, US$2,500,000 in Draganfly common shares, and up to US$2,500,000 in earn-out consideration. This acquisition integrates Skip Dynamix's ultra-low cost, mass-producible fixed-wing drone capabilities, including the Orca platform, into Draganfly's defense portfolio. The move is expected to strengthen Draganfly's market position in autonomous aerial systems for defense, national security, and government sectors.

Draganfly Inc. announced the nomination of Mr. Paul Dadwal for election to its board of directors at the upcoming annual general meeting of shareholders. Concurrently, Mr. Scott Larson will not seek re-election and has stepped down from the board. Mr. Dadwal brings extensive experience in capital markets and public safety, having served as a Superintendent with the Royal Canadian Mounted Police for over 19 years and founded Ari & Co. Capital.

Draganfly Inc. announced that it has been selected, along with F4 Defense International (F4DI), by DEVCOM Army Research Laboratory for an initial development contract. The contract focuses on creating a modular, multi-layered, integrated counter-unmanned aircraft system (C-UAS) platform designed to detect, identify, track, target, and defeat hostile drones. This initiative highlights Draganfly's expansion into defense technologies, addressing the rapidly growing global Counter-UAS market, which is projected to reach over US$20 billion by 2030.

Draganfly Inc., in collaboration with F4 Defense International, has been awarded an initial development contract by DEVCOM Army Research Laboratory. The contract focuses on creating a modular, multi-layered, integrated counter-unmanned aircraft system (C-UAS) platform designed to detect, identify, track, target, and defeat hostile drones. This initiative highlights Draganfly's expansion into advanced defense technologies, addressing the rapidly growing global C-UAS market, projected to exceed US$20 billion by 2030.

Draganfly Inc. announced the launch of its Draganfly Blitz™ Advanced Optical Payload Product Line, developed in partnership with Blitz Technologies. This strategic move positions Draganfly as an exclusive integrator and distributor for Blitz Technology across the Americas, targeting the rapidly growing mission-critical optical payloads segment. The global EO/IR gimbal and drone payload market is projected to exceed $12 billion annually by 2030, with the new platform designed to meet demand for secure, NDAA-compliant solutions with lower costs and rapid scalability. The product line, featuring various Spectrum systems with EO/IR and laser rangefinding capabilities, will debut at SOF Week 2026.

Draganfly Inc. filed a Form 6-K with the SEC on May 19, 2026, providing materials related to its upcoming Annual General Meeting. The filing includes the Notice and Access Notification of the Annual General Meeting, the Management Information Circular, a Form of Proxy, and a Return Card for shareholders.

Draganfly Inc. has entered into a definitive asset purchase agreement to acquire substantially all assets of Skip Dynamix Corporation, a developer of ultra-low-cost, mass-producible fixed-wing unmanned aerial systems. The transaction, valued at up to US$7,525,000, aims to deepen Draganfly's defense platform portfolio and strategically position the company in the rapidly growing market for low-cost autonomous aerial systems. This acquisition will combine Draganfly's manufacturing and AI capabilities with Skip Dynamix's fixed-wing platform, addressing military procurement priorities for long-range ISR and one-way missions. The deal is expected to close in early June 2026 and includes the retention of Skip Dynamix's founders.