Embention USA, a global leader in high-reliability flight control systems for drones used in defense, advanced air mobility, and commercial applications, and SkyRunner, manufacturer of the FAA‑certified MK 3.2 dual‑mode air–ground platform, today announced a strategic integration that brings fully autonomous and remote‑piloted capabilities to one of the most versatile light‑tactical aircraft in the world.
The collaboration pairs Embention’s Veronte Autopilot technology with the SkyRunner MK 3.2, transforming the proven manned air‑ground vehicle into an unmanned, attritable, and infrastructure‑independent asset built for the modern contested battlespace.
A new class of autonomy for a new kind of fight
The integrated system delivers three core capabilities essential for today’s degraded, denied, and rapidly shifting operational environments:
- Autonomous Take‑Off: the MK 3.2 can now launch without a pilot onboard, enabling rapid deployment from austere terrain, forward positions, or concealed sites.
- Autonomous Flight via Waypoints: Embention’s flight‑control architecture enables precise, programmable routing for ISR, resupply, and reconnaissance missions across complex terrain.
- Remote‑Piloted Landing: operators can assume positive control for terminal guidance, recovery, or repositioning, even in GPS‑challenged or communications‑limited environments.
Expanding the mission envelope
The unmanned MK 3.2 fills a critical gap between small UAVs, UGVs, and manned aviation. With its hybrid air‑ground architecture, the platform can:
- Penetrate areas where drones are jammed or grounded
- Deliver last‑mile logistics without risking aircrew
- Provide ISR reach beyond the limitations of ground vehicles
- Access denied terrain without runways, roads, or infrastructure
- Support casualty access and emergency extraction in contested zones
This integration positions the MK 3.2 as a low‑cost, attritable, multi‑domain mobility asset for defense, homeland security, and critical‑infrastructure protection.
Leadership commentary
“The future battlespace demands platforms that can move without permission, operate without infrastructure, and survive in contested environments. By integrating Embention’s proven autonomy suite, the MK 3.2 becomes a force‑multiplier for small units, responders, and defenders.”
Stewart Hamel, Founder & CEO of SkyRunner
“SkyRunner’s dual‑mode architecture is uniquely suited for autonomy. Our Veronte systems bring the reliability, precision, and safety required for unmanned operations, enabling a new class of tactical mobility that aligns with the needs of modern defense forces.”
David Benavente, Founder & CEO of Embention
About SkyRunner
SkyRunner is a U.S. aerospace and defense manufacturer producing FAA certified TRL‑9 mission‑ready aircraft with capabilities beyond traditional aviation. The company’s next‑generation program introduces unmanned variants with autonomous, remote‑piloted, and optionally manned modes. These platforms integrate advanced sensors, secure communications, and modular payloads for unmatched multi‑domain versatility. SkyRunner is pioneering hybrid aerial‑ground mobility for the modern battlespace and national security operations.
About Embention
Leaders in advanced drone control solutions for defense, advanced air mobility, and commercial applications. With 19 years of experience, Embention pioneers the integration of embedded AI with safety-critical avionics and certified flight control systems. This enables high-level autonomy, precise GNSS-denied navigation, and robust resistance to EW, ensuring safe, reliable, and scalable operations in contested environments.
As the first drone avionics specialist to secure both EASA APDOA and POA certifications, Embention establishes clear leadership in certification for drone avionics. The recent listing on Euronext Growth, backed by a team of over 180 professionals, combines a unique technological edge with a commitment to corporate transparency and stakeholder value.
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