The exercise focused on planning and integrating new capabilities in a contested, large-scale operational setting. It brought together multinational forces and industry participants to coordinate effects across multiple domains.
The demonstration featured the Sling Blade Counter Unmanned Aircraft System, which integrates EOS’ Slinger remote weapon system with additional components. These include a 30 mm cannon, a four-pack Advanced Precision Kill Weapon System rocket launcher and an SRC radar.
The system is designed as a closed-loop capability to detect, track and engage drone threats. EOS Defence Systems USA has worked with the U.S. Army DEVCOM Armaments Center over the past year to support development and integration of radar for targeting.
Sling Blade was demonstrated during a two-hour live fire activity involving multiple combat elements. These included field artillery, Apache attack helicopters, electronic warfare systems and uncrewed ground vehicles.
Officials said the exercise highlighted the role of counter-drone systems within a broader “system of systems” operational framework. The demonstration underscored the integration of kinetic and non-kinetic capabilities in modern battlefield scenarios.
Further trials with the 10th Mountain Division are planned to continue evaluating the system. Additional operational assessments are expected as development progresses.
Multiple U.S. Department of Defense organizations are currently assessing the capability for potential procurement. EOS said the demonstration reflects growing demand for integrated counter-drone solutions in complex operational environments.
