Lumenier Showcases Army-Airworthy Drone Systems at SOF Week 2025

TAMPA, Florida — Lumenier was honored to exhibit at SOF Week 2025, the defense industry’s most anticipated global event for the Special Operations Forces (SOF) community. Hosted in Tampa, Florida, this year’s event welcomed over 19,000 attendees, including elite military professionals, government officials, and top defense innovators.

At the heart of Lumenier’s presence were our U.S. Army Airworthiness Release (AWR)-approved UAS platforms, engineered specifically for modern defense and tactical use cases. Attendees had the opportunity to explore and interact with the following AWR-listed systems:

• Lumenier LightHawk Defender 35

• Lumenier LightHawk Defender 5

• Lumenier NightHawk AttriX10

• Lumenier LightHawk LithiX10

Each system has passed the Army’s strict airworthiness evaluation process, a milestone that underscores Lumenier’s ongoing commitment to operational safety, performance, and real-world reliability. Designed in close collaboration with end-users, these platforms offer military units enhanced situational awareness, secure communications, and unmatched versatility in both conventional and irregular warfare environments.

“Having four airworthy drones listed with the U.S. Army is a powerful validation of what we’re building,” said Chad Daring, Business Development at Lumenier. “SOF Week gives us a chance to connect directly with operators, showcase our tech, and better understand the needs of teams working in the world’s most volatile regions. Our drones are designed to be mission-flexible and combat-proven, and we’re proud to bring that capability to the SOF community.”

The drones on display reflect a broader shift in defense technology—one that emphasizes modular, mobile, and rapidly deployable UAS solutions tailored for the asymmetric demands of today’s global conflict zones. Whether supporting ISR, target acquisition, overwatch, or perimeter security, Lumenier’s systems deliver reliable, low-footprint solutions that operators can depend on.

SOF Week’s 2025 theme, “Global SOF: The Asymmetric Strategic Option for a Volatile World,” closely aligns with Lumenier’s mission to provide technological overmatch through scalable unmanned platforms. Across the exhibition floor, Lumenier engaged with defense contractors, acquisition officers, and global SOF personnel—strengthening strategic relationships and identifying new deployment opportunities.

About Lumenier
Lumenier designs and manufactures advanced unmanned aerial systems tailored for defense, public safety, and high-performance commercial applications. With a growing portfolio of AWR-listed platforms and an operator-first design philosophy, Lumenier remains at the forefront of tactical drone innovation for mission-critical operations.

For media inquiries, please contact:
Chad Daring
Business Development, Lumenier
📧 chad@lumenier.com
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