US Army Selects AEVEX Atlas to Spearhead Next-Gen Launched Effects–Short Range (LE-SR) Capabilities

The US Army selected AEVEX Aerospace’s Atlas Precision Strike System for its initial Launched Effects–Short Range (LE-SR) fielding.

Atlas was selected because it was production-ready and could be rapidly fielded, supporting the army’s goal to field initial LE-SR capabilities to all active-duty divisions by the end of 2026, according to Program Executive Officer for Aviation, Brig. Gen. David Phillips.

Atlas:
Features open architecture and advanced navigation suite
Length: 55 inches
Wingspan: 75.5 inches
Weight: 34 pounds
Can loiter for over 70 minutes and cover distances beyond 81 miles
Cruising speed: 65 knots
Dash speed: above 80 knots
Carries 7.5-pound payload