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Unusual Machines Secures $1.6 Million Order for Aura Cameras and HDO+ Goggles to Support U.S. Defense Supply Chain

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Unusual Machines (NYSE American:UMAC) has secured a significant $1.6 million order for Fat Shark Aura cameras and HDO+ goggles from a domestic defense drone manufacturer. The components, which are NDAA-compliant and included in the Blue UAS Framework, will be delivered through the U.S. defense supply chain.

The company will begin production immediately, with initial deliveries scheduled for late September 2025 and completion by December 2025. The HDO+ goggles feature high-clarity optics with the largest field of view in analog FPV headsets, supporting both 4:3 and 16:9 aspect ratios.

This order aligns with Unusual Machines' strategy of scaling inventory, maintaining strong cash reserves, and expanding U.S.-based manufacturing capabilities to meet growing government demand.

Unusual Machines (NYSE American:UMAC) ha ottenuto un importante ordine da 1,6 milioni di dollari per telecamere Fat Shark Aura e visori HDO+ da un produttore nazionale di droni per la difesa. I componenti, conformi all'NDAA e inclusi nel Blue UAS Framework, saranno forniti attraverso la catena di approvvigionamento della difesa statunitense.

L'azienda avvierà immediatamente la produzione: le prime consegne sono previste per la fine di settembre 2025 e la commessa sarà completata entro dicembre 2025. I visori HDO+ offrono ottiche ad alta definizione con il più ampio campo visivo tra gli headset FPV analogici, supportando rapporti d'aspetto 4:3 e 16:9.

Questo ordine è coerente con la strategia di Unusual Machines di aumentare le scorte, mantenere solide riserve di liquidità e ampliare la produzione negli Stati Uniti per soddisfare la crescente domanda governativa.

Unusual Machines (NYSE American:UMAC) ha asegurado un importante pedido de 1,6 millones de dólares de cámaras Fat Shark Aura y gafas HDO+ por parte de un fabricante nacional de drones de defensa. Los componentes, compatibles con la NDAA e incluidos en el Blue UAS Framework, se entregarán a través de la cadena de suministro de defensa de EE. UU.

La compañía comenzará la producción de inmediato; las entregas iniciales están programadas para finales de septiembre de 2025 y la finalización para diciembre de 2025. Las gafas HDO+ cuentan con ópticas de alta claridad y el mayor campo de visión entre los cascos FPV analógicos, con soporte para relaciones de aspecto 4:3 y 16:9.

Este pedido se alinea con la estrategia de Unusual Machines de escalar inventarios, mantener fuertes reservas de efectivo y expandir la fabricación en EE. UU. para atender la creciente demanda gubernamental.

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Unusual Machines (NYSE American:UMAC) a obtenu une importante commande de 1,6 million de dollars portant sur des caméras Fat Shark Aura et des lunettes HDO+ auprès d'un fabricant national de drones de défense. Les composants, conformes à la NDAA et inclus dans le Blue UAS Framework, seront livrés via la chaîne d'approvisionnement de la défense américaine.

La société commencera la production immédiatement : les premières livraisons sont prévues pour fin septembre 2025 et la commande sera achevée d'ici décembre 2025. Les lunettes HDO+ disposent d'optiques haute définition offrant le plus grand champ de vision parmi les casques FPV analogiques et prennent en charge les formats 4:3 et 16:9.

Cette commande s'inscrit dans la stratégie d'Unusual Machines visant à augmenter les stocks, à maintenir d'importantes réserves de trésorerie et à développer les capacités de fabrication aux États-Unis pour répondre à la demande croissante du gouvernement.

Unusual Machines (NYSE American:UMAC) hat einen bedeutenden Auftrag über 1,6 Millionen US-Dollar für Fat Shark Aura-Kameras und HDO+-Brillen von einem inländischen Hersteller von Verteidigungsdrohnen erhalten. Die Komponenten sind NDAA-konform und im Blue UAS Framework gelistet und werden über die US-Verteidigungsversorgungskette geliefert.

Das Unternehmen wird sofort mit der Produktion beginnen; die ersten Lieferungen sind für geplant und die Fertigstellung bis Dezember 2025 vorgesehen. Die HDO+-Brillen bieten hochklare Optiken mit dem größten Sichtfeld unter analogen FPV-Headsets und unterstützen sowohl 4:3- als auch 16:9-Seitenverhältnisse.

Dieser Auftrag stimmt mit der Strategie von Unusual Machines überein, Lagerbestände zu erhöhen, starke Liquiditätsreserven zu halten und die in den USA ansässigen Fertigungskapazitäten auszubauen, um der wachsenden staatlichen Nachfrage gerecht zu werden.

Positive
  • Secured significant $1.6 million order for defense supply chain
  • Products are NDAA-compliant and included in Blue UAS Framework
  • Strong cash reserves and scaled inventory enable quick execution
  • Planned expansion of U.S.-based manufacturing capabilities
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  • Execution dependent on successful launch of new Orlando manufacturing facility
  • Potential risks from supply chain issues and inflation
  • Success contingent on availability of commercial real estate and labor pool

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Unusual Machines secures meaningful $1.6M defense order, showcasing growth in NDAA-compliant drone component market and strengthening domestic supply chain position.

This $1.6 million purchase order represents a significant milestone for Unusual Machines in the defense drone supply chain. The order for Fat Shark Aura cameras and HDO+ goggles demonstrates the company's growing foothold in the NDAA-compliant drone component market, a sector that has seen increased demand following stricter requirements for domestic sourcing of defense technology.

The inclusion of Fat Shark Aura cameras in the Blue UAS Framework is particularly noteworthy, as this designation confirms compliance with Department of Defense and NDAA standards—a crucial qualification for companies seeking to participate in the defense supply chain. The HDO+ goggles' technical capabilities, featuring adaptable aspect ratios without compromising field of vision, address specific operational needs for defense applications.

The delivery timeline—initial shipments by September with completion by December—indicates Unusual Machines has already established the production capacity to fulfill substantial orders. Their emphasis on maintaining strong cash reserves and scaling inventory ahead of demand suggests a strategic approach to capturing larger contracts in the defense sector.

The company's planned expansion into U.S.-based manufacturing for HDO+ goggles aligns with broader national security objectives to onshore critical technology production. This strategy positions Unusual Machines advantageously amid growing government initiatives to strengthen domestic supply chains for defense technologies, potentially opening doors to larger contracts as defense agencies increasingly prioritize U.S.-manufactured components.

ORLANDO, FLORIDA / / August 19, 2025 / Unusual Machines, Inc. (NYSE American:UMAC), a provider of NDAA-compliant drone components, today announced a $1.6 million purchase of Fat Shark Aura cameras and HDO+ goggles placed by a domestic defense drone manufacturer. The components will be delivered through the U.S. defense supply chain, reinforcing Unusual Machines' role as a trusted supplier of compliant equipment.

The Fat Shark Aura cameras are included in the Blue UAS Framework, confirming compliance with Department of Defense and NDAA standards. The HDO+ goggles offer high-clarity optics with the largest field of view of any analog FPV headset currently on the market, allowing operators to switch between 4:3 and 16:9 aspect ratios without narrowing the field of vision.

Production will begin immediately, with initial deliveries scheduled for the end of September and the remainder completed by December.

"This order represents a milestone for Unusual Machines and, importantly, reflects the trust our customers place in us to deliver large quantities of critical components," said Allan Evans, CEO of Unusual Machines. "By keeping cash reserves strong, scaling inventory ahead of demand, and strengthening our supply chain for larger volumes, we can execute quickly and reliably. This mindset allows us to accelerate delivery, ensure dependability, and expand manufacturing so more drone capability is built in the United States."

Today's announcement reflects the growing scale of opportunities for Unusual Machines. While this order will ship from existing production lines, the upcoming U.S.-based manufacturing facility for HDO+ goggles underscores the company's long-term strategy to onshore even more production, keep pace with government demand, and deliver the capacity needed for future growth.

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This press release contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. The words "believe," "may," "estimate," "continue," "anticipate," "intend," "should," "plan," "could," "target," "potential," "is likely," "will," "expect" and similar expressions, as they relate to us, are intended to identify forward-looking statements. These statements include: our expectation that we will deliver initial orders of the Aura cameras and HDO+ goggles by the end of September 2025 and the balance of the orders by December 2025, our ability to execute orders, our quickly and reliably, and our expectation that we will be successful leasing a new facility and expand our manufacturing footprint and build our headset production capabilities. The results expected by some or all of these forward-looking statements may not occur. Factors that affect our ability to achieve these results include our expectation that we will commence operations in our new Orlando manufacturing facility in September 2025 and close the Rotor Lab acquisition in the third quarter of 2025, the continued availability of commercial real estate near our Orlando, Florida facilities, the availability of a satisfactory labor pool, potential supply chain issues, the impact from tariffs including inflation, and the Risk Factors contained in our Form 10-Q, filed with the SEC on May 8, 2025, Prospectus Supplement filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission (the "SEC") on March 6, 2025 and in our Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2024. Factors or events that could cause our actual results to differ may emerge from time to time, and it is not possible for us to predict all of them. Any forward-looking statement made by us herein speaks only as of the date on which it is made. We undertake no obligation to update any forward-looking statement, whether as a result of new information, future developments or otherwise, except as may be required by law.

About Unusual Machines

Unusual Machines manufactures and sells drone components and drones across a diversified brand portfolio, which includes Fat Shark, the leader in FPV (first-person view) ultra-low latency video goggles for drone pilots. The Company also retails small, acrobatic FPV drones and equipment directly to consumers through the curated Rotor Riot ecommerce store. With a changing regulatory environment, Unusual Machines seeks to be a dominant Tier-1 parts supplier to the fast-growing multi-billion-dollar U.S. drone industry. According to Fact.MR, the global drone accessories market is currently valued at $17.5 billion and is set to top $115 billion by 2032. For more information, please visit .

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FAQ

What is the value of Unusual Machines' (UMAC) new defense order in 2025?

Unusual Machines secured a $1.6 million order for Fat Shark Aura cameras and HDO+ goggles from a domestic defense drone manufacturer.

When will Unusual Machines deliver the $1.6M defense order?

Initial deliveries are scheduled for late September 2025, with the remainder to be completed by December 2025.

What products are included in Unusual Machines' defense supply chain order?

The order includes Fat Shark Aura cameras, which are Blue UAS Framework compliant, and HDO+ goggles featuring the largest field of view in analog FPV headsets.

How does the new order align with Unusual Machines' manufacturing strategy?

The order aligns with UMAC's strategy of expanding U.S.-based manufacturing, maintaining strong cash reserves, and scaling inventory to meet growing government demand.

Are Unusual Machines' drone components compliant with defense requirements?

Yes, the Fat Shark Aura cameras are NDAA-compliant and included in the Blue UAS Framework, meeting Department of Defense standards.
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