Safe Pro Group Demonstrates AI‑Powered Drone Imagery in U.S. Army Live‑Fire Exercise

SPAI
April 15, 2026

Safe Pro Group Inc. completed a U.S. Army live‑fire exercise on April 15, 2026, using its Safe Pro Object Threat Detection (SPOTD) platform and NODE‑X miniaturized edge‑processing kit to process drone imagery and locate live mines in real time.

The exercise, held in AVENTURA, Fla., showcased the NODE‑X kit’s ability to perform real‑time AI inference on drone footage, generating orthomosaics, 3‑D models, and automated route guidance without connectivity. The demonstration confirmed the platform’s operational readiness and supports the company’s strategy to expand AI‑enabled situational‑awareness solutions to U.S. Army customers.

Dan Erdberg, Chairman and CEO, said: “We are honored to have been invited to work side‑by‑side with our Army stakeholders in the field during this high‑pressure exercise. We believe that through these live minefield exercises, the Army is gaining increased confidence in our capabilities as we work together, gather soldier feedback, and deliver battle tested capabilities that our customers need fielded.” He added: “As we enter Q2, we are building strong momentum with our customers and are continuing to engage in discussions on how our AI technologies can help support their requirements in the short, medium and long term.”

For the fiscal year ending December 31, 2025, Safe Pro Group reported a net loss per share of $(0.85) on revenues of $0.607 million, a decline from the prior year. Revenue has fallen year‑over‑year, with drone‑based services and protective‑gear sales declining, while the AI software segment has shown modest growth. The company maintains a strong balance sheet, with cash and liquid assets exceeding short‑term obligations.

The live‑fire exercise and NODE‑X commercial rollout are significant milestones that could accelerate future contracts with the U.S. Army and other defense agencies. The company has secured a $1 million U.S. government subcontract for AI edge systems, and the demonstration shows the technology’s readiness for battlefield deployment. However, the company’s ongoing unprofitability and declining revenue highlight the need for continued execution to convert technology demonstrations into commercial success.

While the demonstration marks a key operational achievement, investors should weigh it against the company’s financial performance and the broader competitive landscape. The event underscores Safe Pro Group’s technical capabilities but also signals that the company must sustain growth and profitability to capitalize on its battlefield analytics platform.

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