First Breach Successfully Tests Long Range Strike Drone

Hagerstown-based First Breach Inc. has completed the initial test flight of its Long Range Strike (LRS) drone platform. The LRS, developed with Hellbender Inc., is part of a two-drone strategy that also includes the Close Quarters Strike (CQS) platform, both of which are undergoing active flight testing. The drones share components, supply chains, and production lines, aiming for efficiency and scalability.

The LRS drone is a compact, unmanned aircraft system weighing under 9 kg, designed for over 20 km range and speeds of approximately 120 km/h. It features modular radio connectivity and GPS-denied navigation, with a commitment to non-Chinese sourcing for critical components. First Breach plans to finalize prototypes by late 2026 and initiate scaled production by mid-2027.

These developments signify a key milestone for First Breach, which aims to meet evolving defense market requirements through its advanced, American-made drone technology.