Flyer Family of Light Tactical Ground Mobility Vehicles
LOS ANGELES (Oct. 14, 2024) – Flyer Defense is proud to announce the signing of a strategic agreement with Tekne, a leading Italian defense solutions provider, to jointly manufacture and supply the Flyer 72-Heavy Duty (Flyer 72-HD) tactical ground mobility vehicle to the Italian Armed Forces and other NATO allies. This collaboration combines the expertise of both companies to deliver the internally and externally air transportable, high-mobility vehicle that meets the unique operational needs of Italy’s military.
The Flyer 72-HD and it’s ruggedized engineering offers exceptional off-road performance and mission-tailored flexibility, making it highly effective for specialized operations. Through this partnership, Flyer and Tekne will establish local manufacturing and support capabilities within Italy, ensuring efficient delivery, long-term sustainment, and seamless integration of the vehicle into the Italian defense landscape.
“We are excited to collaborate with Tekne and bring the Flyer 72 HD to Italy as well as other NATO-allied countries,” said Flyer Defense Founder and CEO, Oded Nechushtan. “This partnership represents a significant step forward in expanding our international presence, while reinforcing our commitment to growing our U.S. manufacturing capabilities. We will continue to manufacture in the United States, as well as establish a local production base in Italy.”