Goleta, Calif.,– Teledyne FLIR OEM, a Teledyne Technologies Incorporated company and the global leader in enabling thermal imaging innovation, today announced its latest Thermal by FLIR collaboration with SYPAQ Systems, one of Australia’s leading sovereign drone manufacturers. The new CorvoX small unmanned aerial system (SUAS), featuring the NDAA-compliant and ITAR-free Boson® thermal infrared (IR) camera, is under contract to be delivered to the Australian Army in December 2025 under the Australian Defence Force DEF129 SUAS programme for dismounted soldier operations.
“The Thermal by FLIR programme represents a natural evolution of our commitment to delivering world-class sovereign defense capabilities globally,” said Amanda Holt, CEO and Managing Director of SYPAQ Systems. “The Boson integration into our CorvoX platform exemplifies how strategic collaborations between Australia, the United Kingdom, and the United States (AUKUS) nations can accelerate the development and delivery of advanced technologies into the hands of the warfighters.”
Developed specifically for dismounted soldier operations, CorvoX is configured with the Corvo Guarda 70 DN EO/IR payload, featuring a 640 x 512 resolution Boson, delivering world-leading thermal imaging performance, seeing through darkness, smoke, and most fog. The Boson is paired with an electro-optical (EO) sensor and resides within a two-axis mechanical system with advanced stabilisation algorithms for geolock, object detection, and moving target tracking, essential for modern reconnaissance and surveillance missions.
“The CorvoX showcases the versatility and performance of our size, weight, and power (SWaP) optimised Boson thermal sensor in demanding uncrewed applications,” said Jared Faraudo, Vice President, Product Management, Teledyne FLIR OEM. “SYPAQ’s commitment to sovereign manufacturing and secure, high volume supply chains aligns with our mission to enable innovative, market-leading thermal infrared technology worldwide.”
Next-Generation CorvoX SUAS
The CorvoX features an innovative thrust-vectored vertical takeoff and landing (VTOL) configuration that delivers class-leading endurance in extreme weather and up to 35 miles per hour (mph) (55 kilometres per hour (km/h)) of wind. Capable of speeds up to 62 mph (100 km/h), the lightweight, man-portable system weighs less than 4.4 pounds (2 kilograms), has a 32.3-inch (82-centimetre) wingspan, and can fly for up to 50 minutes. Designed for hand-thrown or ground VTOL takeoff, the CorvoX reduces the physical and cognitive load on operators. The system includes a novel memory structure that prevents sensitive intelligence from leaking during the mission, and the onboard artificial intelligence (AI) capabilities are updated constantly.
SYPAQ will showcase the CorvoX and Corvo Guarda 70-DN payload at Indo Pacific 2025 in Sydney, Australia, November 4-6, 2025. Visit SYPAQ at the Victorian Government Pavilion No. 3F92 to experience this next-generation capability firsthand.
