Elbit Systems Secures New Order for Bird of Prey Armed Drone Systems

Key Facts

1Duke Robotics announced that Elbit Systems received a new order for the Bird of Prey weapon drone system.

2Deliveries of the drone systems are expected to commence later this year.

In a move reflecting the growing reliance on autonomous defense solutions, Duke Robotics announced that Elbit Systems has received a new order for the Bird of Prey weaponized drone system. According to reports, deliveries of these advanced systems are expected to commence later this year, further strengthening the company's position in the military technology sector.

This contract comes at a time of high global demand for armed drones, with peers like AeroVironment reporting a 40% revenue increase in unmanned systems last quarter per its latest earnings filing. According to market data, the collaboration between Duke Robotics and Elbit aims to commercialize the precision-strike and stabilization technologies that define the Bird of Prey system for international markets.

Traders should monitor ESLT stock, which stood at $788.23 (close June 18, 2026), trading within a range defined by a low of $780.54 and a high of $824.97. Looking ahead, broader market sentiment following the Fed's recent interest rate decision and upcoming retail sales data may influence risk appetite for defense contractors in the coming week.