Counter-UAS · Fixed-Wing Interceptor · Forge & Flight Labs LLC
KESTREL
Fixed-wing kinetic defeat platform. VTOL launch, high-speed intercept profile. GPS-denied capable. Zero RF emissions in terminal phase. American-manufactured.
Export Control Notice: KESTREL is subject to International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). Access to technical specifications, documentation, and pricing is restricted to U.S. Persons as defined under 22 C.F.R. § 120.15. Not available to foreign nationals or commercial buyers. ITAR/USML classification review in progress — do not discuss technical details with any foreign-affiliated contact without prior export counsel review.
Mission Effect
Kinetic Defeat Capability
Fixed-wing interceptor platform designed for high-speed terminal engagement of small UAS threats. VTOL launch eliminates runway dependency. High-speed cruise and sprint profiles. GPS-denied terminal guidance capable.
Signature Management
Zero RF in Terminal Phase
No active RF emissions during terminal intercept. Passive terminal approach reduces adversary RF detection and countermeasure effectiveness. Designed for operations in RF-contested environments.
Fleet Integration
SOVEREIGN Fleet Node
Operates as an intercept node within the SOVEREIGN AMD fleet architecture. Receives tasking from the Airborne Mission Director via IronMesh MANET. Supports INTERCEPT, RTB, HOLD, and ORBIT command states. HIL gate integrated.
Manufacturing
American-Made, NDAA Compliant
Designed and manufactured by Forge & Flight Labs in North Carolina. 100% NDAA §848 compliant. Complete component traceability documentation. No Chinese-manufactured components in any data or power path.
Performance Parameters
Detailed performance specifications, engagement envelopes, and technical data packages are available to verified DoD customers and cleared primes under NDA.
Launch Mode
VTOL
Flight Profile
Fixed-Wing Intercept
GPS-Denied
Capable
Terminal RF Emissions
Zero
Manufacturing
CF-PETG / CF-PA12
Compute
AI Edge Compute
C-UAS Fleet Architecture
KESTREL operates as the kinetic defeat node within the Forge & Flight C-UAS fleet. The complete architecture integrates SOVEREIGN AMD mission direction, SCOUT ISR verification, WRAITH passive RF/DF, and AegisEye HIL console — all communicating via IronMesh MANET.
Available as standalone units or as the complete C-UAS Entry Fleet Kit. SBIR-eligible. Contact Forge & Flight Holdings (CAGE 18WR3) for fleet kit configuration and DoD program inquiries.
Eligibility & Access
Request Capability Documentation
Technical documentation, capability briefs, and pricing are available to U.S. Government customers, cleared prime contractors, and verified DoD-affiliated organizations. Non-.mil requests require NDA execution prior to documentation release.
For C-UAS fleet kit and SOVEREIGN AMD integration: View Holdings Restricted Systems →
Export Control: KESTREL may be subject to ITAR/EAR controls under USML Category VIII. ITAR/USML classification review is in progress. All sales, teaming arrangements, and technology transfers require review by qualified export counsel. This page does not constitute an offer to transfer controlled technology. Contracting entity: Forge & Flight Labs LLC — CAGE 18VF2 · UEI SUVKLZLPBJC1 · SAM Active.