SYPAQ Integrates FLIR Boson Thermal Camera into CorvoX SUAS for Australian Army

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 program for dismounted soldier operations.

“The Thermal by FLIR program 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 stabilization algorithms for geo-lock, 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)
optimized 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 kilometers 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-centimeter) 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.

See the CorvoX at Indo Pacific 2025
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.

To learn more about Teledyne FLIR OEM, visit https://oem.flir.com/.