Kite Aero Launches KITE Drone Manufacturing in Australia with Sykes Advanced

Australian uncrewed aviation developer Kite Aero has kicked off series production of its KITE autonomous logistics aircraft, working alongside manufacturing partner Sykes Advanced. The move marks a step from development into actual hardware output on Australian soil.

The KITE platform is designed for autonomous cargo and logistics missions, fitting into the growing segment of uncrewed aerial systems that handle transport without a pilot on board. By teaming with Sykes Advanced, Kite Aero aims to tap local industrial capacity rather than relying on overseas suppliers.

Details on production volumes, delivery timelines, or the specific technical configuration of the KITE aircraft have not been disclosed. For now, the start of production itself is the headline: an Australian UAV maker moving its flagship logistics drone into build phase with a domestic partner.