# Proforce secures local customer for Eagle 3 UAV

- Link: https://www.military.africa/2024/04/proforce-secures-local-customer-for-eagle-3-uav/
- Published: 2024-04-29T09:38:57+01:00
- Author: Ekene Lionel

The Ogun State Government has deployed the Proforce Eagle 3 drone, a state-of-the-
art Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV) produced by Proforce Air Systems Limited.

The deployment was witnessed by the Inspector General of Police, Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun,
and Ogun State Governor, Prince Dapo Abiodun, during the drone’s inaugural flight.
The Eagle 3 UAV, boasting advanced surveillance and reconnaissance capabilities,
is now an active component of the state’s crime-fighting arsenal.

The Eagle 3 is designed for vertical takeoff and landing, making it highly versatile
for mapping and surveillance missions. Its aerodynamic design allows for seamless
operation, providing unmatched performance and precision in aerial surveillance.

Customization is at the forefront of the Eagle 3’s design, allowing for a variety
of payload options to meet specific surveillance requirements. These include high-
definition cameras, thermal imaging, EO/IR, and advanced sensors.

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Constructed from durable materials such as EPO, carbon fiber, aviation aluminum 
alloy, and engineering plastic, the Eagle 3 boasts an impressive endurance of 2 
hours and 30 minutes at maximum takeoff weight, with a range of 126 kilometers.

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A standout feature is the A30TR 3-Axis Gimbal Camera, capable of accurately tracking
humans, vehicles, or boats, identifying target GPS locations and distances, and 
offering a zoom capability of up to 30 times.

The collaboration between Proforce and Ogun State began with a training program 
aimed at equipping security personnel with the necessary skills to operate UAVs 
effectively. This partnership has now culminated in the deployment of the Eagle 
3, showcasing Proforce’s commitment to supporting local security measures.

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Governor Dapo Abiodun highlighted the strategic importance of the drone, particularly
for monitoring the Lagos Ibadan Expressway, a critical and vulnerable thoroughfare.
The Eagle 3’s deployment promises a quicker response time during incidents, enhancing
the state’s overall security response.

In 2022, Nigeria’s Proforce Defence and French  drone company Aeraccess [signed](https://www.military.africa/2022/04/proforce-aeraccess-signs-partnership-on-drone-production/)
a partnership agreement to manufacture surveillance drones. The agreement which 
was signed with Proforce Air Systems Nigeria, was announced in a statement on 7 
April.

Subsequently, after signing a partnership agreement to manufacture surveillance 
drones, French AERACCESS and Nigeria’s Proforce signed another [memorandum of understanding](https://www.military.africa/2022/04/aeraccess-proforce-collaborate-on-drone-training-and-production/)
to create a “Drone Academy” and build a drone production line in Nigeria.

AERACCESS is a French company specializing in the design and manufacture of drones
for the security and surveillance markets as well as civil markets such as nuclear,
agriculture and oil & gas.

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