ParaZero Technologies has won its first DefendAir contract from a major Israeli defense entity, expanding the operational footprint of its counter-drone technology.
DefendAir is designed to counter hostile unmanned aerial systems using a net-based interception method, allowing enemy drones to be captured and disabled with minimal collateral damage. The contract includes multiple DefendAir systems, as well as integration support and operator training to ensure rapid fielding.
According to the Kefar Sava-based company, the customer is enhancing its counter-UAS capabilities to address the rapidly growing drone threat, which has emerged as a significant challenge for ground forces and related military operations in recent conflicts.
The latest contract builds on momentum generated in 2025, when ParaZero received DefendAir orders from a global defense company in October and a “prestigious defense organization” earlier in August. The company further showcased the system in December 2025 during demonstrations conducted separately for NATO and Germany.
The DefendAir system can be launched from an interceptor drone, a stationary turret, or a handheld device. Its engagement range varies from 2 to 100 meters depending on configuration, with net sizes ranging between 9 and 100 square meters. Additional capabilities, including radar sensors, command-and-control relays, and radio-frequency systems, can be integrated to enhance effectiveness and align with existing defense architectures.
