Nellis AFB renews UNIFY.C2 counter-drone platform contract

Nellis Air Force Base has renewed its contract for the UNIFY.C2 Counter-small Unmanned Aircraft Systems Mission Command Platform. The renewal follows a successful year-long evaluation and supports continued collaboration between Nellis, Creech Air Force Base, and the Nevada Test and Training Range.

This effort bolsters installation defense, flight-line security, training operations, and range activities across the Las Vegas valley. The move marks a clear transition from testing to sustained operational use. It represents a forward-looking model for meeting Counter-sUAS needs across interconnected military facilities.

How UNIFY.C2 enables integrated counter-UAS operations

UNIFY.C2, developed by Spatial Persistent Software, is a vendor-neutral command platform. It creates a common operating picture by fusing data from a wide array of sensors and technologies from different manufacturers. This integration supports real-time tracking and coordinated decision-making.

The platform consolidates multiple detection modalities into a single operational environment. It handles sensor interface displays, tracks, alerts, and critical information for operators.

This architecture lets government customers select the best sensors for each specific mission. It allows for the retention of existing system investments while seamlessly incorporating new technologies. The system is designed for defense, public safety, law enforcement, and critical infrastructure protection.

Leadership and operational benefits of the platform

Jerry McGee is the chief executive officer of the company behind UNIFY.C2. The platform significantly reduces operator workload by correlating information from distributed defense networks. It enables each participating organization to maintain the level of visibility appropriate to its duties while working from a unified data set.

"Counter-sUAS cannot be solved with a single sensor, a single modality, or a single vendor," McGee said. This philosophy is central to the platform's design, which allows operators to keep current systems and add new tools as threats and requirements evolve.

Context within the broader counter-UAS market

The renewal occurs as the counter-drone technology sector continues to expand rapidly. The September 2026 issue of the Unmanned Airspace Global Counter-UAS Systems Directory is now available. This comprehensive resource itemizes over 1,000 distinct C-UAS products and services.

The directory includes detailed performance specifications, company sales information, and partnership arrangements. It is updated every month and is organized into niche sub-sectors like net-capture systems, missiles, intercept drones, and various detectors. It is available in Word, PDF, and Excel formats for professionals in the field.

The initial contract period for UNIFY.C2 at Nellis lasted one year. "We are proud to continue supporting Nellis, Creech, and the Nevada Test and Training Range," McGee stated. The platform continues to support real-time sensor fusion, track management, and operational coordination across the Las Vegas valley installations.