Mission:

The mission of Air Test & Evaluation Squadron Two Four (UX-24) is to conduct and support research, development, test and evaluation (RDT&E) in support of the Department of the Navy and warfighter needs. 

Supported Platforms:

UX-24 conducts RDT&E on Group 1-5 UAS, including RQ-23 Tigershark, MQ-25 Stingray, the MQ-9A Reaper and over 400 small UAS. 

Location:

Located at NAS Patuxent River, the squadron takes advantage of unique capabilities at both Trapnell Field and Webster Outlying Field including: 

  • Integration with manned platforms in the Patuxent River Operating Areas 

  • Direct entry into restricted operating areas; no Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) coordination needed 

  • Exclusive-use areas available for small UAS 

  • Proximity to water for UAS maritime operations 

  • Dedicated UAS operations center 

Capabilities:

UX-24’s team is comprised of experts in the unmanned aircraft test community from flight test engineers and air vehicle operators to United States Naval Test Pilot School graduates. In addition to supporting programs of record, the team also supports warfighter Urgent Needs Statements, Joint Forces, other government agencies and research institutions. To streamline UAS operations and test, UX-24 maintains the following: 

  • A “Blanket” Category 3 Interim Flight Clearance that covers all government-owned Group 1 & 2 UAS operating with UX-24 at Naval Air Warfare Center Aircraft Division (NAWCAD) ranges for both land- and ship-based operations. 

  • Close working relationships with Atlantic Ranges and Targets. 

  • Airspace scheduling expertise to meet the customer’s needs from concurrent UAS operations to exclusive-use airspace. 

  • Frequency spectrum management and/or oversight. 

Personnel reporting to, inquiring about or visiting UX-24 at Webster Field may reach the unit via the Administrative Office at (301) 995-8040.

UX-24 Points of Contact

UX-24 Administrative Office: (301) 995-8040

Mission:

The mission of Air Test & Evaluation Squadron Two Four (UX-24) is to conduct and support research, development, test and evaluation (RDT&E) in support of the Department of the Navy and warfighter needs. 

Supported Platforms:

UX-24 conducts RDT&E on Group 1-5 UAS, including RQ-23 Tigershark, MQ-25 Stingray, the MQ-9A Reaper and over 400 small UAS. 

Location:

Located at NAS Patuxent River, the squadron takes advantage of unique capabilities at both Trapnell Field and Webster Outlying Field including: 

  • Integration with manned platforms in the Patuxent River Operating Areas 

  • Direct entry into restricted operating areas; no Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) coordination needed 

  • Exclusive-use areas available for small UAS 

  • Proximity to water for UAS maritime operations 

  • Dedicated UAS operations center 

Capabilities:

UX-24’s team is comprised of experts in the unmanned aircraft test community from flight test engineers and air vehicle operators to United States Naval Test Pilot School graduates. In addition to supporting programs of record, the team also supports warfighter Urgent Needs Statements, Joint Forces, other government agencies and research institutions. To streamline UAS operations and test, UX-24 maintains the following: 

  • A “Blanket” Category 3 Interim Flight Clearance that covers all government-owned Group 1 & 2 UAS operating with UX-24 at Naval Air Warfare Center Aircraft Division (NAWCAD) ranges for both land- and ship-based operations. 

  • Close working relationships with Atlantic Ranges and Targets. 

  • Airspace scheduling expertise to meet the customer’s needs from concurrent UAS operations to exclusive-use airspace. 

  • Frequency spectrum management and/or oversight. 

Personnel reporting to, inquiring about or visiting UX-24 at Webster Field may reach the unit via the Administrative Office at (301) 995-8040.

UX-24 Points of Contact

UX-24 Administrative Office: (301) 995-8040