Ardea is MDA's centre of excellence for UAV applications, research and development, services, and customer training. The secure test range and MDA's state-of-the-art engineering facilities extend Canada's capabilities in UAVs and broaden the range of applications for customers.

The centerpiece of Ardea is the Heron UAV, an operationally proven Medium Altitude Long Endurance system used by leading defence establishments around the world. MDA's complete solution includes an advanced ground control station and ground data terminal supported by operations and maintenance staff, spares tools, and testing equipment.

Ardea is an exciting opportunity to explore new territory in UAV applications, and we invite you to join us at North America's premier facility for research and development, and applications development.