The UAS Mission Trainer (UMT) is a state-of-the-art, high-fidelity mission training system designed to replace costly training flight hours with a highly effective simulation experience. Developed as part of the UAS academy, the UMT caters to the increasing need for advanced training tools that accommodate the complexity and diversity of Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS) missions while significantly lowering overall training expenses. It serves all UAS operational personnel—including pilots, payload operators, and external pilots—across various training stages, offering capabilities for individual, team, and multi-team training. The system features an Instructor Operating Station (IOS) that is separate from the trainees' area to enhance realism and flexibility, along with integrated operational components that simulate real-world avionics. Its modular architecture allows for easy upgrades and replacements, ensuring compatibility with embedded standards like HLA and STANAG 4586 for multi-training scenarios and seamless integration with operational UAS elements.
The HoverMast 100 is an advanced, lightweight reconnaissance system designed for a variety of applications, including military and civilian use. With a quick deployment time of just 1-1.5 minutes, it provides real-time aerial surveillance and situational awareness, making it an essential tool for ground forces and security operations. The system is equipped with high-resolution cameras and sensors, allowing operators to capture detailed imagery and data from the air. Its compact design ensures ease of transport and setup, while its robust performance in diverse environments enhances operational effectiveness. The HoverMast 100 represents a significant advancement in portable aerial technology, offering users unparalleled capabilities in monitoring and reconnaissance.
The IAI ThunderB-VTOL is a cutting-edge hybrid Unmanned Aerial System (UAS) that seamlessly integrates multirotor VTOL capabilities with fixed-wing aircraft design, making it ideal for extended Intelligence, Surveillance, Target Acquisition, and Reconnaissance (ISTAR) missions. This innovative platform features reduced acoustic, visual, thermal, and radar signatures, ensuring covert operations. With vertical lift for takeoff and landing from confined spaces, it also boasts efficient forward flight powered by a highly efficient ICE engine that extends endurance up to 12 hours. The ThunderB-VTOL delivers rapid, GPS-marked High-Definition video and photogrammetric tactical mapping on demand, all managed through a fully autonomous flight control system and an intuitive ground control station. Its advanced situational awareness is enhanced by the ability to carry up to 8 kg of high-performance EO/IR payloads, making it a versatile tool for modern military and security operations.
The WanderB-VTOL is an advanced military drone designed for tactical Intelligence, Surveillance, Target Acquisition, and Reconnaissance (ISTAR) operations. This all-electric vertical takeoff and landing (VTOL) aircraft combines the benefits of multirotor and fixed-wing designs, enabling extended mission endurance and range while maintaining low acoustic, visual, thermal, and radar signatures. With a unique wing-based lift system and a single pusher propeller for forward flight, the WanderB-VTOL operates quietly and efficiently. It supports missions lasting up to 2.5 hours with a fully autonomous flight control system and an intuitive ground control interface, allowing for rapid deployment of high-definition video and photogrammetric mapping on demand. Its high-performance electro-optical/infrared (EO/IR) payloads can carry up to 15 kg, making it a versatile tool for modern military operations.
The BirdEye 650D is an advanced, affordable small unmanned aerial system (UAS) designed for tactical intelligence, surveillance, target acquisition, and reconnaissance (ISTAR) missions. This fixed-wing UAV offers exceptional endurance, achieving up to 15 hours of flight time and a range of 150 km, making it ideal for both urban and over-the-hill reconnaissance. It operates seamlessly alongside ground forces and is easily transportable via a trailer, ensuring quick deployment with minimal logistical requirements. The system is controlled by a team of three personnel using either a vehicle-mounted ground control station or portable controls, allowing tactical units to effectively manage their ISTAR assets. With a maximum altitude of 15,000 feet and loiter speeds between 40-80 KTAS, the BirdEye 650D provides wide-area coverage and persistent surveillance while maintaining a low visual and acoustic signature for covert operations. It supports a payload of up to 5.5 kg, integrating stabilized day/night sensors and moving target trackers to enhance mission capabilities.
The Tactical Heron, an advanced Unmanned Aerial System (UAS) developed by IAI, is engineered for demanding intelligence, surveillance, target acquisition, and reconnaissance (ISTAR) missions at the tactical level. Evolving from the renowned Heron family, this long-endurance platform supports ground forces with its ability to perform operations over the horizon and beyond the line of sight (BLOS). It boasts multi-mission versatility by carrying up to four payloads simultaneously, including electro-optical/infrared sensors, maritime patrol radar, and electronic signals intelligence (SIGINT) systems. With a range exceeding 250 km through a wideband datalink and optional SATCOM communications extending beyond 1,000 km, the Tactical Heron is designed for maximum operational effectiveness. Powered by a certified low-noise electronic fuel injection engine, it can operate at altitudes of 23,000 ft even in adverse weather conditions and reach speeds of up to 120 KTAS, making it an unparalleled asset for modern military operations.
The BEL Tethered UAV (TUAV) is a cutting-edge unmanned aerial vehicle designed for airborne applications requiring extended endurance. Ideal for deployment from shipboard, mobile ground vehicles, or fixed systems, it functions as a virtual telescopic mast, offering a reliable and portable solution for aerial surveillance and monitoring. With features such as built-in video stabilization, target tracking, and high-quality video recording, the TUAV enhances situational awareness through its height advantage, allowing for longer detection ranges. It boasts high system endurance with continuous operation capabilities, secure optical fiber communication links, and quick deployment in under 10 minutes. This versatile system is perfect for border and coastline surveillance, monitoring critical infrastructures like ports and airbases, and facilitating point-to-point communication in non-line-of-sight scenarios.
The Archer UAV, developed by BEL, is an indigenously designed short-range unmanned aerial vehicle that excels in both intelligence, surveillance, target acquisition, and reconnaissance (ISTAR) as well as armed operational roles. With an operational altitude of 22,000 feet, an impressive endurance of 12 hours, and a range of 220 kilometers, the Archer UAV is a multi-payload configurable system that offers unparalleled versatility. Its autonomous take-off and landing capability on short, semi-paved runways enhances its operational efficiency in diverse environments. As a key industry partner with DRDO in the development of the Archer UAV, BEL continues to push the boundaries of unmanned systems technology.
The Small Tactical UAS, developed by Survey Copter, an Airbus subsidiary with over 28 years of experience, is designed to meet the diverse needs of military, institutional, and civil missions. This lightweight unmanned aerial system excels in applications such as surveillance, infrastructure inspection, and security operations. Committed to innovation and safety, Survey Copter ensures that its UAS solutions are reliable and certified to meet stringent operational requirements. In addition to providing cutting-edge UAS technology, the company offers comprehensive support services, including training, maintenance, and turnkey solutions, maximizing system availability and effectiveness. With a strong presence in military and security sectors, Survey Copter is also expanding its capabilities into civil applications, reinforcing its commitment to delivering advanced aerial solutions.
The Zephyr High Altitude Platform Station (HAPS), developed by Airbus subsidiary AALTO, is a groundbreaking solution for persistent, high-resolution earth observation and connectivity. Capable of flying continuously for months above 60,000 feet in the stratosphere, the Zephyr operates outside of weather disturbances and conventional air traffic, making it the only fixed-wing HAPS to demonstrate day and night endurance in this environment. This innovative platform can provide very-high resolution imagery and near-real-time video through Airbus’ Strat-Observer service. Additionally, when equipped with a connectivity payload, Zephyr functions as a "tower in the sky," delivering low-latency connectivity directly to users' devices, enhancing communication capabilities for various applications across multiple sectors.
The Flexrotor is a Group 2 small tactical unmanned aerial system (UAS) designed for vertical take-off and landing (VTOL) operations, featuring a maximum take-off weight of 25 kg (55 lbs). This versatile UAS is specifically engineered for Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance (ISR) missions, offering an impressive operational endurance of 12 to 14 hours in typical configurations. The Flexrotor can accommodate various payloads, including electro-optical systems and advanced sensors, tailored to meet the specific requirements of different missions. Its ability to autonomously launch and recover from both land and sea with a minimal footprint of just 3.7 by 3.7 meters (12 by 12 feet) makes it particularly suitable for expeditionary operations, ensuring flexibility and efficiency in diverse environments.
Hanwha Systems is a prominent provider of advanced communication solutions for defense applications, dedicated to enhancing the operational efficiency and security of military forces. Their innovative product range includes secure communication networks, real-time data transmission systems, and integrated command and control platforms that facilitate effective coordination among military units in various environments. By leveraging cutting-edge technology and adhering to international standards, Hanwha Systems ensures reliable performance and interoperability, which are essential for successful military operations. With a strong commitment to innovation and quality, the company plays a vital role in meeting the evolving needs of modern armed forces around the globe.
The Medium Altitude Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (MUAV) is a reconnaissance UAV designed for mid-to-high altitude operations, currently under development utilizing Korea's indigenous technology. Hanwha Systems is focused on creating advanced electro-optical devices capable of delivering high-resolution visible-light and infrared imagery for both long-range and detailed narrow-area reconnaissance missions. Leveraging its established avionics technologies, Hanwha Systems aims to ensure that the MUAV meets the operational requirements of modern military forces by providing reliable and precise imaging capabilities. The successful development of these electro-optical systems will enhance situational awareness and support critical decision-making in various defense scenarios.
The Corps Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (CUAV) is a mid-to-high altitude reconnaissance UAV designed for operation by corps-level units, developed using Korea's indigenous technology. Hanwha Systems is focused on creating advanced data link devices capable of high-speed transmission of large volumes of data, ensuring effective real-time reconnaissance capabilities. Committed to meeting the requirements of the Republic of Korea Armed Forces, Hanwha Systems aims to complete the development of these devices to high standards and deliver quality products on schedule. As the Ministry of National Defense plans for upgrades to the CUAV program, Hanwha Systems is actively seeking to expand its involvement to include optronics and other advanced technologies, further enhancing the UAV's operational capabilities.
The Division Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (DUAV) is a reconnaissance UAV designed for operation by division-level units, developed using indigenous technology from Korea. Hanwha Systems has leveraged its advanced in-house capabilities to create high-resolution Electro-Optical Targeting Systems (EOTS) and a robust data link that enables high-speed transmission of large volumes of data. This innovative UAV enhances situational awareness and operational effectiveness in various military scenarios. Hanwha Systems is committed to continuously advancing its core avionics technologies to improve product performance and expand its participation in future defense programs, ensuring that the DUAV remains at the forefront of unmanned aerial capabilities.
