the Airbus Flexrotor represents a cutting-edge Group 2 vertical take-off and landing (VTOL) unmanned aerial system (UAS) that has demonstrated its effectiveness in both terrestrial and maritime operations.
As a dedicated collaborator, UST is showcasing Airbus’ innovative UAS platform through the Flexrotor supplier profile.This compact and highly autonomous aircraft is engineered to provide extended intelligence,surveillance,and reconnaissance (ISR) capabilities across a variety of civil and commercial sectors.
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With a flight duration of 12 to 14 hours or more in its standard configuration, the Flexrotor UAS offers unparalleled range and endurance within its category. This expeditionary UAS is exceptionally suited for both land and sea missions, featuring fully autonomous operations during VTOL takeoffs and wing-borne flights.
Thanks to its compact and modular architecture, the Flexrotor is easily transportable and can be deployed from a single vehicle or small craft.It can be fueled, assembled, and airborne in under 30 minutes, requiring no specialized launch and recovery equipment (LRE) and only a minimal operating area of 3.7 m × 3.7 m (12 ft × 12 ft).
Public Domain: U.S. Navy photo by Petty Officer 2nd Class Elliot Schaudt
the Flexrotor is designed for robust, multi-mission capabilities in some of the moast demanding environments on the planet. It can operate in wind gusts of up to 27 knots and has been tested under extreme temperatures and high altitudes, ensuring reliable performance in both land and maritime settings.
With a leading payload mass fraction and endurance among Group 2/3 UAS, the Flexrotor boasts remarkable operational efficiency—requiring less fuel, producing lower noise levels, and reducing logistical demands. Its 28cc two-stroke engine can run on either gasoline or heavy fuel, streamlining supply chain requirements.
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This aircraft facilitates seamless plug-and-play integration with a diverse array of sensors, including EO/MWIR/LWIR cameras, SIGINT/ELINT systems, AIS, and wide-area search technologies. With an impressive payload capacity of 8 kg and compatibility with digital turrets and interchangeable sensor packages, the Flexrotor is designed not only for current ISR missions but also to support the advanced payloads of the future.
For further information about the Airbus Flexrotor Group 2 VTOL UAS, please visit the profile page:
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