Mon, Aug 28, 2006
Aero-News has learned unmanned aerial vehicle developer Elbit
Systems Ltd. has introduced a new variant of its Skylark family,
called the Skylark II.
Integrating technologies developed for the man-packed Skylark I
mini UAV system and Hermes tactical UAV systems, the Skylark II is
a close range class tactical UAV system providing advanced, high
performance ISTAR capabilities. The compact and easily deployable
system is ideal for both military and homeland defense
missions.
Representatives with Elbit tell ANN the Skylark–II Close
Range Tactical UAV can perform day, night and adverse weather
observation, data collection and target marking at mission ranges
exceeding 31 miles. The system is designed for battlefield
deployment using Humvee-type field vehicles equipped with an
integral launcher for point launch and recovery, and an advanced
dual station Ground Control Station. Full cycle operation is
possible with a crew of two.
The Skylark II is highly autonomous, with mission-focused
capabilities that include all Hermes family heritage flight and
mission modes. The Skylark-II Air-Vehicle dimensions and weight
allow for handling by the 2 person crew during all mission phases
from assembly to launch and recovery.
The UAV also features a technologically-advanced, lightweight...
and silent propulsion system, which allows both medium- and
low-altitude flights for sharp imagery and operational
reconnaissance under cloud covers with no risk of exposure. The
streamlined gimbaled and stabilized triple sensor payload features
a color CCD day camera, 3rd generation thermal imaging night camera
and a laser illuminator.
Elbit Systems UAVs have flown over 45,000 operational hours in
Israel and other countries worldwide. The various UAV systems in
the family are designed for a wide range of applications and
include the Hermes 1500, Hermes 450 -- chosen to lead the British
Armed Forces Watchkeeper program -- and Hermes 180, the smallest
UAV in the Hermes family.
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