Israeli Elbit introduces Skylark Hybrid Small Tactical Propulsion drone
Israeli aerospace firm Elbit Systems introduced its new Skylark 3 hybrid small tactical unmanned aerial system at the Singapore Airshow 2022.
The new Skylark 3 is equipped with a hybrid propulsion system for improved endurance with no change to its size or weight. The system allows the unmanned aerial system to operate for up to 18 hours, significantly increasing mission effectiveness and cost-efficiency.
Its internal combustion engine enables rapid deployment to areas of interest (AOI), with the option of switching to its electrical engine to conduct missions above the AOI.
The hybrid Skylark 3 has a wingspan of 4.7 meters (15.4 feet) and maximum takeoff weight of 50 kilograms (110 pounds). It also features a “plug and play” interface to quickly replace sensors during missions.
According to Elbit, the cutting-edge drone can integrate a variety of payloads, including a high-resolution electro-optical system, electronic intelligence system, communications intelligence system, and laser designators.