SKIRON-X

Aurora Flight Sciences SKIRON-X is a Group 2 hybrid VTOL fixed-wing UAS for ISR, communications relay and research missions, combining vertical launch and recovery with fixed-wing endurance.

Facts

  • Company: Aurora Flight Sciences
  • Type: Vtol UAV
  • Positioning: SKIRON-X
  • Function: Long-endurance ISR
  • Audience: Defence operators
  • Status: Commercial
  • Website: https://www.aurora.aero/small-uas/

Specifications

  • Aircraft Group: Group 2 UAS
  • Flight Architecture: Vertical takeoff and landing with fixed-wing forward flight
  • Crew Requirement: Transportable by pickup truck with a two-person crew
  • Payload Options: Integrated EO/IR options from Trillium HD25 through HD59; modular nosecone supports custom integration
  • Endurance: Flight endurance 3.5 hours; official page says exceeds 3.5 hours with standard battery
  • Control Range Km: C2 link range up to 75 km
  • Wingspan M: Wingspan 5.0 m
  • Takeoff Weight Kg: Takeoff weight 23.4 kg

Market context

Defence operators

  • Peer Group: Hybrid VTOL drone, Defence VTOL UAV, Tactical ISR Drone
  • Workflow: Drone autonomy
  • Stack Layer: Drone Communications

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