Huntress Turbojet World’s Fastest Multirotor Drone Presented at AUSA 2024 in United States
The Huntress Turbojet, presented by WaveAerospace at the AUSA 2024 event in the United States, marks a significant advancement in the field of unmanned aerial systems. Designed as the fastest multirotor drone in the world, this system stands out with innovative technical features, making it an ideal solution for rapid reconnaissance missions. After more than five years of development, this hybrid drone is now available for pre-sale, providing armed forces with a flexible and economical option for operations in complex terrains.
With a top speed reaching Mach 0.4, or approximately 480 km/h (300 mph), the Huntress Turbojet outperforms other multirotors in terms of performance, while requiring reduced infrastructure and significantly lower operational costs than a helicopter. With a four-meter wingspan, this drone can operate effectively in confined spaces, combining the maneuverability of a small aircraft with enhanced speed and range. Equipped with a hybrid propulsion system, it uses both electric power and JP-5 or equivalent fuel, enabling it to take off and land vertically (VTOL) on both land and sea, even under extreme Force 10 sea conditions. This versatility, combined with a two-hour endurance, provides significant operational potential.
The Huntress Turbojet is designed to function in all weather conditions, offering armed forces a unique surveillance capability, even in reduced or zero visibility. It is equipped with a phased radar altimeter and integrated inertial guidance, allowing precise operations in GNSS-denied environments. Additionally, its capability to conduct beyond-visual-line-of-sight (BVLOS) missions meets security requirements for advanced reconnaissance missions, where maintaining a safe distance from the operational area is essential.
Its payload capacity adds a modular dimension to the Huntress Turbojet, with five avionics compartments and the ability to carry up to four rail-mounted containers or advanced alert equipment (ALE). It can thus carry up to 50 kg (110 lbs) of payload, depending on fuel volume, making it adaptable to various mission types. Furthermore, its in-flight turbine shutdown and restart system ensures great flexibility, optimizing fuel consumption and endurance according to operational needs.
The Huntress Turbojet combines advanced technical specifications that enhance its robustness: a service ceiling of 6,000 meters, a maximum takeoff weight of 165 kg, and an operating temperature range from -30°C to 54°C. Meeting IP66 standards, it is designed to withstand inclement weather and ground-level icing conditions, ensuring maximum protection in various environments. WaveAerospace has thus developed an ideal solution for challenging operations, enabling armed forces to conduct rapid reconnaissance missions without exposing personnel or heavy equipment.
This next-generation drone opens promising prospects for military forces seeking to strengthen their responsiveness in diverse tactical environments. With its speed, endurance, and adaptability to the harshest conditions, WaveAerospace’s Huntress Turbojet establishes itself as a key player in modern aerial surveillance, offering an efficient, reliable, and cost-effective solution for the armies of tomorrow.