Shrike VTOL UAV
Shrike by AeroVironment, USA
Shrike VTOL system delivers the superior imagery, endurance and encrypted video found in all AeroVironment small unmanned aircraft systems. Operating quietly enough to go virtually undetected, Shrike weighs approximately five pounds and is small enough to fit in a backpack.
· Adds VTOL, hover, perch and stare capability to battle-proven family of small unmanned aircraft systems (Raven, Wasp, Puma AE)
· Enables frontline military and non-military missions requiring vertical launches and landings without additional infrastructure
· Operated by AeroVironment’s common Ground Control System to ensure ease of use and acceptance
· Result of more than four years of DARPA-funded research and development to create a portable, stealthy, persistent perch and stare capability
