Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAVs)

Israel Aircraft Industries to Supply Heron UAVs to Israel Air Force

'Israel Aircraft Industries (IAI) was recently awarded a contract to supply the Heron Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV) system - “Machatz 1” to the Israel Air Force (IAF). The order, valued in excess of $50 million includes long-term maintenance contract. The first air vehicle will be delivered shortly.

Machatz 1 will serve as a force multiplier to the Israel Air Force's operational capabilities. It has unique performance characteristics that include the ability to fly at an altitude of 30,000 feet and an endurance of over 40 hours, two major advantages over most other UAVs. Machatz 1 can carry multiple sensors such as maritime patrol radar, a synthetic aperture radar (SAR), COMINT and ELINT systems, etc. The system has automatic launch and recovery and all-weather capabilities.'

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