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Skylark 1

284 MONOPAN  1.3 years ago

Functions:

AG1 ------- Rescue system
AG2 ------- Simple Autopilot

HISTORY:

The Elbit Systems Skylark I and Skylark II are miniature UAVs developed by Elbit Systems. Initial models of the Skylark entered service in 2008.

The Skylark I is a Miniature UAV. It is designed as a manpacked system for tactical surveillance and reconnaissance. The Skylark is launched by hand. The payload consists of a daylight CCD or optional FLIR for night operations. During operation, it sends real-time video to a portable ground station. Recovery involves a deep stall maneuver, landing on a small inflatable cushion. It has a range of 20/40 km.

The Skylark is in operation with the armed forces of Croatia, Czech Republic, Hungary, Israel, Macedonia, Myanmar, Netherlands, Poland, Slovakia, and Sweden. It has been deployed in Afghanistan and Iraq. The Skylark I has also been selected by France's special forces (Commando Parachutiste de l'Air n° 10) in March 2008. Previous operators who have now retired the system include Australia and Canada. In total, it has been selected by more than 20 operators worldwide.

SPECIFICATIONS (Modification 2012-2013):

Takeoff weight 7.5 kg.
Wingspan 3 m
Maximum payload 1.1 kg
Practical ceiling 5000 meters.
The effective use distance is 20-40 km.
Time spent in the air up to 180 minutes.
The drive is electric.
When climbing to a height of more than 100 m - it is not audible on the ground.

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General Characteristics

  • Created On iOS
  • Wingspan 10.0ft (3.0m)
  • Length 8.1ft (2.5m)
  • Height 2.1ft (0.6m)
  • Empty Weight 1,926lbs (873kg)
  • Loaded Weight 3,115lbs (1,413kg)

Performance

  • Power/Weight Ratio 0.324
  • Horse Power/Weight Ratio 0.32
  • Wing Loading 43.7lbs/ft2 (213.3kg/m2)
  • Wing Area 71.3ft2 (6.6m2)
  • Drag Points 421

Parts

  • Number of Parts 95
  • Control Surfaces 5
  • Performance Cost 454