Boeing ScanEagle to Achieve European Air Show First

Boeing ScanEagle to Achieve European Air Show First

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London, UK: Boeing ScanEagle will become the first fixed wing Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV) to fly at a European public air show, when it takes to the skies at the Royal International Air Tattoo (RIAT) at RAF Fairford, July 16 – 17.

The aircraft will be flying a simulated search and rescue scenario designed to demonstrate ScanEagle’s broad capabilities, including the transfer of real-time images to ground stations. During ScanEagle’s flights, spectators will be able to observe the terrain as seen though the UAV’s electro-optical camera.

ScanEagle’s combination of small size, endurance and payload is unmatched. The UAV can remain on station for more than 15 hours. Though c apable of flying above 16,000 feet, as part of the search and rescue scenario, ScanEagle will be demonstrating its ability to provide persistent low-altitude reconnaissance. As standard payload, the UAV carries either an electro-optical or an infrared camera.

Steve Krause, who leads international and domestic security programs for Boeing Unmanned Systems said, “This British aviation first illustrates how relatively low-cost unmanned systems can increase military effectiveness and save lives.

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