The system uses a helium balloon to expand the drone’s operational range.
The test indicates release at an altitude of about 8 km and travel of more than 40 km before propulsion.
According to published reports, the concept could increase the UAV’s range by 1.5 to 2 times.
Ukraine tests Hornet drone launched from aerostatic balloon. condutta.com
Credit: condutta.com | Sources: Defence Blog / X @front_ukrainian.
