BAE Systems and Hybrid Air Vehicles partner on Airlander low-emission aircraft
HAV's Airlander 10 can stay airborne for up to five days. (Image: HAV)
UK-based HAV has today announced an MoU to collaborate and explore the potential of Airlander – an ultra-low emission large aircraft – in security and defence applications with BAE Systems’ FalconWorks advanced research and technology centre for the air domain.
The MoU covers technical and programme collaboration opportunities and exploration of potential defence market opportunities for HAV platforms and related activities.
HAV’s Airlander platform can offer an alternative sustainable and cost-effective solution to air logistics and ISR capabilities.
HAV says its solution is an ultra-low emission aircraft that presents an opportunity to approach modern defence aviation differently.
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