The Chaparral has demonstrated a cargo air drop capability from hover and forward flight.
Credit: Elroy Air
U.S. startup Elroy Air is to expand the contested logistics capabilities of its Chapparal hybrid-electric uncrewed cargo aircraft under a $46 million contract from the U.S. Army. An initial $5.1 million in fiscal 2026 funding has been awarded. Under the Phase 2 small business innovation research...
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