Meeting The Needs Of Tactical Forces With Innovative Unmanned Aerial Systems For Mission Success – Technology At The Frontline
With the growing global trend towards the use of unmanned aerial systems, Aeronautics is uniquely positioned as one of the leading companies in the world in the field of UAVs in general, and its flagship Orbiter systems. Matan Perry, the company's VP of Marketing and Sales shares with us how the company has grown over the past 25 years - from a start-up to its leading position today.
Advanced UAVs have become crucial in modern warfare, taking over operations that were traditionally performed by manned systems. This shift has led to a major increase in unmanned flight hours compared to manned flight hours. Recent conflicts have demonstrated the need for defense forces to conduct missions with fewer personnel, leading to smaller military units on future battlefields. This trend creates a growing demand for unmanned aerial vehicles with enhanced functionality. Artificial intelligence is a key example, assisting with ‘simple’ operations such as locating and classifying targets (even though ultimate decisions are always made by a person and not a machine) Aeronautics stands at the forefront of developing these solutions.
A significant advantage of the company is the integration of ex-military personnel in various roles. These individuals' regular reserve service in UAV units keeps the civilian experts up-to-date and relevant. Aeronautics leverages this advantage to quickly turn operational challenges encountered during reserve duty flights into technological solutions. Furthermore, Aeronautics offers a comprehensive range of unmanned aircraft system solutions, tailored to meet specific operational needs in areas such as electro-optics, communications, propulsion, homeland security, and ruggedized computing. This broad range of solutions is made possible through the expertise and experience of Aeronautics' five subsidiaries, each pioneering a different field.
Aeronautics' success is driven by the synergy between its subsidiaries and the substantial engineering force they possess. Both Aeronautics and its parent company Rafael invest heavily in development programs to advance the expertise of each subsidiary. This collaboration enables Aeronautics to provide system solutions from its entire portfolio, tailored to meet the precise needs of each customer. This customer-centric approach has fueled Aeronautics' growth and expansion into numerous countries.
The Orbiter family of tactical UAVs is one of Aeronautics' highly successful solutions. These UAVs range in size and capabilities, with the Orbiter 4 offering long endurance, HD imaging, multi-sensor capability, flight-runway independence, and ease of operation and maintenance. These features make it an optimal solution for tactical forces, providing real-time intelligence with minimal risk of detection.
Aeronautics' systems have been deployed globally, with the Orbiter family being operational with several major customers. The company recently secured contracts in Finland and Greece, showcasing the versatility and quality of its solutions.
With its rich military experience, technological assets, and deep understanding of customer needs, Aeronautics has become a leading international supplier of system solutions. The company aims to maintain its technological leadership across multiple fields of practice as it expands its business in existing and new markets. Through continuous development and innovation, Aeronautics is committed to meeting the evolving demands of tactical forces and ensuring mission success on the frontline.