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Wednesday, August 17, 2011

IAI mulls inflight refuelling for Heron UAS

Heron TP MALE UAVIsrael Aerospace Industries (IAI) is evaluating aerial refuelling for the upgraded version of its Heron unmanned air system (UAS), which is better equipped to perform maritime missions.

The Israeli navy is in the process of phasing out its manned Westwind 1124 Seascan maritime reconnaissance aircraft, which have been operated since 1978, and using the Heron instead.

The new version of the Heron is equipped with an improved Elta Systems maritime radar, enhanced electro-optical payload and satellite communications.

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