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Monday, November 21, 2011

Israel's giant UAV becomes operational

Eitan UAVThe Air Force's largest unmanned aircraft is scheduled to begin operations within several months after eight years in development, Ynet learned. In the past it was reported that the Eitan UAV was developed to reach Iran and Sudan.

Several Eitan UAVs are scheduled to begin operations in the various combat sectors including Gaza and Lebanon.

Weighing five tons, Eitan is 14 meters long and has 26 meter-long wings. It is able to fly for 20 hours straight at a maximum speed of 143 Knots and reach a maximum altitude of 41,000 feet.

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