ОАК разрабатывает системы для запуска ударных дронов с самолётов

The United Aircraft Corporation (UAC, part of Rostec) is currently conducting several projects to develop strike drones with air launch systems, said Sergey Korotkov, Deputy General Director of UAC.

According to him, it is about a number of projects that are currently at different stages of implementation.

UAC General Director Vadim Badeha noted that the systems can be installed both on the external hardpoints of tactical aircraft and in internal weapons bays.

This approach will significantly increase the duration and range of drone flights. Launching from a carrier aircraft that is already in the air saves resources spent on takeoff and gaining altitude for the drone. This is especially true for compact drones with a small supply of battery power or fuel.

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