Air Hopper Casevac

Israeli Aircraft Industries has undertaken a successful proofof- concept demonstration of its Air Hopper casualty evacuation helicopter UAV, powered by an internal combustion engine and with a payload of 100–180kg (220–397lb), a maximum speed of 64kts (120km/h) and two hours’ endurance. The Air Hopper can also be used for resupply of forward positions. David C Isby