NTC VISMOD Skylark I Israeli Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV)
NTC
Tactical Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV)
Other
Basic Information
Name
NTC VISMOD Skylark I Israeli Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV)
Designation
NTC
Alternate Designation
NTC VISMOD Skylark I Israeli Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV)
Equipment Type
Tactical Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV)
Manufacturer
AeroVironment
Date of Introduction
2006
Description
NTC VISMOD Skylark I Israeli Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV) The Skylark I is designed as a man-packed system for tactical surveillance and reconnaissance. The Skylark is launched by hand. The payload consists of a daylight CCD or optional FLIR for night operations. During operation, it sends real-time video to a portable ground station. Recovery involves a deep stall maneuver, landing on a small inflatable cushion. It has a range of 40 km. It has been deployed in Afghanistan and Iraq. The Skylark I has also been selected by France's Special Forces in March 2008. Previous operators, who have now retired the system, include Australia and Canada. In total, it has been selected by more than 20 operators worldwide.
Ground Specifications
Max Speed
46.0 km/h
Range
20.0 km
System
Alternate Designation
NTC VISMOD Skylark I Israeli Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV)
Type
Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV)
Manufacturer
AeroVironment
Mission Type
DZ: Reconnoiter LP/OP positions and initial DZ movements.
BZ: Identify composition/disposition, support BTG attacks, Target Acquisition, and BDA.
SZ: Identify AAs and supply lines.
Range
Max Range: 20 km;
Max Effective Range: 16 km Max; AGL: 10,500 ft.;
Max Effective AGL: 2,000 ft.;
Effects
Max Range: 20 km
Max Effective Range: 16 km Max AGL: 10,500 ft.
Max Effective AGL: 2,000 ft.
Targeting
Primarily Movement and Maneuver, but capable of targeting all WFFs.
Vulnerability
ADA Systems and poor weather conditions.
CBI
4x per BTG
Dimensions
Length
2.1 m
Wingspan
4.6 m
Weight
11.8 kg
Automotive
Engine Name
INA
Engine Type
INA
Engine Power
INA
Maximum Speed
46-76 km/h, 25 knots cruise, 41 knots dash
Range
20 km, up to 60 km with LRTA
Maximum Altitude
500 ft (152 ml) AGL Max Launch Alt 10,000 (3048 ml)
Details
Country of Origin
United States
Category
National Training Center (NTC)
Land > National Training Center (NTC)
Filter Label
N
Classification
Domain
Ground
Equipment Status
Active
Dimensions
Length
2.1 m
Width
—
Height
—
Weight
11.8 kg
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