Elbit Hermes 90

The Elbit Systems Hermes 90 is an unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) designed for tactical short-range missions using a heavy-fuel motor.

Hermes 90
UCAV Elbit Hermes 90 at the Paris Air Show 2009
Role Unmanned aerial vehicle
National origin Israel
Manufacturer Elbit Systems
Introduction 2009
Status Active
Primary user Israeli Air Force

Jane's claims that the Hermes 90 has its roots in the IAI I-View and later in the BAE Skylynx II. Ownership of rights were subsequently moved to Elbit Systems.[1]

The Hermes 90 has an operating range of about 15 hours and 100 km.[2]

In September 2009, the Hermes 90 made its maiden flight.[2]

Specifications

Data from Elbit Systems Australia[3]

General characteristics

  • Capacity: 25 kg (55 lb) payload
  • Gross weight: 115 kg (254 lb)

Performance

  • Range: 100 km (62 mi, 54 nmi)
  • Endurance: 15 hours
  • Service ceiling: 4,600 m (15,000 ft)

References
  1. "Elbit Systems Hermes 90 (Israel), Unmanned aerial vehicles". Janes. Archived from the original on 2010-04-15. Retrieved 2009-09-29.
  2. טיסת בכורה מוצלחת למל"ט הרמס 90 (in Hebrew). Israel National News. Archived from the original on 2020-10-28. Retrieved 2009-09-29.
  3. "Hermes 90- Close Range, long endurance". Elbit Systems Australia. Archived from the original on 2017-04-04.
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