Professional UAV IA-17

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The IA-17 is a small fixed wing UAV whose flight configuration has been designed in order to provide the best performance when employed for patrol, surveillance, aerial observation and reconnaissance missions. Propulsion is provided by a 2-stroke gasoline engine and the lift and control surfaces are optimized to achieve maximum endurance and a high cruising speed. The IA-17 is constructed of a fiberglass shock-proof airframe which meaning that the airframe is lighter, stronger and less affected by corrosion and fatigue. A fiberglass airframe also provides the advantage that it lasts longer, meaning lower maintenance and replacement costs. The modular construction of the platform offers the capability to easily install different sensor payloads in the nose section of the IA-17 allowing the system to be employed in the optimum configuration according to expected mission and scenario conditions. The modular nature of the body, wings and motor section also allow any damaged or malfunctioning section or a section requiring scheduled maintenance to easily be swapped out. The IA-17 is launched via a catapult system that can be prepared in under 15 minutes and then dismantled in a similar time. Without the need for an external power supply, the catapult system is versatile. It can also be operated in wet or sandy conditions as well as in winds up to 10m/s. For safety and security, the IA-17 can be launched via remote control.