Mayman Aerospace, renowned for its innovative flying motorcycle, the Speeder Air Utility Vehicle (AUV), has taken a bold leap into military aviation with its latest creation – the Razor VTOL jet drone. Unveiled at the prestigious SOF Week 2024 in Tampa, Florida, the Razor VTOL marks a significant evolution in unmanned aerial systems, boasting advanced features and formidable capabilities.
Designed as a family of high-speed Vertical Take-Off and Landing (VTOL) drones, the Razor is powered by four gimbaled jet turbine engines with vectored thrust. This propulsion system allows the Razor to reach speeds of up to 500 mph (800 km/h), setting it apart from electric-propelled equivalents. Furthermore, its ability to burn any heavy fuel and undergo rapid refuelling makes it a versatile and efficient asset on the battlefield.
The Razor VTOL is engineered to carry payloads ranging from 100 lb (45 kg) to a whopping 1,000 lb (450 kg), both internally and externally. With a maximum altitude of 20,000 ft (6,000 m) and the capability to operate within a compact 10 ft x 10 ft (3 m x 3 m) area for takeoff and landing, the Razor is optimised for versatility and adaptability in various mission scenarios.
What truly sets the Razor apart is its integration of Mayman’s Skyfield AI-controlled navigation and control software package. This sophisticated AI capability provides unparalleled situational awareness, navigational capabilities in GPS-denied environments, threat detection, and strategic coordination. With the ability to command squadrons of up to 1,000 drones simultaneously, Skyfield empowers military commanders with enhanced decision-making capabilities and operational efficiency.
The Razor VTOL is designed to fulfil a multitude of mission configurations, catering to diverse military requirements. In its cargo carrier configuration, it serves as a reliable platform for troop resupply, medical evacuation, and humanitarian aid delivery. Alternatively, it can be transformed into a target drone, replicating the manoeuvrability and agility of high-performance fighter jets and helicopters for training and simulation purposes.
For offensive operations, the Razor can be armed with warheads or equipped with reconnaissance sensors to serve as an autonomous reconnaissance platform. Additionally, it can carry small Air-to-Air or Air-to-Surface missiles, including Brimstone or Hellfire, effectively extending their operational range by 400 miles (650 km).
As Mayman Aerospace ventures into the realm of military aviation with the Razor VTOL, it signals a paradigm shift in unmanned aerial warfare. With its cutting-edge technology, adaptability, and mission versatility, the Razor stands poised to redefine the future of military drone operations on a global scale.
SOURCE : Mayman Aerospace