Black Hornet Nano UAV
Type: Surveillance UAV
Domain: air
Country of Origin: Norway
Manufacturer: Teledyne FLIR
Overview
Miniature pocket-sized reconnaissance drone developed by Prox Dynamics (now Teledyne FLIR). Weighs just 33 grams and fits in a soldier's palm. Equipped with visual and thermal cameras. Used by Norwegian and numerous allied armed forces for immediate tactical reconnaissance at platoon level. One of Norway's most significant defence technology exports.
Technical Specifications
| noise | Near silent electric motors |
|---|---|
| camera | HD daylight + thermal IR cameras |
| control | 2km datalink |
| length_m | 0.168 |
| range_km | 2 |
| weight_g | 33 |
| endurance_min | 25 |
| max_speed_kmh | 21 |
Operators
- Australia
- France
- Germany
- India
- Norway
- United Kingdom
- United States
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